Outstanding Music Exam Success 3rd July 2026 Creative Arts There is a wonderful atmosphere of celebration in the Music Department this week as pupils from Copthorne Prep achieved an exceptional set of results in their recent Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) examinations. From our youngest instrumentalists taking their first graded assessments to our more experienced musicians tackling the higher grades, pupils demonstrated remarkable dedication, musicality and resilience. Their success reflects months of careful preparation, countless hours of practice and the confidence to perform under exam conditions. The quality of the performances made a particularly strong impression on the visiting examiner, who praised not only the pupils’ musical abilities but also their professionalism, preparation and positive attitude throughout the examination day. In feedback to the Music Department, the examiner remarked that the pupils were “a real credit to the school”—a wonderful endorsement of the values, commitment and enthusiasm they bring to their music-making. Every candidate from Copthorne Prep who took an ABRSM graded examination this term at Caterham achieved either a Merit or Distinction, highlighting the breadth of musical talent within the school. ABRSM examinations assess far more than polished performances. Pupils are challenged in technical skills, musicianship, sight-reading and aural awareness, providing a comprehensive measure of their musical development while encouraging confidence, discipline and creativity. These outstanding results are a testament not only to the hard work of our pupils, but also to the expertise and encouragement of our dedicated Visiting Music Teachers, whose commitment inspires pupils to achieve their very best. We warmly congratulate every candidate who entered an examination this session. Congratulations to all involved on a truly outstanding set of results. Congratulations to all of our pupils who have successfully completed music examinations during 2026. Spring Session Arabella C. – Initial Grade Piano (Pass) Annabelle R. – Grade 1 Piano (Distinction) Clarissa B. – Grade 2 Singing for Musical Theatre (Distinction) Freya Z. – Grade 2 Cello (Merit) Joshua M. – Grade 1 Guitar (Distinction) Shamiso Z. – Grade 1 Singing for Musical Theatre (Merit) Sienna H. – Grade 4 Singing for Musical Theatre (Merit) Summer Session Arabella C. – Grade 1 Singing for Musical Theatre (Merit) Georgina V. – Grade 1 Drums (Distinction) Isabella A. – Grade 2 Singing for Musical Theatre (Distinction) Kiara K. – Initial Grade Cello (Distinction) Maggie B. – Violin Prep Test Meera – Violin Prep Test Sadie C. – Grade 1 Singing for Musical Theatre (Distinction) Vadaanya S. – Violin Prep Test Congratulations to every pupil on their hard work, commitment and musical achievements throughout the year. We look forward to celebrating many more musical successes in the future.