We are thrilled to announce that Music Bugs have been honoured with the following two awards in the 2024 Loved By Parents Awards:
Best UK Baby Classes Winner (Platinum Award)
Best UK Toddler Class Winner (Gold Award)
Thank you to everyone who voted for us and made this possible, we are so proud of our fantastic network and the amazing classes that they provide each week. Congratulations to our entire team!
Welcome back to class and a brand new term of Music Bugs. Choose from Baby Bugs, Mini Bugs, Jumping Bugs and Family Bugs. Take a look at our locations page to find the nearest sessions to you or drop us an email on info@musicbugs.co.uk
We are thrilled to announce to that Music Bugs has been awarded 3 Kite Marks (the highest level of accreditation), with ICAP (Institute of Children’s Activity Providers)
ICAP base their accreditation of 3 areas of business quality; Compliance, Programme and Marketing Communications and we’re absolutely thrilled to receive this accreditation on behalf of our fantastic network.
At our weekend Annual Meet up we were thrilled to be able to present some very special awards to our franchise network.
Congratulations to Leanne Verduyn (Franchise Team Award), Lynda-Jane Nelson (Marketing and Social Media Award), Vicky Bannister (Parent’s Choice Award), and Julie Wilkins (Franchisee of the Year Award).
Congratulations ladies on your very well deserved award wins.
We asked you to nominate your favourite Music Bugs classes for our Parent’s Choice Franchise Award and were thrilled with the response. 670 of you took the time to tell us about your wonderful experiences in class and how Music Bugs has made a difference to your child’s confidence, language and communication skills and development – thank you!
We’ve just returned from a fantastic weekend away in Birmingham for our Franchise Annual Meetup and what a wonderful weekend we have had. So much networking, catching up, creativity ,and informative workshops to get us through the coming year! We can’t wait to put everything we have learnt into practice!
Our Class Leaders are such an important and valued part of our network and are often the faces that welcome thousands of Music Bugs parents and children into our classes each week. We are delighted to announce our 3 Class Leader award winners.
Congratulations to Faye Mason (Music Bugs Milton Keynes), Beccy Cunis (Music Bugs Leeds) and Natalie Kennington (Music Bugs North Lincs).
We’re absolutely delighted to announce that Music Bugs are now official ambassadors for EWIF (Encouraging Women into Franchising).
Their primary focus is to support women who are looking for a route into the franchise industry with a threefold approach; to encourage women to consider buying a franchise, to encourage business women to franchise their existing operations and to help franchisors attract more women to their networks.
We could not be prouder to be part of this amazing organisation, and look forward to doing our bit to ensure women are more equally represented within the franchising industry.
https://www.ewif.org/
Music Bugs is one of Club Hub’s top 10 recommendations for parents looking for a sensory class for their babies. Check out their fantastic blog post here https://clubhubuk.co.uk/the-best-sensory-classes-for-babies-club-hubs-top-10/
Music Bugs are proud to continue their membership of ICAP (Institute of Children’s Activity Professionals) for another year.
ICAP are a professional membership body and community of business owners and leaders operating in the children’s activity sector. Their aim is to champion best practice, raise standards and innovate, driving positive change and progression across the industry.
They believe children’s activity professionals have an essential role to play in educating, entertaining and inspiring the next generation. Coming together to share challenges, ideas, questions and solutions will help us develop individually and collectively as a community.
You can find out more about ICAP here https://institutecap.co.uk
We’re proud to be members of the Twins Trust, a charity that supports parents of twins, triplets (or more!). We love welcoming families of multiples into our classes and our session leaders are always ready to offer an extra pair of hands when needed.
You can search for your nearest class here https://www.musicbugs.co.uk/locations/ and contact your nearest session leader to find out about local class discounts for parents of multiples.
Contact your local Music Bugs group to book your space for our new term of classes restarting in September. If your preferred venue is full, we’ll add you to our waiting list.
Summer holiday sessions for babies, toddlers and preschoolers are still running in some areas. Contact your local Music Bugs group for details.
New Unicorn, Dinosaur and Horse capes now available to purchase from our toyshop here.
To book Baby Bugs (0-walking) and Family Bugs (mixed age) classes in Leith, Corstorphine, Newhaven and Newington, contact Catriona Mitchell at: edinburghcentral@musicbugs.co.uk Alternatively, message Catriona on Facebook here for new term dates and to book.
Music Bugs classes are running during the Summer holiday in some areas. Please contact your local group to book.
We know that not everyone is able to make it to live classes, so why not consider booking yourself onto some online classes instead?
The lovely Lynda-Jane from Music Bugs North Down is running online sessions in 6 week blocks with the next block starting on the 6th May.
You can book online via https://bookwhen.com/musicbugsnorthdownonline and also give her a follow on Instagram too www.Instagram.com/musicbugsnorthdown
Classes in many areas of England returned this week and what a wonderful week it has been. Thousands of happy, smiling faces as children had the opportunity to meet up again with old friends or try a Music Bugs class for the very first time. Welcome back everyone – we are so happy to be back.
To find your nearest class visit https://www.musicbugs.co.uk/locations/
Did you catch Music Bugs on CBeebies this morning?
We’re delighted to announce that following the latest Government guidance, live classes in many areas of England are set to return throughout April and May with classes in Scotland and Northern Ireland set to follow very soon.
Please contact your nearest session leader for further details and to book.
Music Bugs have become proud members of the Institute of Children’s Activity Providers (ICAP). The institute supports members through advice and thought leadership; best practice and compliance; education and networking; championing and promoting collaboration in the industry.
Music Bugs classes are returning in some areas of England and Scotland from September onwards. Complete our short enquiry form and your local group will contact you with further details. Alternatively, contact your local group directly. For classes running in Northern Ireland, please contact Lynda-Jane Nelson at northdown@musicbugs.co.uk
Parents and Early Years practitioners are invited to register for World Nursery Rhyme Week which this year runs from the 16th-20th November 2020. To access your free resources, head to the WNRW website. The initiative, launched by Music Bugs in 2013, promotes the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development and education.
Contact your local Music Bugs group via their tagged Facebook page below to find out whether they are running online sessions and how you can get involved:
Zoe, Music Bugs Barnsley
Tina, Music Bugs Bedford
Gemma, Music Bugs Brentwood
Kelly, Music Bugs Brighton
Anita, Music Bugs Cambridge
Gillian, Music Bugs Darlington and Stockton
Anna, Music Bugs Doncaster
Melanie, Music Bugs Durham
Catriona, Music Bugs Edinburgh Central
Louise, Music Bugs Glasgow South
Kim, Music Bugs Halesowen
Gemma, Music Bugs Harlow
Vicky, Music Bugs Leeds
Charlie, Music Bugs Lincoln, Newark and Sleaford
Debbie, Music Bugs Liverpool
Amy, Music Bugs Maidstone and West Kent
Melanie, Music Bugs Middlesbrough
Michelle, Music Bugs Milton Keynes
Heather, Music Bugs Newcastle, Gateshead and Northumberland
Lesley, Music Bugs Northampton
Lynda-Jane, Music Bugs North Down
Julie, Music Bugs North Lincs
Michelle, Music Bugs Norwich
Katie, Music Bugs Peterborough
Yvette, Music Bugs Portsmouth, Fareham and Gosport
Sarah, Music Bugs Romford
Emma, Music Bugs Rotherham
Louise, Music Bugs Rutland
Grace, Music Bugs Salisbury and Andover
Claire, Music Bugs Sheffield
Tamsin, Music Bugs Shrewsbury, Telford and Newport
Leanne, Music Bugs Southampton
Cat, Music Bugs St Albans, Potters Bar and Welwyn
Roslyn, Music Bugs Stirling
Alex, Music Bugs Sunderland
Nicky, Music Bugs Swindon
Lianne, Music Bugs Taunton
Research by Ohio State University finds that it’s possible for babies to learn melodies from music they hear.
