Awards for Schools
Criteria and application
The criteria for the awards have been designed by Professor Adam Ockelford to improve outcomes for students and teachers. While the Bronze level should be achievable by all interested schools, the Silver and Gold awards are there to provide a structure for improving inclusive practice. The criteria focus on four main areas: Learners, Staff, Resources, and Policies. All criteria must be met to gain any award level, however, flexibility is inbuilt to accommodate specialist and unique educational settings.
At Bronze level, there is no requirement to submit evidence. For Silver, three pieces are required and for Gold, four pieces are required. You can explore the criteria and application forms below.
Introduction to Musical Development
In order to take the Bronze, Silver and Gold awards, staff must first view the 'Introduction to Musical Development' presentation:
For the Silver Award, the Music Lead must take this self-directed training course: Sounds of Intent - Introduction - Trinity Music Awards
Explore the criteria and application forms
Please note that the Spring 2026 application window has now closed. The next application window will open on the 30th of October, 2026.
Explore the criteria in Welsh
Moving from Bronze to Silver
The step from Bronze to Silver mainly involves expanding the reach of Sounds of Intent in your school or setting.
Below you can access the criteria side-by-side to identify what progressions your school or setting could make.