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£96 million to help pupils follow arts careers
School standards minister Nick Gibb has announced £96 million to help pupils of music, drama and dance to gain opportunities to kick start their careers.
The money will give pupils a range of cultural opportunities including training at the Royal Ballet School in London, film-making classes at the BFI Film Academy and free opportunities to study art and design at their local college or university; and visits to museums and galleries, using quality resources to support their classroom teaching.
Music, art and design, drama and dance are included in the national curriculum and compulsory in all maintained schools from the age of 5 to 14.
School Standards Minister Nick Gibb said: “The UK has a strong cultural heritage. We have always nurtured creative talent in this country and have a rich history of world famous musicians, actors and dancers.
“For many, this journey starts at school, which is why it is important we support them from the beginning.
“This funding will give more young people the opportunity to develop their talents and help world-famous institutions discover the next generation’s Billy Elliot.”
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