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Organisation: Rokzkool Academy

Unfortunately, this organisation was not successful

We run a variety of music and art classes for children and young people with a focus on having fun, social skills and building confidence.  At Rokzkool, the children get to experiment with a wide range of instruments, learn songs and explore rhythm and percussion.  In the Art club, they develop pieces on a chosen theme and explore a range of different media. 

We want to offer free places to young people who are looking for a safe, welcoming and supportive environment where they can be creative. 

They would benefit hugely from the Rokzkool experience as our classes focus on developing confidence, trust, social skills and a sense of belonging and this is exactly what children need.  

As our studio looks and feels very different to other services, young people who like to be creative (and noisy!) can find a place where they belong and can be free to express themselves. 

We want the sessions to be a highlight of their week and give them something to look forward to where they can thrive and have positive interactions with other young people and supportive adults.

To further support them, we would also offer them free membership to our ‘Rokzkool Library’ where they can borrow instruments and online resources to learn to play at home.

The funding would enable us to offer free places for children and young people from Merkinch and South Kessock plus an ongoing relationship through the instrument library and a regular free drop-in session.

Amount requested: £5,000.

We believe in the power of music and creativity to help young people build their confidence, develop their social skills and unleash their potential. 

By offering the classes and ongoing use of the instruments, young people can discover their passions and this gives them determination and pride in their achievements. It can open the door to a new hobby where they can apply themselves and work hard towards a goal.  We want this opportunity to be available to everyone, without cost being a barrier and this would enable us to provide this free of charge for children and young people from Merkinch and South Kessock. 

We have classes available for primary and secondary children.  Many of our older students volunteer beyond the classes and register for the Saltire Awards to get recognition of their volunteering hours with additional training and opportunities for them to develop.

At Rokzkool, we are keen to support young people in any way we can and are ready to create opportunities for them to enable them to thrive.  Once they are part of the Rokzkool family, we can build a relationship where we can support them and also signpost other services and support where required.

Link to priorities identified for the local area by children and young people: 

• Learning and activities in the local community
• Create safe spaces, more things to do and more choices.

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