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Monkey Music Baby & Toddler Classes Music Classes in Vale of Glamorgan & Bridgend
Emma Loyns 01656 649190 vale.bridgend@monkeymusic.co.ukWelcome to our friendly music classes in Bridgend and the Vale. A professional musician, teacher and mum, I have been principal of Monkey Music Vale & Bridgend since 2008. You can join our Monkey Music family any time- we would love to see you! Check out our timetable below to book your first free class and discover the magic of Monkey Music...
Read more...“These classes are amazing. My baby has enjoyed it since 12 weeks old and I'm convinced it has contributed to her love of all things tuneful and her excellent fine motor skills to mention a few perks. I love it too. I'm not really comfortable with groups of people this has been brilliant for my confidence too. We both have made some wonderful friends”
Our team run classes across South Wales. Check out our timetable below for details and to book a class. We also have classes available at our sister franchise in Cardiff. Your first class is free too!
Our curriculum is progressive, so after your first free class you are invited to join us on a regular basis. Our monthly payment makes managing your subscription super easy. If you miss a class, we offer a class catch up service. To ensure we can offer small age specific classes we do not allow weekly drop ins, but you can attend our holiday workshops on a pay as you go basis even if you are not a Monkey Music member. Our weekly classes run during the school term time, but we run holiday workshops taking place at Christmas, Easter and in the summer.
Our Classes
Delivered by highly skilled professional musicians and teachers, our original four-stage progressive curriculum is designed to meet developmental milestones as your little one grows. Not just musical, but also language, numeracy, physical and social skills. From visual tracking and swatting their sounds to purposefully performing simple rhythm notation all by themselves, the progression is impressive. Share precious time together as your little one discovers magical sounds, develops confidence, makes new friends and blossoms as a little being. Many of our families make lifelong friends at our classes and we are incredibly proud of our Monkey Music family in South Wales.
Rock'n'Roll For Babies aged 3 - 12 months
The first stage of our curriculum focuses on important development milestones. Tracking sounds, developing hand eye co-ordination, learning the importance of object permanence through peek a boo games, feeling pulse through movement, playing our baby specific instruments and discovery through sensory play and experiences.
Heigh-Ho for Toddlers aged 12 - 24 months
In our second stage, toddlers are busy up on their feet. Learning through guided exploration, the catchy and upbeat songs are sure to engage your little one. Plenty of action songs and simple topics make learning fun. The routine of Monkey Music at this age becomes a firm part of your weekly activities.
Jiggety-Jig for Toddlers aged 2 & 3
In our third stage class our toddlers are busy making friends. They love to dance and sing and we introduce the elements of music in a more formal way to create the foundation to our fourth and final stage. They learn to compose, share and take turns and follow more complex instruction. They’re having so much fun and are becoming more independent each day.
Ding-Dong for 3 & 4 year olds
Our final stage of Money Music is a wonderful curriculum that really lays the musical foundation required for a lifetime of music. Children are introduced to the Kodaly method which uses visual aids to help introduce the concept of translating symbols into musical notes or direction. They compose, create, and develop listening skills. Our grown-ups are always very impressed with the level of musicality achieved in this curriculum that’s is an excellent stepping stone to formally learning an instrument.
More About Me!
I have been running Monkey Music in the Vale of Glamorgan & Bridgend area since 2008. As a professional musician, teacher and mum, I was very excited when I was presented with the opportunity to run my own franchise in 2008 and have never looked back.
I Started my career as a professional flautist and pianist. I studied flute, piano and composition at The Janacek Academy of Music in Brno, Czech Republic. After graduating from Royal Holloway University of London, in 2001, with a BMus(hons) degree, I came to Cardiff to study PGCE secondary music teaching which led to a very successful teaching career from 2001-2009. During this time, my two daughters were born. Maddison in 2007 and Lillia in 2008. As an educationalist I have always been interested in child development, particularly through music, and I was keen to use music with my own children to help with their own development. My teaching degree gave me experience of working with children from 3 years of age right up to 18 years but being able to attend music classes with my own babies, from such an early age, gave me more insight into how important the early years are. The fact that the Monkey Music curriculum follows the early years framework was a delight to discover and it is a pleasure to now be delivering this curriculum to children in the area.
