As a central service provider, SIM can deliver instrumental music services efficiently and effectively.

Click here for an explanation of the instrumental music service and the policy and procedures under which it operates.

Click here for more information about the instruments offered in individual districts and schools.

The School of Instrumental Music provides the following services to Western Australian schools, school clusters and districts:

  • Consultancy (in planning and developing school music programs)
  • Instrumental instruction and ensemble direction
  • Instrumental staffing allocation and management (including performance management and professional development for instrumental music teachers)
  • An instrumental loan, maintenance and repair service
  • Access to an Instrumental Music Resource Centre
  • Enrichment activities for students

SIM contributes to the delivery of the total music curriculum by working collaboratively with:

  • Districts, through a coordinated district-wide plan.
  • School clusters offering a classroom-based music program and willing to participate in the instrumental music scheme.
  • Individual schools

Click here for advice on procedures for resolving issues and concerns with Instrumental Music Teachers.