Music Bugs discovery days will take place on the 22nd and 23rd of May and 5th and 6th of June via Zoom. We are looking for ambitious and creative people to join our franchise network who have the aspiration to run their own business. Invitation is subject to the completion of application paperwork but in the first instance, please request a copy of our prospectus via the Business Opportunities section on our website.
Music Bugs franchisees have been shortlisted for 28 Hoop awards across a range of categories. ‘Best for Babies’, ‘Best for Toddlers’ and ‘Best for Music and Singing’. Votes can be cast via the links below. The winners will be announced on the 30th of March.
Kelly, Music Bugs Brighton: Vote here
Catriona, Music Bugs Edinburgh Central: Vote here
Yvette, Music Bugs Fareham, Portsmouth and Gosport: Vote here
Amy, Music Bugs Glasgow North: Vote here
Vicky, Music Bugs Leeds: Vote here
Debbie, Music Bugs Liverpool: Vote here
Amy, Music Bugs Maidstone and West Kent: Vote here
Michelle, Music Bugs Milton Keynes: Vote here
Claire, Music Bugs Sheffield: Vote here
Leanne, Music Bugs Southampton: Vote here
Lesley, Music Bugs Warks and Northants: Vote here
Sarah Cassidy, franchisee for Music Bugs Romford, has been shortlisted in two categories for the Mum’s Guide to Romford awards. Sarah has reached the finals for “Best Activity Class or Group for the Under 5s” and “Best Party and Celebrations Provider”. Votes can be cast via the organisers website. The winners will be announced mid March.
Music Bugs, who provide preschool music classes are launching in Harlow and the surrounding area. Gemma Seal, franchisee owner for Music Bugs Harlow, will announce venue and session time details soon. For further updates contact Gemma via email at harlow@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Brentwood are recruiting for a part-time Class Leader to cover a period of maternity leave. The successful applicant will start after Easter with training taking place mid March. For further details please contact Gemma Murray at gemma@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Romford are launching two new classes from the 14th of January 2020 at the YMCA (RM7 0PH). Family Bugs (mixed age) will start at 1:15 followed by Baby Bugs (newborn to crawling) at 2:15. Sessions run for 40 minutes and parents who are new to Music Bugs can book 3 taster sessions for £15. Contact Sarah Cassidy for further details and to book at romford@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Norwich are launching a new Baby Bugs class from Wednesday 13th of November at the Sprowston Diamond Centre in Norwich. Suitable for babies from 0 – crawling, the class starts at 1:50 p.m. To book and for further details contact Michelle Bircham at norwich@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Halesowen will be launching a new Baby Bugs class in the New Year. Suitable for babies from 0-crawling, parents can register their interest by contact Kim Crowdy at halesowen@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Portsmouth, Fareham and Gosport have launched two new classes on a Monday in Wickham. A Family Bugs session (mixed age) starts at 10:00 followed by Baby Bugs (0-walking) at 11:00. If you are new to Music Bugs book 3 taster sessions for £10 or a one-off trial session for £4.50. For further details contact Yvette Donovan at yvette@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Brentwood are launching new preschool music and singing classes for babies, toddlers and preschoolers in the Thurrock area from January. For further details and to register your interest email Gemma Murray at gemma@musicbugs.co.uk
Registrations for World Nursery Rhyme Week (18th-22nd November) have passed 15,000 with over 1 million children now signed up to take part. Launched by Music Bugs in 2013, the initiative focuses on the benefits of nursery rhymes in early childhood development and education. The headline sponsor for WNRW 2019 is Little Baby Bum.
Music Bugs Southampton are launching two new classes on a Monday at the All Saints Church Centre in Shirley. Family Bugs (0-4 years) starts at 10:00 followed by Mini Bugs (0-2 years) at 10:50. To book and for further information contact Leanne at southampton@musicbugs.co.uk
Anita Dawson, franchise owner of Music Bugs Cambridge, will launch her preschool music classes in the area from November. Venue and session time details will be announced on Anita’s webpage.
Registrations for World Nursery Rhyme Week have exceeded 10,000 with 783,394 children signed up to take part so far. Founded by Music Bugs in 2013, the initiative promotes the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development and education. The event this year will run from the 18th-22nd of November.
Cat Pantelli has joined the team at Music Bugs and will launch classes in the South Herts/St Albans area from November. Classes will initially launch in Potters Bar from the 4th of November.
Music Bugs Norwich are starting 2 new classes at the Scout Hut in Taverham from the 13th of September. Family Bugs at 9.45 followed by Baby Bugs at 10.40. Contact norwich@musicbugs.co.uk for further details and to book.
Bookings for classes starting in Andover from Wednesday 18th of September are being taken now. Contact Grace Henney at grace@musicbugs.co.uk to book your space. Baby Bugs, Mini Bugs and Family Bugs classes will be held at Andover Baptist Church.
Gemma Murray is the latest new recruit to join the franchise team at Music Bugs. Gemma launches her preschool music classes in Brentwood and the surrounding area from September. To register your interest and for further details, contact Gemma at brentwood@musicbugs.co.uk
Registration for World Nursery Rhyme Week, an initiative organised by Music Bugs, has opened today. Open to parents and Early Years practitioners, the event promotes the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development and education. Free resources for the initiative are provided by Piccolo Music, Mrs Mactivity, Little Baby Bum and Music Bugs. Over 3 million children from 67 countries have taken part since it’s launch in 2013. For further information and to register for your free resources, please click here.
Music Bugs have today announced Little Baby Bum as the headline sponsor for World Nursery Rhyme Week 2019. World Nursery Rhyme Week which this year will take place from the 18th – 22nd of November promotes the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development. Little Baby Bum, part of Moonbug Entertainment, will provide video content for each of the 5 chosen rhymes for this year’s initiative. To access the press release, please click here.
Music Bugs Halesowen are providing free Music Bugs sessions throughout the day at the Himley Hall Under 5’s day. The event runs on Friday 28th June from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Further details about the event can be viewed on the organiser’s Facebook page here.
Music Bugs Stirling will be at the Dunblane Fling from 12-5pm down by the river on the drying green. Join Roslyn in the Children’s Yurt from 2.15pm – 3pm for a taster session. For further details contact Roslyn Dale at roslyn@musicbugs.co.uk or message Roslyn on Facebook here.