Of course I wouldn't be able to run my classes without my fantastic team of teachers and administrator. This highly skilled team dedicate so much time and effort into attending training courses, planning and refining their lessons to ensure each child gets the most they can from every class. They enjoy teaching the classes as much as the families enjoy attending and it is a pleasure to introduce them to you. Please read below to meet our fantastic team!
We would love to welcome you to our Monkey Music family. If you need any more information or help, please get in touch!
Emma
Read more...Monkey Music near you
BOOK YOUR FREE CLASS HERE!Monday
St David's Church Hall Laleston, High Street, Laleston, Bridgend, CF32 0HP
The Tiny Tree house- Monkey Music exclusive venue, Unit 8 (off A48), Pant Wilkins Stables, Cowbridge, CF71 7DT
Penarth Salvation Army, 101A Plassey Street, Penarth, CF64 1EL
Dosbarth Cymraeg- Trelales, St David's Church Hall Laleston, Laleston, CF32 0HP
Tuesday
Bridgend Deaf & Social Club, Coychurch Road, Brackla, Bridgend, CF31 2BY
The Tiny Tree house- Monkey Music exclusive venue, Unit 8 (off A48), Pant Wilkins Stables, Cowbridge, CF71 7DT
Wednesday
The Tiny Tree house- Monkey Music exclusive venue, Unit 8 (off A48), Pant Wilkins Stables, Cowbridge, CF71 7DT
Thursday
St David's Church Hall Laleston, High Street, Laleston, Bridgend, CF32 0HP
The Tiny Tree house- Monkey Music exclusive venue, Unit 8 (off A48), Pant Wilkins Stables, Cowbridge, CF71 7DT
Friday
The Tiny Tree house- Monkey Music exclusive venue, Unit 8 (off A48), Pant Wilkins Stables, Cowbridge, CF71 7DT
Bridgend Deaf & Social Club, Coychurch Road, Brackla, Bridgend, CF31 2BY
Saturday
The Tiny Tree house- Monkey Music exclusive venue, Unit 8 (off A48), Pant Wilkins Stables, Cowbridge, CF71 7DT
Monkey Term Dates
Summer Term 2024
Term Starts:
Monday 8th April
Half Term:
Monday 27th May - Saturday 1st June
Term Ends:
Monday 15th July
Bond with Baby and discover how music supports early development. This 5-part musical programme for newborns up to 16 weeks old is a mix of in-person classes and pre-recorded sessions delivered by our specially trained teachers and is designed to compliment Monkey Music's progressive 4 stage curriculum.
Each booking includes a kit bag with instruments and a sensory scarf to be used at home.
Book now and make new friends!
Beautiful Noise
From Thursday 6th June, 1:30pm
To Thursday 4th July, 1:30pm
The Tiny Tree house- Monkey Music exclusive venue, Cowbridge, CF71 7DT
"We have loved every single class. I’ve seen M go from a shy little baby not wanting to get up and find monkey to now making it his weekly mission & regularly getting up to give the teacher a cwtch or Hi-five"
M absolutely loves his monkey music sessions. Thanks for making them so engaging and fun. I'm enjoying watching him learning, developing and changing each week
"I absolutely love the classes! They have become the highlight of my week. All the babies are completely mesmerised by the sounds and instruments. It is definitely our favourtie class"
"I am enjoying the sessions as much as my little one. It's great to spend some quality time together whilst knowing we are learning at the same time as having fun."
"We have attended classes since 3 months. After 3 years I am so sad to be leaving but we leave with the most precious and magical of memories and can't thank you enough"
"I really can't recommend Monkey Music enough. The teacher has a beautiful voice and the babies are captivated. The themes are so creative and interactive.I look forward to it as much as the babies"
Celebrate with Monkey and Mo!
Monkey Music parties are great fun for babies and children of all ages. Parties are tailored to suit every occasion and always include the birthday child’s favourite Monkey Music songs!
