Isle of Wight music college Platform One took to the road with an award-winning performer, visiting 23 schools.

Platform One brought Wight Noize winner Marnie Marie to various schools across the Island, in an initiative aimed to promote the benefits of music to primary school pupils in line with the recent National Plan for Education.

This plan envisions an educational environment where students can learn to sing, play an instrument, and create music together while pursuing their musical interests further.

Platform One's music industry liaison Andy Booth said: "As music professionals we have a duty to ensure that all children get the opportunity to experience music in one way or another.

"Using our resources at Platform One we have been able to reach out to local schools and offer a live, interactive workshop that will not only give them a sample of live music but open the doors to learning an instrument.”

The tour began on Wednesday, June 26 and concluded on Thursday, July 11.

Marnie Marie performed alongside her band members Will Vincent, Kieran Hopewell and Lewis Hilsum, all of whom study full time at Platform One.

Vincent said: "It’s been really fun and feels like we’ve done something quite meaningful."

Booth, who also sits on the UK Music Futures Board, has attended a meeting with music education representatives from across the country to pitch the scheme as a national initiative.

He said: “Music establishments such as Platform One have the power to engage with young people on a regular basis, it is important that other music colleges and universities in the UK adopt a similar approach in reaching out to their local communities.”

Platform One’s On The Road tour received a range of positive responses from teaching staff and pupils alike, many of which commented on the impact music can have on students' wellbeing, mood, and development.

Freshwater and Yarmouth Primary School praised the initiative, saying: "From a wellbeing and mental health aspect it was inspirational, connecting emotions to music styles and how the music can enhance or matches our moods."

Brighstone Primary School said: "There was just the perfect combination of great music and interaction with the children for a wonderful afternoon."