Music Bugs UK who are the founders and organisers of World Nursery Rhyme Week, will open registration for the initiative in June. The free resources made available to all participants will be provided by Mrs Mactivity and Piccolo Music who are the official partners for the initiative. A new website will be launched in June and further announcements will follow on their Facebook page here. For any questions about the initiative, please contact Kim Cunningham at: wnrw@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Edinburgh Central are launching two new classes at the Astoria Centre in Corstorphine. 11:00 a.m. Family Bugs (0 – 5 years) followed by Baby Bugs (0-crawling) at 12:00. Book 3 consecutive taster sessions for £18 or a one-off trial session for £7 here. If you have any questions about either class, please contact Catriona Mitchell at musicbugsedinburghcentral@musicbugs.co.uk or message Catriona on Facebook here.
Lynda-Jane Nelson, owner of Music Bugs North Down is recruiting for a P/T Class Leader to cover a period of maternity leave. For further details and a copy of the job specification, contact Lynda-Jane on Facebook here or email northdown@musicbugs.co.uk
The team at Music Bugs, the brand behind the award-winning network of preschool music classes and World Nursery Rhyme Week are delighted to announce they are now members of the Children’s Activity Association (CAA).
The CAA is the only not-for-profit, industry-led association to set and raise standards in all organised children’s activities across the UK. Set up by leading industry experts in 2015, the establishment of the CAA (a Community Interest Company) has revolutionised the children’s activities sector. Over 200,000 children a week now attend a CAA member activity.
To find out more about the Children’s Activity Association visit http://www.childrensactivitiesassociation.org
Kim recently joined the team taking over the Halesowen franchise from Emma Rhodes and has hit the ground running with a busy schedule of classes including some very popular monthly SEND sessions at Halesbury.
To discover more about Kim and her classes visit https://www.musicbugs.co.uk/halesowen/classes/
Welcome to the team Kim x
Music Bugs Salisbury and New Forest are launching the following new classes in Wilton and Tidworth from May. For further details and to book, email Grace at: grace@musicbugs.co.uk or message Grace on Facebook here.
Monday Holy Trinity Church Hall, Tidworth: 9:30 Family Bugs (0 – 5 years), 10:20 mini Bugs (6- 24 months), 11:10 Baby Bugs (starts 13th of May).
Tuesday Bob Blandford Hall, Wilton: 10:00 Family Bugs (0-5 years) and 10:50 Mini Bugs (6-24 months) (starts 7th of May).
Music Bugs Leeds are launching two new classes in Harrogate from the 8th of May. For further details and to book, email Vicky Bannister at: leeds@musicbugs.co.uk or message Vicky on Facebook here.
Wednesday Harrogate Gymnastic Club: 9:45 Family Bugs (0-5 years) and 10:45 Baby Bugs (0-crawling).
Music Bugs Edinburgh Central are launching the following new classes from Wednesday 24th of April. To book and for any questions, contact Catriona Mitchell at: edinburghcentral@musicbugs.co.uk or message Catriona on Facebook here.
Wednesday Bonnington, Wooden Toys Edinburgh: 2:00 Mini Bugs (6-24 months). Thursday Longstone, Simon Says Dance: 10:00 Family Bugs (0-5 years) and 11:00 Baby Bugs (0-crawling). Thursday Newington, Beetroot Sauvage: 12:45 Baby Bugs (0-crawling) Friday Davidson’s Mains: Turtledove Play Cafe: 9:30 Family Bugs (0-5 years) and 11:30 Baby Bugs (0-crawling).
Music Bugs North Lincolnshire are launching the following new classes from April. For further details and to book, contact Julie at: julie@musicbugs.co.uk or message Julie on Facebook here. Monday: Musilova Dance Studios, Brigg: 10:45 Mini Bugs (6-24 months) Friday: Bottesford Pavilion, Bottesford: 2:00 Family Bugs (0 -5 years)
Music Bugs Maidstone and West Kent are looking to recruit a part-time Class Leader to deliver classes in the Maidstone area. For further details, please message Amy Stevens on Facebook here or email amy@musicbugs.co.uk
Nominated across several categories, seven Music Bugs franchisees have been nominated in the Hoop 2019 Awards.
Music Bugs Brighton and Eastbourne: Kelly Haigh, finalist in 3 categories: ‘Best for Babies’, ‘Best for Toddlers’ and ‘Best for Music, Dance and Drama’.http://bit.ly/VOTEforKELLY
Music Bugs Glasgow North: Amy Glover, finalist in 3 categories: ‘Best for Babies’, ‘Best for Toddlers’ and ‘Best for Music, Dance and Drama’. http://bit.ly/VOTEforAMY
Music Bugs Liverpool: Debbie Connell, finalist in the ‘Best for Toddlers’ category. http://bit.ly/VOTEforDEBBIE
Music Bugs Oxford: Finalist in 2 categories: ‘Best for Toddlers’ and ‘Best for Music, Dance and Drama’.http://bit.ly/VOTEforLEEANNE
Music Bugs Sheffield: Claire Eaden, finalist in 3 categories: ‘Best for Babies’, ‘Best for Toddlers’ and ‘Best for Music, Dance and Drama’. http://bit.ly/VOTEforCLAIRE
Music Bugs Southampton: Leanne Verduyn, finalist in 3 categories: ‘Best for Babies’, ‘Best for Toddlers’ and ‘Best for Music, Dance and Drama’. http://bit.ly/VOTEforLEANNE
Music Bugs Warks and Northants: Lesley Johnson, finalist in 3 categories: ‘Best for Babies’, ‘Best for Toddlers’ and ‘Best for Music, Dance and Drama’. http://bit.ly/VOTEforLESLEY
Music Bugs, who are the founders and organisers of World Nursery Rhyme Week, have confirmed the 18th – 22nd November for the initiative in 2019. Focusing on the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development and education, the week-long event has encouraged Early Years settings and parents from around the world to take part since 2013. Further details will be released in the Spring of 2019.
Music Bugs Liverpool are looking for a P/T Class Leader to support the running of new classes in Crosby and planned classes for Widnes and the surrounding area. The role is for a late November start once training has been completed. For further details contact Debbie Connell via email at debbie@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Rutland are adding an additional Mini Bugs Class (0 – 2 years) to their schedule at Rutland Community Hub, Oakham. Launching on Friday 2nd November, the class starts at 2:30 and runs for 40 minutes. For further details and to book, please contact Louise Smith at rutland@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Southampton are launching a new Family Bugs class from Wednesday 7th November at the Church of the Ascension in Bitterne. Suitable for a mixed age group, the class will start at 11:00 and run for 40 minutes. For further details and to book, please contact Leanne Verduyn at southampton@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Norwich are launching two new classes at the Acle Recreation Ground from the 2nd of November. Family Bugs (mixed ages) starts at 9.45 followed by Baby Bugs (0 – crawling) at 10.40. Sessions run for 40 minutes and further details can be obtained by Michelle Bircham at norwich@musicbugs.co.uk
Full registration and free resources are now available for World Nursery Rhyme Week which takes place from the 19th – 23rd November. Now in its 6th year, the initiative which is organised by Music Bugs, promotes the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development and education. Visit the World Nursery Rhyme Week website to register and for further information.
