Leeds’ only specialist early years music school.
Award-winning Kodály-inspired music classes for babies, toddlers and children aged 0-7.
Every child is musical. Through singing, movement and play, we create a rich musical environment where children and their grown-ups learn together — nurturing connection, confidence and a deep understanding of music from the very beginning.
Our vision
Music at Heart is an award-winning, non-profit music school serving families across Leeds. We nurture a child’s lifelong love of music through high-quality, accessible musical experiences in the early years. Using the Kodály approach, we create community through singing, movement and playful musicianship in our gentle and inclusive classes.
Why nearly 300 Leeds families have chosen Music at Heart
✓ Leeds’ only specialist Kodály-based early years music school
✓ High-quality music education from birth to age 7
✓ Deep musical development, not just entertainment
✓ Live singing, not backing tracks
✓ Led by professional musicians
✓ Calm, nurturing classes
✓ Rooted in folk song, singing games and playful musicianship
✓ Support for the whole family
✓ Free and subsidised places available
✓ Nurturing children through music for over 15 years. Trusted by nearly 1,000 families across Yorkshire.
Cost should never be a barrier to music.
Kodály believed that “music belongs to everybody.” Thanks to donations and charitable funding, we offer free and subsidised places for families, nurseries and schools who might otherwise find it difficult to attend.
We actively seek funding to support this work and welcome donations, partnerships and sponsorship.
What we offer
Kodály Music (0-4s)
Our signature, award-winning class for babies, toddlers and pre-school children and their grown-ups. Sing, move and play instruments with your child in a calm, nurturing environment.
(Tuesday, Thursday & Friday mornings)
Kodály Music (3-5s)
A musicianship class where older pre-school children are encouraged to play instruments, sing simple pitches, move to the pulse and rhythm and develop confidence.
(Friday afternoons)
Ringató Baby Circle (0-12 months)
A gentle, welcoming space for mums, birthing parents and babies to sing folk songs, bond, and connect with others over tea and cake.
(Tuesday and Thursday mornings)
Kodály Music (4-7s)
A fun, movement-based class for children attending independently. We explore instruments, singing, listening and early musical understanding.
(Tuesdays and Fridays after school)
What our parents say…
Confidence & development
My daughter’s confidence has noticeably increased. She happily joins in playing all the wonderful instruments, and she absolutely loves singing, both in class and at home. I’m so grateful that this class exists. – Linda
Bonding & shared experience
It’s lovely to have a class that is for both me and my baby. The songs are so special and I find myself singing them all the time, a nice break from the usual nursery rhymes. – Cath
Parent wellbeing & support
Having struggled with my mental health as a new mother, the classes were very welcoming. I got to meet other parents and have conversations that helped my mental wellbeing. – June
Speech & communication
Our little boy has speech delay and has been attending Music at Heart for a couple of months. We have been really grateful and happy to see how much his speech has developed and improved since he has been going to the classes every week. – Bori
Calm & high-quality environment
It’s so refreshing to find a good quality music class that isn’t totally manic! It’s such a lovely environment and the ethos is fantastic. – Catherine and Jon
Compared to other classes
I’ve been to another music class with my other granddaughter, and it was good, but not a patch on this. – Grandma
Join our community
Connect with other Leeds parents who share your interest in music.
We also run a ‘Gift-a-Session’ group, where families offer unused class places to others.
(You can leave at any time)
Free workshop for parents
Watch our free 1-hour workshop:
“Folk Songs & Rhymes to Sing to Your Baby”
Enter your email to access the recording.
Meet your teachers
Caitlin, Carolyn and Ellie form the small dedicated team who bring Kodály music-making to Leeds!
What is the Kodály approach?
A child-centred, holistic approach to music education. We use folk songs, singing games, movement and instruments to develop musical understanding in a natural and joyful way.
Our story
Music at Heart has been nurturing children through music since 2011 and has been serving Leeds families since 2022.
Our Leeds school won Best Music School (Yorkshire Prestige Awards, 2023/24 and 2025/26) and became a non-profit (CIC) again in 2023, committed to widening access to high-quality music education.
East Lodge, Potternewton Park
We are working to secure East Lodge as a permanent home for Music at Heart — a space for music, community and early years creativity.
Outreach & one-to-one classes
Music at Heart @ HOME
Our online platform for families and teachers to learn the Music at Heart Method – COMING SOON IN SEPTEMBER 2026!
Piano & Musicianship Lessons
Creative, one-to-one lessons combining piano and Kodály musicianship (age 4+)
Where to find us
📍 Harehills Lane Baptist Church
13 Hilton Place, Leeds LS8 4HE
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