Improve music teachers' careers with funding from UMUKSF

A photograph of a girl singing with other children playing instruments - Opportunities for Oval Learning schools to apply for funding to improve the careers of music teachers

The Universal Music UK Sound Foundation (UMUKSF) Music Teachers Award

Teachers employed within a school setting can apply for funding towards music CPD courses and training.

This new funding round to enable teachers across the UK and Ireland to apply for grants towards the cost of a one-off music course or training. This can be a recognised course, training or a qualification to aid the career progression of school music teachers delivering the national curriculum. Applicants should contact the Foundation in the first instance. Those eligible to apply will be sent an application form.

To date, the Foundation has helped over 10,000 students, schools, and teachers improve their access to music.

Deadline: 10am, 7th October 2026

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