Swinton Rock School

As well as packing the Get Sorted for Summer Activities, there were loads of off site activities in schools. Here is a case study from Paul L. on the Rock Week at Swinton Community School from the 1st to the 5th of August!

"This summer saw the 4th year of Get Sorted ‘Rock Week’ held at Swinton Community School. The event has been very successful every year, with students learning a range of instruments throughout the week culminating in a performance at the end of the week. The students ranged in ages from 9 to 15 years old and their abilities varied from complete beginners to some more accomplished musicians who had learnt their skills at previous Get Sorted workshops. To accompany the practical elements of learning instruments the students also designed their own guitars, t-shirts and created their own band name to broaden their overall knowledge of music. One of the main focuses of the week is to encourage the children to work as part of a team and learn how to solve problems by helping each other with areas that they find difficult or challenging. By working together in their bands the students achieved great results and it was very satisfying to watch all the children supporting each other throughout the week. 

The final performance was a fantastic end to the week with 3 bands playing 2 songs each to a large crowd of parents and friends. All the students performed with a confidence that had grown through the week and the children finished the workshops with a greater understanding of how to play an instrument and what it’s like to rock out!"

Keep your eye on the blog for more case studies from the Summer Activities!