Yes, you can work with either!

We teach both children and adults. The age restriction for children is currently 6 years old and above. 

That’s totally fine! We have a variety of students come and learn from other teachers as well as having complete beginners.

We select the beginner series that best matches each child’s learning style, pace and personality. Our teachers draw from a curated set of high-quality resources that support visual, auditory and hands-on learners, ensuring every child starts with materials that truly suit them.

To enhance the experience, we also provide our own custom-made videos, worksheets and practice activities, giving students consistent structure and parents clear visibility into what their child is learning. This combination offers a smooth, confidence-building start to their learning journey.

Yes, we host at least 3 concerts per year.

ABRSM is an internationally recognised and very successful exam board. They are able to carry out exams in exam centers all around the world which music teachers and parents are able to enter them for. For each instrument this exam board works from Grades 1 up to Grade 8 as well as working with students preparing for their Diplomas, Jazz Exams and Music Medal Exams. As the grades go up the difficulty and requirements increase but the main structure of the exam stays the same. The students have to play a series of scales and arpeggios, three pieces, sight-reading and answer questions through a series of aural tests. Each music exam is scored out of 150 marks. Marks scored below 100 mark are a fail, 100-119 marks are a pass, 120-129 marks is a merit and 130-150 marks is a distinction. 

The exam content can be seen using the link below:

https://gb.abrsm.org/en/our-exams/piano

https://us.abrsm.org/en/our-exams/music-theory-exams/

The marking scheme can be seen using the link below:

https://gb.abrsm.org/en/exam-support/your-guide-to-abrsm-exams/how-we-mark-exams/#

Yes - our teaching team is experienced with both Trinity and ABRSM.

We confidently guide students through either pathway, depending on what best suits their learning style, goals, and personality. Whether your child is preparing for a formal graded exam or learning at their own pace, we ensure they receive expert support, clear preparation, and a positive, confidence-building experience.

While we are eligible to become ABRSM examiners however, they cannot be both a teacher and an examiner for the same exam board as this can be seen as cheating. Instead we enter each student for the exams once we have prepared them and the student/parent feels ready to be entered. We use a bespoke ‘exam pack’ which she creates for each student in order to focus on:

1. Getting the content completed in time for their exam

2. Carrying out mock tests 

3. Working on the student’s individual weaknesses.

The cost of the exam is dependent on the grade rather than the instrument. The cost of each exam can be seen using the link below:

https://gb.abrsm.org/en/exam-booking/exam-dates-and-fees/

The Practical Music Exams take place three times per year. For the UK these are as follows:

1. January to March 

2. April to June

3. October to December

The Performance & Music Theory Exams are on-demand. For Performance Exams students have 28 days to submit their recording. For Music Theory Exams the students have 28 days to sit their online test at home.

Music Theory is simply the “language” of music - understanding the symbols on the page and how they translate into the sounds your child plays. When students learn theory alongside their piano pieces, they progress faster, gain a deeper understanding, and feel a far greater sense of confidence and fulfillment.

At our piano school, we teach theory to all levels, whether a child is following a graded path or learning just for enjoyment. Over the years, we’ve seen that even a small amount of consistent theory work helps students:

● Make sense of what they’re playing,

● Learn pieces more independently, and

● Stay engaged through our mix of tried-and-tested resources, games and interactive activities.

For families considering exams, it’s useful to know that students must pass ABRSM Grade 5 Theory before they can enter Grade 6 Practical on any instrument.

You can explore the ABRSM theory exam content here:

https://us.abrsm.org/en/our-exams/music-theory-exams/

Ultimately, theory isn’t just an add-on - it’s a key ingredient in helping children feel confident, capable, and connected to the music they’re creating.

Our teaching team brings together years of experience across a wide range of musical styles - including classical, jazz, film music, Indian music and pop - so your child can learn in a way that feels inspiring and relevant to them.

We work with both graded and non-graded students, and many families choose to stay with us for five years or more, which we see as the greatest sign of trust.

For those taking exams, we have a 97% pass rate across all ABRSM assessments, and we support children who prefer to learn purely for enjoyment with equal care and attention. Our teachers collaborate closely with our Head Teacher, Reshmi, who began teaching in 2017 and has guided students through many successful ABRSM journeys. Together, we regularly review exam comments, refine our teaching methods, and share strategies to help every child grow in confidence and musical understanding.

Reshmi herself has completed ABRSM grades in Piano, Trumpet and Music Theory, performed at prestigious venues such as the Royal Albert Hall, and played with leading UK jazz groups. She has also been mentored by a range of respected musicians, including internationally renowned pianist and former ABRSM examiner Sebastian Stanley. Above all, Reshmi has a deep desire to bring teachers, parents and students closer together, creating a truly supportive and connected learning community.

Most importantly, our whole team is united by one thing: a genuine passion for nurturing the next generation of musicians.

We are continually learning, improving, and working together to give each child the support, structure and encouragement they need to thrive - whether they’re sitting exams or simply falling in love with music.

Amazon or Ebay as you can get the same books at a lower price compared to the standard music shops!

We would recommend any standard sized piano or keyboard with 88 keys in the ‘P’ or ‘B’ range. The best brands are Yamaha, Kawai and Roland. The best places to buy these are: www.gear4music.com and www.normans.co.uk as they come with guarantees and communicate well if anything goes wrong during the delivery or after purchase. An example of what you could buy is: Yamaha P115 Keyboard with 88 keys from Gear4Music.

1) Keeping healthy

In the run-up to the performance, eating and resting properly are essential. If a performer is tired and run down they will start to doubt their abilities which can lead to excess nervousness.

2) Failing to prepare is preparing to fail

Ensure that you have arranged transport in advance and ensure you reach there 15minutes before you are due to begin. This allows you to have extra time to sign in and stay calm before your exam/performance begins.

3) Visualise success

This is something top athletes and musicians do before taking part in competitions and is a powerful way to focus the mind! These are also emotions you can replicate during your exam/performance.

4) Practice performing in front of friends, family or in a concert 

Playing in front of an audience is a completely different experience to practicing in private. Even a small audience is enough to make most people feel a little on the edge so is therefore excellent preparation for the real thing.

5) Smile 

When you walk into the exam room/on stage, smile at the audience/examiner. This may sound easier than done but you'll be amazed at how much better this can make you feel. The act of smiling encouraged the release of endorphins (the body's feel-good chemicals). These endorphins improve your state of mind and help you to relax. 

6) Don't worry about mistakes

Everyone makes them! They are naturally going to happen, but instead of worrying about them keep going and enjoy them performance rather than trying to go back and fix it. This will allow your performance to flow better, making it a more professional performance.