The Academy of Popular Music

The Academy of Popular Music

Highly Tailored Music & Singing Classes for Students with Additional Needs
Are you searching for specialised music lessons or inclusive singing classes for your child or teenager?

We are thrilled to introduce our new, highly tailored Music and Singing Classes for Students with Additional Needs, designed specifically for neurodivergent children and teenagers aged 6 to 17.

Located in Cork City, our program ensures every student can access the joy and developmental benefits of musical education in a safe, fun, and deeply supportive environment.

What Makes Our Inclusive Music Course Unique?

• Expert Designed & Led: This student-centred course was meticulously designed by Karl Rooney (Director, BA in Applied Psychology, MA in Music) and Dr. Trish Rooney (Doctor of Music Education).
• Specialised Instruction: Classes are taught by specially qualified teachers and include 15 weekly, small-group lessons, promoting social development and focused learning.
• Parent & Student Support: Dr. Trish Rooney, who is also certified in teaching inclusively, provides three essential one-on-one sessions throughout the semester:

1. Initial Introduction: To fully understand individual needs and personalities.
2. Mid-Semester Check-in: To track progress, discuss development, and adjust instruction.
3. End-of-Semester Feedback: To provide guidance and next steps.

Our course helps ensure that every neurodivergent student can thrive in a fun, educational, and social setting. If you are looking for adaptive music lessons, creative arts for children with special educational needs (SEN), or inclusive activities for teenagers, this is the ideal course.

Please note: Places are extremely limited to maintain small class sizes and high levels of individual support.

➡️ Secure your spot! Get in touch today to register your interest and find out more about our specialised music classes.