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É«ÂþÌìÌà Junior Department

Our students come together from all over the UK to enjoy a tailor-made programme of outstanding individual lessons, chamber music, musicianship, orchestral and choral training.

Every Saturday during term time, the É«ÂþÌìÌà buzzes with the excitement of talented young musicians aged 8–18 making music at a high level in every corner of the building, with the very best teachers.

Applications for 2026 entry

If you want to experience our amazing community, applications open on 7 January 2026 for the September 2026 intake. 

Apply now to the Junior Department

For more information, download our latest Junior Department Prospectus below.

Amalia shares her experience

Amalia shares her story about studying at the JD at the É«ÂþÌìÌÃ. She returns to meet teachers and current students to explore what it is really like to study at the É«ÂþÌìÌÃ’s Junior Department at the É«ÂþÌìÌà in London today

If you want to make the most of your musical ability, we are here to help you. We are committed to nurturing potential and offer a warm, creative yet focused environment in which you will flourish. Enthusiasm, energy, focus and dedication are at the heart of everything our staff and students do.