Leanne Verduyn, owner of Music Bugs Southampton, has been nominated in the Hampshire Women’s Business Awards “Dream Big” category. The award will go to “A business owner who has nailed the big dream. In business for over two years, they can demonstrate growth, have repeatedly ventured outside their comfort zone, adapted to changes within the marketplace and have a sustainable business model for the future”.
To vote, please click here and select ‘Music Bugs Southampton.
Claire Eaden who owns Music Bugs Sheffield will be running free mini sessions at Wadsley Church on Saturday the 1st of September. The event, which has been organised by Trips With a Tot, seeks to raise funds for the Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity. Admission and activities are free. In addition to her sessions, Claire will also be offering a prize draw to win CD’s, counting mitts and taster sessions. For further details please click here.
Music Bugs have won the Loved By Parents Platinum award in the Best Baby/Toddler class category. The annual awards are one of the largest and most trusted parenting awards worldwide and categories are contested by major brands from around the world. Congratulations to all of our franchisees and class leaders for their outstanding win.
Music Bugs sessions will run throughout the Summer holiday in some areas. Suitable for babies, toddlers and preschoolers, you can access further details by contacting your local group below.
Music Bugs Aberdeenshire: Contact Jenna Thomson on Facebook here or email: jenna@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Barnsley: Contact Louise Read on Facebook here or email: barnsley@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Brighton and Eastbourne: Contact Kelly Haigh on Facebook here or email: kelly@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Darlington and Stockton: Contact Gillian Banks on Facebook here or email: gillian@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Doncaster: Contact Anna Murray on Facebook here or email: anna@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Fareham, Gosport and Portsmouth: Contact Yvette Donovan on Facebook here or email: yvette@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Glasgow North: Contact Amy Glover on Facebook here or email: glasgownorth@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Halesowen: Contact Emma Rhodes on Facebook here or email: emma@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Leeds: Contact Vicky Bannister on Facebook here or email: leeds@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Lincoln: Contact Charlie Bailie on Facebook here or email: lincoln@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Liverpool: Contact Debbie Connell on Facebook here or email: debbie@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Maidstone and West Kent: Contact Amy Stevens on Facebook here or email: amy@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Middlesbrough: Contact Melanie Bullivant on Facebook here or email: melanie@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Newcastle, Gateshead and Northumberland: Contact Heather Wiliamson on Facebook here or email: heather@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs North Down: Contact Lynda-Jane Nelson on Facebook here or email: northdown@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs North Lincs: Contact Julie Wilkins on Facebook here or email: julie@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Norwich: Contact Michelle Bircham on Facebook here or email: norwich@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Peterborough: Contact Nicky Picillo on Facebook here or email: peterborough@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Romford: Contact Sarah Cassidy on Facebook here or email: romford@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Rutland: Contact Louise Collins on Facebook here or email: rutland@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Salisbury and New Forest: Contact: Grace Henney on Facebook here or email: grace@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Shrewsbury, Telford and Stafford: Contact Tamsin Preece on Facebook here or email: shrewsbury@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Southampton: Contact Leanne Verduyn on Facebook here or email: southampton@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Stirling: Contact Roslyn Dale on Facebook here or email: roslyn@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Taunton: Contact Lianne Glover on Facebook here or email: lianne@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Verwood, Ringwood and Christchurch: Contact Jane Hobbs on Facebook here or email: jane@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Warks and Northants: Contact Lesley Johnson on Facebook here or email: lesley@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs franchisees are looking to recruit Class Leaders to support the running of busy classes in their respective areas.
The successful candidates will work with young children and local families delivering our award winning sensory, play-based music and singing classes for children aged newborn to 5 years.
For further details, please message your local franchisee through their Facebook page tagged below or via email:
Music Bugs Rotherham: Contact Emma Eggitt on Facebook here or email: rotherham@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs York, Wetherby and Ripon: Contact Lynne Keenan on Facebook here or email: york@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Middlesbrough: Contact Melanie Bullivant on Facebook here or email: melanie@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Fareham, Gosport and Portsmouth: Contact Yvette Donovan on Facebook here or email: yvette@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Rotherham are looking for a P/T Class Leader to join the team and support the running of classes in Kiveton, Dronfield and the surrounding area. Closing date for applications is Friday 8th June. For further details, please contact Emma Eggitt at: rotherham@musicbugs.co.uk
Two Music Bugs franchisees have been shortlisted for a ‘What’s On 4 Kids’ award. Nominated in the ‘Most Outstanding Activity Leader for the Under 5s’ category, the awards recognise individuals who provide innovative products and services for local families.
To vote for Amy Stevens at Music Bugs Maidstone and West Kent, select category 9 here.
To vote for Lesley Johnson at Music Bugs Warks and Northants, choose category 12 click here.
The winners will be announced at a ‘live’ ceremony at RBS in London on the 3rd October 2018
World Nursery Rhyme Week are delighted to announce they have partnered with Mrs Mactivity who will provide the printable resources for this years initiative. Mrs Mactivity develop unique learning resources for early years practitioners and parents and offer free resources and a paid for subscription option for their learning materials. Further details about the free resources for this years event will be announced shortly.
Amy Glover, who owns Music Bugs Glasgow North, has won the “Best for Mini Performers” category in the 2018 Hoop awards. Amy, along with her Class Leader Jules, provide classes in Milngavie, Lenzie, Scotstoun, Bishopbriggs and West End. Amy was also runner up in the “Best for Babies” category along with Lucy who owns Music Bugs Sheffield.
Parents and Early Years practitioners can now register their interest for World Nursery Rhyme Week 2018. Now in it’s 6th year, the initiative promotes the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development. Further details and the registration form can be accessed here.
Music Bugs are looking for a part-time Office Administrator to join their Head Office team in West Swindon. Further details about the role can be accessed here. The closing date for applications is Monday 23rd April.
Music Bugs Sheffield have reached the finalist stage in the Hoop award categories for ‘Best for Babies’ and ‘Best for Mini Performers’. Winners will be announced on Monday 16th April. To vote, please click here.
Music Bugs York, Wetherby and Ripon are looking to recruit a Class Leader to support the running of classes in Knaresborough and Wetherby. For further information about the vacancy, please contact Lynne Keenan at: york@musicbugs.co.uk or phone 0844-412-8166.
World Nursery Rhyme Week, an initiative organised by Music Bugs, have announced the 5 rhymes for their ‘Rhyme a Day Challenge’ which will take place from 19th – 23rd November. The rhymes selected for 2018 are:
Monday 19th November: Five Currant Buns
Tuesday 20th November: Humpty Dumpty
Wednesday 21st November: A Sailor Went To Sea
Thursday 22nd November: I’m A Little Teapot
Friday 23rd November: Round And Round The Garden
Registration for the initiative which promotes the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development and education will open late Spring. Further information about the event can be obtained from Kim Cunningham at: wnrw@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Southampton have raised over £300 for Tommy’s who undertake vital research into stillbirth, miscarriage and premature birth and provide support for parents to be. The money was raised via parent donations across 3 classes organised by Leanne Verduyn at St. Luke’s Church in Hedge End on Thursday 15th February. All money raised will be donated to Tommy’s.