Send a Party Enquiry"Just wanted to say you ran a lovely party for my daughter. Absolutely brilliant...We were very pleased and the guests all enjoyed"
Holiday fun for all with our Holiday Workshops!
Monkey Music holiday workshops are a popular way to keep children entertained during the holidays. Unlike our regular classes where children are strictly grouped according to age, the holiday workshops cater for a mixed age group of children.
Book your Workshop here!Monkey Workshops
No Monkey Workshops currently on our system, check back soon.
"Absolutely the best way to start our Chirstmas festivtiies. We love Money Music Workshops and this one did not disappoint. Such energy and enthusiasm, we loved every minute-all of us!"
Monkey Music Events!
Join us at one of our Monkey Music Events and find out what happens at Monkey Music!
Since they began, in 1993, over 4.8 million classes have entertained hundreds of thousands of families across the UK!
Book your space for some magical music making with your family. Suitable for babies and young children.
Be quick! Places are limited.
"We attended your open day in Porthcawl and can not wait to start your classes with my baby. We are already Monkey Music fans!"
The Monkey Team
Emma Loyns
I'm Emma and I have taught Monkey Music classes since becoming the owner of the franchise in 2008. I've had a career as a professional flautist, pianist and as a school music teacher. I absoutely have the best job in the world!
Nia Prosser
I'm Nia and I became a Monkey Music teacher in 2017. Its been a dream of mine after attending classes with 3 of my children and loving every minute. I'm a qualified primary school teacher with music specialism, a choral singer and a forest school qualified child minder.
Bethan Thomas
I'm Bethan and I was a Monkey Music teacher in London before relocating back home to Cardiff. After an exciting career in theatre, I qualified as a drama therapist in 2022. I look forward to welcoming you to my classes and promise lots of fun and drama!
Elinor Dixon
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Julia Cooper
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Lydia Holley
I'm Lydia! I first came to Monkey Music as a parent. You may know me as the Monkey Music office administrator. I'm now a fully qualified Monkey Music Teacher! I have had a varied professional career and am enjoying this new challenge. I am passionate about Monkey Music and child development.
Rhian Morwood
I’m Rhian. I’m very excited to be bringing my passion for all things musical onto the Monkey Music stage since 2018. I have lots of experience in musical theatre and have had many lead roles. My 3 children also share my passion for music. I adore Monkey Music!
Viki Jones
After attending classes with her two children Viki made the leap into Monkey Music teaching. "I value the developmental value of the curriculum and am excited I get to continue my Monkey Music journey as a teacher!" Viki has a calm and friendly manner and a natural talent for teaching.
In addition to the above you can end your enrolment for terms of regular classes with Monkey Music on giving at least one month’s prior written notice to be received by your franchisee by 1st day of the month prior to the month your next payment is due.
For those paying termly: If you have opted to pay for classes termly this means that notice must be received by your franchisee by 1st day of the month prior to the month the next term is due to start. If you seek to terminate the contract before this date your franchisee will try to fill the place(s) you have booked with other customers but if your franchisee is unable to do so then you may not be entitled to a refund.
For those paying monthly. If you have chosen to pay monthly then notice must be received by the first day of the month prior to the month your next payment is due.
Provided your notice to terminate has been received by your franchisee by the 1st of the month before the next payment is due then the contract will end and you will not be required to pay the next payment.
Monthly payments will be due on the 1st of a month for classes booked in that month. Customers joining midway through a month will be charged for the remainder of classes in that month. Customers booking prior to the start of term will be charged for classes in the first month of booking.
Termly payments will be due on the 1st of the month that each term commences. Customers joining midway through a term will be charged on booking for the remainder of classes in that term.
Customers booking prior to the start of term will be charged for the term on the day of booking.
Rock’n'Roll: from 3 months
Heigh-Ho: from 12 months
Jiggety-Jig: 2 + 3 year olds
Ding-Dong: 3 + 4 year olds
Just as language skills are developed early in life, so is musical talent. Regardless of the level of music aptitude with which children are born, they must have formal and informal experiences in music to maintain that level of potential.
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