DfE Framework

Ackerman Music is an approved supplier for the DfE Musical Instruments, Equipment & Technology Framework

The UK Department for Education (DfE) has introduced a new Musical Instruments, Equipment, and Technology Framework designed to enhance music education across the country. This initiative offers several key benefits:

Streamlined Procurement Process

The framework provides educational institutions, including Music Hub Lead Organisations and their partners, with a simplified method to purchase musical instruments and related technology. By utilizing DfE-approved suppliers, schools can efficiently acquire high-quality equipment without the need for extensive procurement procedures.

Diverse Range of Instruments and Technology

The framework categorizes available products into three distinct lots:

• Lot 1: Acoustic Instruments: Traditional instruments that produce sound without electronic amplification.
• Lot 2: Amplified, Electric, and Digital Instruments: Instruments and equipment that generate or modify sound through electronic means.
• Lot 3: Other Technology and Equipment: Additional tools and software that support music creation, including items adapted for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

This categorization ensures that institutions can access a comprehensive selection tailored to diverse educational needs.

Support for Inclusivity

A significant emphasis of the framework is on inclusivity. It includes instruments and technologies specifically adapted for students with SEND, ensuring that all children and young people have the opportunity to engage in music education.

Alignment with National Music Education Goals

This framework aligns with the objectives outlined in the National Plan for Music Education, which aims to provide all children and young people in England with the opportunity to:

• Learn to sing, play an instrument, and create music together.
• Progress their musical interests and talents, including pursuing professional pathways.

By facilitating access to a wide range of musical instruments and technologies, the framework supports these national goals and contributes to a richer, more inclusive music education landscape.

The DfE's Musical Instruments, Equipment, and Technology Framework offers educational institutions a streamlined, inclusive, and comprehensive approach to enhancing music education, ensuring that all students have the resources they need to explore and develop their musical talents.

If your school requires assistance or wishes to discuss specific requirements, please do not hesitate to contact us.