World Nursery Rhyme Week, an initiative organised by Music Bugs will take place from 19th – 23rd November 2018. Now in its 6th year, the event celebrates the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development and education. Last year, over half a million children from 61 countries took part. Registration will be announced in the Spring. For further details, contact Kim Cunningham at: wnrw@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs are delighted to announce the winners of their annual awards programme. In recognition of their outstanding contribution, the winners are:
Franchisee Of The Year: Leanne Verduyn, Music Bugs Southampton, Emma Rhodes, Music Bugs Halesowen, Anna Murray, Music Bugs Doncaster, Emma Eggitt, Music Bugs Rotherham and Louise Collins, Music Bugs Rutland.
Best Newcomer: Tamsin Preece, Music Bugs Shrewsbury and Jenna Thomson, Music Bugs Aberdeenshire.
Special Recognition: Sarah Cassidy, Music Bugs Romford, Tina Platt, Music Bugs Bedford, Amy Glover, Music Bugs Glasgow North, Yvette Donovan, Music Bugs Fareham, Gosport and Portsmouth and Lesley Johnson, Music Bugs Warks and Northants.
Class Leader Of The Year: Ellie Bennett, Music Bugs Barnsley, Beccy Cunis, Music Bugs Leeds, Kathryn Paragreen, Music Bugs Milton Keynes, Jules Manson, Music Bugs Glasgow North and Sarah Stones, Music Bugs North Lincs.
Music Bugs are delighted to welcome 10 new franchisees to their network. Classes have now started in new territories and relaunched in existing areas. You can read further information about this story here.
Music Bugs Rutland are launching new classes at the Sports and Community Centre, Ketton from 4th September. Baby Bugs (0 – crawling) will start at 2 p.m. followed by Mini Bugs (0 – 2 years) at 3 p.m. For further details, please contact Louise Collins at: rutland@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Leeds are launching a new Family Bugs class (mixed ages) at Roundhay Children’s Centre from September. For further details, please contact Vicky Bannister at: leeds@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Glasgow North are launching two new classes from the 22nd August. Family Bugs (mixed ages) and Baby Bugs (newborn to walking) will run on Tuesday at Church of the Holy Name, Cumbernauld. For further details and to book, please email Amy Glover at: glasgownorth@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs North and West Wiltshire are launching several new classes from September. Baby Bugs (newborn – walking) and Family Bugs sessions (mixed ages) will start on Friday 8th September at Bowerhill Village Hall, Melksham. From Monday 11th September, Baby Bugs and Family Bugs classes will run at The Pounds Arts Centre in Corsham and also on a Monday at Paxcroft Mead Community Centre in Trowbridge. For further details, please contact Maria Kiff at: maria@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Peterborough are launching 2 new classes in Eastrea. Baby Bugs (0 – crawling) and Family Bugs (mixed ages) will start in September. For further details, please contact Nicky Picillo at: peterborough@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Leeds are launching 3 new classes in the Autumn. A Baby Bugs class (0 – crawling) on a Monday in Alwoodley and a Baby Bugs (0 – crawling) and Family Bugs class (mixed ages) at Shadwell on Tuesday’s. For further details, please contact Vicky Bannister at: leeds@musicbugs.co.uk
We are delighted to welcome Debbie Connell to the team who will be launching her Music Bugs classes in the Liverpool area in the Autumn. For further details, please contact Debbie at: debbie@musicbugs.co.uk
Twinkl, who provide teaching created planning and assessment tools are offering 2 Platinum subscriptions in a giveaway with World Nursery Rhyme Week. To enter, please click here.
Music Bugs are delighted to welcome Michelle Bircham to the team who will be launching new classes in the Norwich area from September. For further details, contact Music Bugs Norwich at: norwich@musicbugs.co.uk
Sarah Cassidy, owner of Music Bugs Romford has been nominated in 3 categories in this year’s Essex Mums awards. ‘Best Baby Group/Class’, ‘Best Toddler Group/Class’ and ‘Best Group/Class For Young Children’. Winners will be announced on the 5th September.
Music Bugs will be holding a Discovery Day on the 15th of July in Wiltshire. If you are interested in learning more about running your own Music Bugs classes, please contact Claire Bennett at: info@musicbugs.co.uk or phone o844-578-1010.
To learn more about our franchise opportunity and to request a copy of our prospectus, please click here.
Amy Glover, owner of Music Bugs Glasgow North has been nominated for an award in the ‘Whats On 4 Kids’ awards. Shortlisted for ‘Most Outstanding Activity Leader for the under 5’s’ (Northern Ireland and Scotland), votes can be cast until midday Monday 3rd July here. Congratulations to Amy for her nomination and good luck!
The 5 ‘Rhyme a Day’ challenge songs chosen for World Nursery Rhyme Week 2017 are:
“Bobby Shafto”, “Wind The Bobbin Up”, Lavenders Blue”, “Old King Cole” and “Hickory Dickory Dock”. Event participants will be able to “Register their Interest’ shortly.
World Nursery Rhyme Week is an initiative organised by Music Bugs and sponsored by Twinkl and Piccolo Music. The event celebrates the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development and education. Further details can be accessed here.
Music Bugs will be holding a Discovery Day on Friday 28th April and Saturday 13th May in Swindon, Wiltshire. If you are interested in learning more about running your own Music Bugs classes, please contact Claire Bennett at: info@musicbugs.co.uk
To learn more about our franchise opportunities and to request a copy of our prospectus, please click here.
P/T Class Leader vacancies are available with Music Bugs Milton Keynes and Music Bugs Maidstone and West Kent to support the running of busy existing classes and planned new classes. For further details please contact Michelle (Music Bugs Milton Keynes) at: michelle@musicbugs.co.uk and Amy (Music Bugs Maidstone and West Kent): amy@musicbugs.co.uk
World Nursery Rhyme Week will run from 13th – 17th November in 2017. Now in it’s 5th year, the event, organised by Music Bugs, celebrates the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development and education. Updates and plans for the event will be posted on Facebook and registration will open Spring 2017.
Music Bugs Middlesbrough will be taking part in a charity event and providing sessions and prize giveaways to raise money for the James Cook Neonatal Unit on Thursday 22nd December. Tickets have now sold out, but if your require further details, please contact Melanie Bullivant at: melanie@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Halesowen have been asked for the third year in a row to provide the Christmas party entertainment at Wolves Football Club for the Wolves FC Little Dribblers. For further details, please contact Emma at emma@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Fareham, Gosport and Portsmouth will be providing a free session at Starfish Nursery’s Winter Wonderland event on 3rd December. Open to the general public from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. all money raised will be donated to the Piam Brown Ward. For further details about the event, please contact the nursery on 01329-518-888.
World Nursery Rhyme Week, an annual initiative organised by Music Bugs, invited Early Years settings and parents to vote for their favourite nursery rhyme and ‘Twinkle Twinkle’ topped the poll. Further details about the survey and the ‘Top 5’ results can be accessed here.
