Examinations

Since opening my piano school in 2001 we have entered students for one hundred and sixty three piano examinations and ninety theory examinations with the Associated Board.

In piano examinations fifty three students (33%) achieved a distinction (the highest category). Fifty students (30%) achieved a merit and sixty (37%) students achieved the pass mark or above.

In theory examinations forty six students (51%) achieved a distinction (the highest category). Thirty four (38%) students achieved a merit and ten students (11%) achieved the pass mark or above

We strive for excellence in piano performance and theory exams and we think that our students respond admirably with such good results.

Recently we have offered singing examinations and we are pleased to report that two students passed the prep tests with positive comments from the examiner.

Students are also encouraged to enter local festivals and piano competitions. Many of our students have obtained trophies, medals and commendations from such competitions. One student won a national piano competition staged in London at the age of eight.

Our latest exam successes saw one student aged nine gain a distinction at grade 7 piano. Emily Hoggett (a student aged ten) gained a merit at grade 8 piano.