At our year-round programme in North Kensington, we work with children and young people aged 0-20! You are welcome to join if you already play an instrument, but most of our students arrive as complete beginners. Anyone can join Nucleo who is willing to really commit to their musical learning, which includes consistent regular attendance. Nucleo is an immersive programme, so although our baby classes and sessions for our youngest students only meet once or twice a week, by the time our students are 5 years old they need to be able to commit to at least three sessions a week, and this goes up to four for our older and more advanced students. If you’d like more info, you can get in touch with us at info@thenucleoproject.org, or fill out our expression of interest form to find out about available spaces. https://forms.office.com/r/283BkM2pdz

For our Young Leaders Programme, we are looking for more experienced young musicians who also show commitment to leadership and to community music-making and/or the idea of music for social change. If you are an organisation wishing to recommend students, or a young person who would like to find out more about joining the Young Leaders, please get in touch at info@thenucleoproject.org.

(If you are under 18, please make sure you CC an adult in your email – such as a parent, carer, music teacher or staff member from your school - or we will be unable to reply.)

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Yes! Get in touch for more info, or fill out our expression of interest form to find out about available spaces https://forms.office.com/r/283BkM2pdz

Our North Kensington programme is currently delivered at two locations, one on Ladbroke Grove and one in West Kilburn. You can get in touch with us for more detailed information - info@thenucleoproject.org.

In our North Kensington programme, our orchestras rehearse several times a week. Younger / beginner groups perform at least once per term, and older / more advanced groups more frequently. Students also have opportunities to perform as soloists or in smaller ensembles at least once per term. The Young Leaders meet annually during school holidays and rehearse intensively during each residency. The orchestra performs at least once every time it gathers.

At Nucleo we are proud to work with children and young people with SEND, both in our full-time programme in North Kensington and in the Young Leaders Programme. Every student is different, so we create individualised activity and support plans on a case-by-case basis, working with students, teachers and parents to design the provision that will be most beneficial for each young person.

If you are interested in either the Young Leaders Programme or our project in North Kensington for yourself or your child, please get in touch at info@thenucleoproject.org.

(If you are under 18, please make sure you CC an adult in your email – such as a parent, carer, music teacher or staff member from your school - or we will be unable to reply.)

Yes! Roles which require office or media skills can often be carried out remotely. Get in touch to find out more about the best fit for your skills - volunteer@thenucleoproject.org. Please note that all volunteers will be subject to the same safeguarding checks.

Before being offered a placement volunteers are all required to attend an interview and complete an induction session. The time commitment required then depends on the role. For instance, a Pastoral Assistant Volunteer will typically volunteer for 6hrs a week whereas a Community Fundraising Volunteer may volunteer for specific events. Please email volunteer@thenucleoproject.org to find out more about the roles currently on offer.

No! All that is required is enthusiasm and a belief in the limitless potential of all young people and the power of music and community to transform lives.

If you sign up to our mailing list we will be able to let you know about upcoming events. We also share video recordings of our performances for those who are unable to attend in person. You can find many of these videos on our YouTube page, so you can catch up on our recent highlights!

Thank you! You can donate by clicking on the donate button at the top left-hand corner of this website. This donation will be processed through JustGiving. You can also make a direct bank transfer – simply get in touch with our Director of Fundraising, Sophie Drysdale, for details. Cheques can be posted to our registered address, 196 Freston Rd, W10 6TT.

We accept any age of instrument. All we ask is that they are in full playable condition, and/or have a value exceeding the cost of any necessary repairs.

If you are a music teacher or organiser at a school or a community music programme, we may be able to help you find the instruments you need! Please get in touch with us.

If you are an advanced young musician with leadership skills or potential, and a commitment to community music-making and the idea of music for social change, we would love to hear from you to discuss the Young Leaders application process! Please get in touch with us at info@thenucleoproject.org. If you are under 18, please make sure you CC an adult in your email – such as a parent, carer, music teacher or staff member from your school - or we will be unable to reply.

We advertise teacher vacancies on our website and social media pages when they arise, but we’re always keen to hear from teachers who are interested in our work! We love being in touch with like-minded colleagues, and we may also be able to add you to our dep list, signpost you to other organisations and/or get in touch about any opportunities – both for work and training - that arise in future. Please get in touch at info@thenucleoproject.org.