World Nursery Rhyme Week, an initiative organised by Music Bugs, welcomed over 9,755 registrations to this year’s event which took place from 7th – 11th November. Over 600,000 children under the age of 7 took part in the week long event which celebrates the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development and education. Available to parents and Early Years settings, free resources were supplied by Twinkl and Piccolo Music who have sponsored the event since its launch in 2013. Little Baby Bum, who operate the number one education channel on YouTube also sponsored this years initiative. The event will run from the 13th – 17th November in 2017. For further details, please contact Kim Cunningham, Music Bugs Marketing and PR Manager at: pr@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Stirling are seeking to recruit Class Leaders to cover a period of maternity from January 2017. Full training will be provided including props, uniform and equipment. For further details contact Roslyn Dale at: roslyn@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs have opened registration for World Nursery Rhyme Week 2016. Now in it’s fourth year, the week long initiative celebrates the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development and education. Open to parents and Early Years practitioners, resources are provided free of charge by the events sponsors Twinkl and Piccolo Music. For further details and to register, please click here.
Music Bugs will be holding a Discovery Day on Saturday 28th November in Swindon. If you are interested in learning more about running your own Music Bugs classes, please contact Claire at: info@musicbugs.co.uk
To learn more about our franchise opportunities and to request a copy of our prospectus, please click here.
Music Bugs are delighted to announce that £37,937,79 was raised nationally in our Singathon event for Tommy’s. The week long event which took place in May, encouraged children and parents to be sponsored for singing songs from around the world in their local class. The money raised could fund a PhD student to work at one of Tommy’s 4 research centres for 2 years or a midwife for 12 months to recruit women to take part in clinical studies.
Claire Bennett, founder of Music Bugs said: “We are overwhelmed by the generosity of our parents and their children who participated in the event with great gusto and enthusiasm. I would also like to extend a special thank you to our wonderful franchisees and Class Leaders who worked so hard during that week to make the event a success for everybody. It was an absolutely fantastic effort all round for such an important charity”.
Music Bugs Sheffield are launching new classes shortly and bookings to register your interest are being taken now. For further details, contact Lucy Brown at: lucy@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Taunton are launching new classes after the Summer holiday and bookings to register interest for September sessions are being taken now. Contact Lianne Glover at: lianne@musicbugs.co.uk for further details and to book.
Music Bugs Bedford are launching classes week commencing 12th September in Bedford, Kempston, Shortstown, Stewartby and Olney. Bookings are being taken now for all sessions and the full class schedule can be accessed here. Fur further information and to book, contact Tina Platt at: tina@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Norwich are launching classes in Norwich, Poringland, Loddon and Costessey very soon. Further details about launch dates can be obtained from Barbara Harper at norwich@musicbugs.co.uk
The Music Bugs Singathon which took place from the 9th – 13th May has so far raised £34,545 for Tommy’s. Children were sponsored to sing songs from ‘Around the World’ in class and additional money was raised via bake sales, and raffle prizes donated by local businesses. Further donation updates will be released later in June.
Parents and Early Years practitioners can now ‘Register their interest’ for World Nursery Rhyme Week which runs from the 7th – 11th November 2016. The initiative, now in it’s 4th year, is organised by Music Bugs.
Free downloadable resources provided by our sponsors twinkl and Piccolo Music will be made available mid September. To register your interest for the event, please click here.
Please direct media enquiries to Kim Cunningham at: pr@musicbugs.co.uk
The Music Bugs and Tommy’s Singathon which was held in Music Bugs classes from 9th – 13th May has so far raised £22,3313 in donations. Details of the final total, which will include offline fundraising, will be released late July. Children were sponsored to sing songs from ‘Around the World’ in class and additional money was raised via bake sales, and raffle prizes donated by local businesses. Will Young selected the winners of a raffle held in Doncaster by Andrew Kelly Photography.
Music Bugs and Tommy’s release a video to promote their Singathon event which starts week commencing 9th May 2016. You can access the video here.
The Music Bugs and Tommy’s Singathon which takes places UK wide in Music Bugs classes from 9th – 13th May has already raised in excess of £5,000. The Singathon event seeks to raise money to support Tommy’s important research into a range of pregnancy problems and provide information and support for parents to-be. Children are encouraged to get sponsored and sing songs from ‘Around the World’ in their regular Music Bugs class. For further information and to get involved, please click here.
The next Music Bugs Discovery Day will take place in Swindon on Saturday 30th April. If you are interested in learning more about the franchise opportunities available at Music Bugs, please contact Claire at: info@musicbugs.co.uk for further details. To learn more about franchise opportunities with Music Bugs and to request a copy of our prospectus, please click here.
Music Bugs are delighted to partner with Tommy’s this year for an ‘Around the World’ Singathon which will take place in all of our classes from 9th – 13th May.
Why we are supporting Tommy’s. Singathon will raise money to help fund Tommy’s research into the causes and prevention of miscarriage, stillbirth and premature birth. We’re hoping to raise £40,000 for Tommy’s lifesaving projects and would really appreciate your support. You can watch a short video about Tommy’s work here.
How you can get involved. We would like to encourage children are sponsored to complete the Singathon – please click here to start fundraising. We have lots of exciting activities planned for our classes, so please keep an eye on the Facebook page of your local group for further details. You can access your local groups webpage and social media links here.
To view the Music Bugs press release about the event, please click here
Music Bugs Fareham, Gosport and Portsmouth are looking to recruit a new P/T Class Leader to join the team to support the running of busy classes. For further details, please email Yvette at: yvette@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Rutland classes will launch in Uppingham, Oadby, Cottesmore and Oakham week commencing 11th April. To book and for further details, please contact Louise at: rutland@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Glasgow North are launching 7 new classes week commencing 18th April in Scotstoun. West End and Bishopbriggs. To book, and for further details, email Amy Glover at: glasgownorth@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Barnsley are looking for a part-time Class Leader to cover maternity leave with the possibility of the contract becoming permanent. For further details, please contact Louise Read at: barnsley@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs would like to extend a very warm welcome to Nicky Picillo who has taken over the Music Bugs Peterborough franchise and will assume responsibility for the running of classes soon. For details of classes running in Peterborough and the surrounding area, please contact Nicky at: peterborough@musicbugs.co.uk
We are delighted to announce that Louise Collins has joined Music Bugs and will launch classes in Rutland and Leicestershire. Classes will launch in Uppingham very soon with additional classes to be announced at a later date. For further details and to book, email Louise at rutland@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs are delighted to welcome Amy Glover to the team. Amy will be launching classes in North and West Glasgow very soon and a waiting list for class bookings is now open. For further details , email Amy at: glasgownorth@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Swindon are looking for a Part-Time Class Leader to support the running of busy classes in the local area. We are looking for an outgoing, creative, reliable and professional person to work with young children and local families delivering our interactive, play-based and sensory preschool music classes for children aged 0-5.
The successful applicant will run classes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. The position is available for an immediate start. Full training will be provided, including uniform, props and equipment. Applicants must be able to sing in tune, have gallons of confidence, drive and have access to a car. For further details and an informal chat, please contact Nicky Dunn at nicky@musicbugs.co.uk
Our next Discovery Day will take place in Wiltshire on Friday 8th January. This is an opportunity to learn more about Music Bugs, our franchise opportunity and for you to meet the team. If you would like to attend future Discovery Day events, please contact Head Office at: info@musicbugs.co.uk or phone 0844-578-1010. To obtain a copy of our prospectus, please click here.
Music Bugs Northants are looking to recruit a part-time Class Leader to cover maternity leave with the possibility of the contract becoming permanent. Hours are part-time during the school term with the possibility of extra classes, birthday parties and sessions in Nurseries. Full training will be provided, including uniform, props and equipment. Salary will be £11. per class (includes holiday pay), plus extra for a small amount of admin work. For an informal chat and further details, contact Fiona Bayliss at: fiona@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Salisbury, Bournemouth and New Forest, will be collecting food items in their classes for the Trussell Trust from the 30th November – 4th December. This is the 3rd year in a row that Jayne Roderick, her Class Leaders and parents have collected food items and treats for families in need over the Christmas period. If you wish to donate to this collection, please email Jayne at: jayne@musicbugs.co.uk
Our next Discovery Day will take place in Wiltshire on Wednesday 2nd December 2015. This is your opportunity to learn more about Music Bugs, our franchise opportunity and for you to meet the team. If you would like to attend, please contact Head Office at: info@musicbugs.co.uk or phone 0844-578-1010. To obtain a copy of our prospectus, please click here.
World Nursery Rhyme Week, an initiative organised by Music Bugs, has received over 8,000 registrations for the event which starts on Monday 9th November. Aimed at parents and Early Years settings, the week long initiative celebrates the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development. For further information and to register and access the free resources, please click here
Music Bugs are delighted to announce that we are finalists in the ‘Best Franchise Awards 2015’ (under £25k investment category). Following a presentation to a panel of franchise industry experts in London, the winner will be announced at the Smith and Henderson annual Franchise Conference in Milton Keynes on the 26th November.
Music Bugs have opened registration for World Nursery Rhyme Week 2015. Now in its third year, the week long initiative celebrates the importance of nursery rhymes in early years development. Open to parents and Early Years practitioners, resources are provided free of charge and can be accessed by registering here.
Music Bugs are delighted to welcome Dominique Neil to the team. Dominique will be launching classes later in the year in Andover, Winchester, Basingstoke and Newbury. For further details and to register your interest, email Dominique at: andover@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs have been awarded Gold in the ‘Best Baby, Toddler Class‘ category at the recent Loved By Parents awards. Further details about the award win can be accessed here.
Kelly Haigh, who owns Music Bugs Brighton and Eastbourne has been shortlisted in the KalliKids awards 2015. Nominated for ‘Best Preschool Music Activity‘, the awards recognise the best children’s activities and services around the UK. To vote for Kelly, please click here.
Music Bugs have been shortlisted in the ‘Best Baby/Toddler Class‘ award category organised by Loved By Parents. Sponsored by Mothercare, Diono, Heinz Baby and iCandy, the awards seek to find the best products and services aimed at parents across a variety of categories. Now in it’s 5th year, Music Bugs were awarded Silver in 2014. To vote for Music Bugs, please click here . Voting closes on 10th July and winners will be announced on the 15th July 2015.
Music Bugs are delighted to announce that Sarah Cassidy, Music Bugs Romford and Luisa Bediako, Music Bugs Brentwood have been shortlisted for 5 awards with the online parenting website Essex Mums. Sarah and Luisa have been shortlisted in the following categories:
1. Best Baby Group/Class 2. Best Toddler Group/Class 3. Best Group/Class for young children 4. Best Group/Class for older children 5. Best New Group/Class.
To vote for Music Bugs, please click here . Thank you!
Music Bugs are delighted to announce that classes have recently launched in Stirling and Dunblane with further sessions due to launch in the surrounding area. For further details, contact Roslyn Hogg at roslyn@musicbugs.co.uk
If the idea of running your own Music Bugs classes sounds like the job you have been looking for, we would like to hear from you. Our next Discovery Days are scheduled for the 16th May and 27th June in Wiltshire. Our informal meetings provide a good opportunity to learn more about our business, meet members of the team and explore the Music Bugs franchise opportunity in more detail. For further details, please contact Head Office at: info@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs Salisbury have recruited two new team members to support an increase in demand for their classes in the local area. Owner Jayne Roderick said, ‘I am delighted to welcome Grace and Jane as new Class Leaders to Music Bugs. As well as supporting the running of existing classes, both ladies will be launching new classes in Tidworth and Ringwood over the coming months’. Jayne Roderick, a former Primary School teacher and owner of Music Bugs Salisbury launched her business in July 2012. Classes presently run in Salisbury, Christchurch, Fordingbridge, Verwood, Amesbury, and Whiteparish. Further classes will be rolled out across Salisbury and the New Forest later in the year.
Music Bugs Brighton and Eastbourne will be participating in the KalliKids Sponsored Child initiative which provides free activity places for UK children. You can read more about the initiative here or contact Kelly Haigh, Music Bugs Brighton : kelly@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs are looking for passionate, creative and ambitious franchisees to launch our award winning classes around the UK. You will receive one of the most generous start-up kits of instruments, props and marketing support in the industry and have the backing of Head Office and our amazing team of franchisees. This is a flexible business opportunity that fits in well with family commitments and no previous experience is necessary as full training and ongoing support will be provided.
We are very proud of our reputation in the franchising industry with several prestigious awards to our name including ‘Best Mid-Size Franchisor‘ (finalist), ‘Best Marketing and Support’ (finalist) and the ‘5 Star Franchisee Satisfaction Award‘ awarded in 2013 and 2014.
All new franchisees who join us in 2015 will receive £1,000 towards initial marketing and advertising costs to ensure that your business stays well ahead of the competition.
Our next Discovery Day is scheduled in Wiltshire on 7th March. For further information about our franchise opportunities and forthcoming Discovery Day, email sandy@musicbugs.co.uk or visit our Business Opportunities page for details.
We are currently recruiting for the following positions. If you are confident with a good singing voice and looking for a part-time job with flexible working hours, please contact your local franchisee below for further details. Previous experience is not required as full training will be provided (driving licence and access to a car are required for these roles).
Music Bugs Rugby and Northants Contact Fiona at: fiona@musicbugs.co.uk To cover classes in Rugby and Daventry.
Music Bugs Salisbury, Bournemouth and New Forest Contact Jayne at: jayne@musicbugs.co.uk
Music Bugs, who provide preschool music and singing classes around the UK and who organise World Nursery Rhyme Week, have confirmed the date for next year’s event. Running from the 9th – 13th November, World Nursery Rhyme Week is open to parents and all Early Years practitioners of children under the age of 7. For further details and to register your interest for 2015, click here. For sponsorship opportunities and additional information about the event, email Kim Cunningham at pr@musicbugs.co.uk
The Hilton Hotel Swindon will host the next Music Bugs Discovery Day on Saturday 22nd November 2014. Our Discovery Days provide a great opportunity to learn more about our company, meet the team and explore the Music Bugs franchise opportunity in more detail. To attend our Discovery Day in November, please contact Head Office at: info@musicbugs.co.uk and we will send you an application form and further details.
Music Bugs are pleased to announce that registration for World Nursery Rhyme Week is now open. The initiative, which is organised by Music Bugs, celebrates the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development. Once registered, participants will be invited to download the free resources provided by Piccolo Music and Twinkl. To learn more about the event, please click here
Music Bugs are delighted to announce they are recipients of a Silver and Bronze award in the recent Loved By Parents awards. Silver was awarded in the ‘Best Baby and Toddler Class’ category with a Bronze award for their CD. The awards, run annually, attracted hundreds of entries from around the world. To view a list of the category winners, please click here
Music Bugs presently have Class Leader vacancies to support busy classes in S E Wales, Northampton/Rugby, Southampton and Milton Keynes/Brackley. If you are confident, with a good singing voice and looking for a part-time job,, we would like to hear from you. No previous experience is necessary as full training will be provided. Click the links and contact your local franchisee for further details.
Music Bugs have been shortlisted for 2 awards in the 2014 Loved By Parents awards. Nominated for Best Baby and Toddler Class (Special Awards) and Best Baby Keepsake for the Music Bugs Five Bouncy Bunnies CD, voting closes on 29th June. To vote for Music Bugs, you can access the voting form here
Music Bugs would like to extend a warm welcome to Lindsey Cooper and Sarah Cassidy who have recently joined the team. Lindsey will be launching classes in Liverpool with Sarah’s classes due to roll out in Romford and the surrounding area. Details on class launch dates will be announced soon on the Music Bugs Facebook page. Lindsey and Sarah join 3 other new franchisees who have joined Music Bugs in 2014. For further details about the Music Bugs franchise opportunity, please click here
Parents and children who attend Music Bugs Salisbury and Amesbury classes, have donated 50 Easter Eggs to local charity Lucy’s Days Out. The campaign was organised to collect Easter Eggs for children at the Sarum Ward, Salisbury District Hospital.
Jayne Roderick who runs Music Bugs Salisbury and Amesbury classes said, ‘Our parents have once again been very generous with their donations for Lucy’s Days Out who are a fantastic local charity who work incredibly hard to provide support and memorable days out for families coming to terms with cancer and other life-limiting illnesses. The children took part in some special themed sessions and were encouraged to attend in fancy dress and bring a teddy or bunny to dance with. We had a fantastic time with the children and parents and would like to thank everybody who took part for their support and donations’.
We are delighted to welcome Yvette Donovan and Luisa Bediako to our team of franchisees. Music Bugs Portsmouth will be launched by Yvette with classes starting in Fareham on 23rd April and Lee On The Solent from 28th April. Music Bugs Brentwood classes will be introduced by Luisa who also covers the Billericay, Thurrock and Basildon areas.
We are delighted to announce that we have won a Silver award with Mumpreneur UK for our website. Rated by online industry professionals using criteria set by Mumpreneur UK, the award follows a major revamp of the Music Bugs website in 2013.
Music Bugs are delighted to announce that they have won the ‘5 Star Franchise Satisfaction’ award at the recent ‘Best Franchise Awards’ organised by Smith and Henderson. The award is given to franchisors who receive above average feedback following a confidential survey of franchisees. Music Bugs franchisees were invited to rate the business and their experiences as a franchisee across 5 key areas: Training and Support, Franchise System, Franchisee Relations, Leadership and General Satisfaction. Further information about franchise opportunities with Music Bugs can be accessed here.
The British Franchise Association (bfa) have published results of its annual franchise survey, in association with NatWest. 2013 was a successful year for franchising, with over half a million people, including Music Bugs, working in the franchise sector. Further findings from the survey can be read here
The date for new Music Bugs classes launching in Middlesbrough have been confirmed. Melanie Bullivant’s classes start on Monday 13th January at the Neptune Centre at 10.15 a.m. (Baby Bugs – Newborn – crawling) and 11.15 a.m. (Family Bugs – mixed age group). Contact melanie@musicbugs.co.uk for further details and to reserve a space. Further classes are planned in early 2014 for Billingham, Sherburn and Wheatley Hill.
Music Bugs, who organise the event have confirmed that National Nursery Rhyme Week will return on 10th – 14th November 2014. Open to parents, Early Years settings and anybody who works with children under the age of 5, National Nursery Rhyme Week celebrates the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development. Participation and resources are provided free of charge and the event, the first of it’s kind in the UK, received over 6,000 registrations in 2013 from Early Years settings, practitioners and parents from 31 countries. For further information about the event, click here. To receive notification when registration for the event is ‘live’, email: nnrwreg@musicbugs.co.uk
New franchisee, Melanie Bullivant will be launching Music Bugs classes week commencing 13th January in Middlesbrough and the surrounding area. For further details and venue information, please click here
Over 5,000 early years settings and parents have registered for National Nursery Rhyme Week which aims to celebrate the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development. The closing date for registration is Thursday 31st October. To read a recent press release about the event, please click here
Congratulations to the following franchisees who recently won an award at the Music Bugs Annual meeting in Derby.
Anna Murray (Doncaster) – Franchisee of the Year (Northern Region)
Emma Rhodes (Halesowen) – Franchisee of the Year (Central Region)
Jayne Roderick (Salisbury and New Forest) – Franchisee of the Year ( Southern Region)
Sarah Parkinson (South Lincolnshire) – Outstanding Contribution Award
Louise Riddell (Sunderland) – Networking and Marketing Award
Heather Williamson (Newcastle) – Parents Award
Maria Kiff (Chippenham) – Best Newcomer Award
Read our interview with Elite Business Magazine who wanted to know how we got started, why we franchised the business and what’s next for Music Bugs.
New research reveals that more and more women are setting up their own businesses. Greater autonomy, work-life balance and flexibility being the key drivers. Read a synopsis of the report here and visit our Business Opportunities page to discover how we can inspire future female entrepreneurs.
More than 2.2 million working mothers are now the primary ‘breadwinners’ in their household, a new report reveals and flexible working is on the increase. To view details about our flexible job opportunities, click here.
Having welcomed 7 new franchisees to our team in the first half of this year, this survey looks at why more women are choosing to run their own franchise business. You can access the survey here
In association with Music Bugs, the recent What’s On 4 Little Ones Royal baby survey revealed some interesting results from parents who were asked to share their own views and personal experiences on parenthood. The survey revealed that baby activity classes, such as music and rhyme top the list, with over 70% of new mums enjoying these classes with their children. You can access the full survey results here.
We are delighted to welcome Chaemil Goodfellow, Gillian Banks, Stacey Blank, Kelly Haigh and Maria Kiff to the Music Bugs team. Maria (Chippenham) and Gillian (Darlington) have taken over established businesses and are joined by Stacey (South Manchester), Kelly (Eastbourne and Brighton) and Chaemil (Barnet) who are launching classes in new areas.
We are delighted to welcome Vicky Bannister (Leeds) and Helen Farr (Newport) to the team. Vicky and Helen have recently taken over established territories and we would like to extend a warm Music Bugs welcome to the team.
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