Our Samba Drumming workshops immerse children in the vibrant rhythms of Latin American culture, starting with an energetic assembly to captivate their interest. Children will play various traditional instruments, learning to create the exhilarating sounds of samba.
We can then conclude the day with a dynamic performance showcasing their new skills to parents or the rest of the school.
Who is it for?
At Primary Workshops for Schools, we can work with up to 8 classes of 30 children each, allowing them to form their own samba band and experience the rhythms of Brazil’s famous carnival festivals.
Children will play various traditional instruments, learning to create the exhilarating sounds of samba.
We can then conclude the day with a dynamic performance showcasing their new skills to parents or the rest of the school.
What makes our Samba Drumming Workshop unique?
Samba Drumming isn’t just about making noise. It’s about making music together. Our workshop is designed to be fully interactive from the moment it starts. Children form their own samba groups and learn how to layer rhythms using a variety of percussion instruments. With clear structure and expert guidance, they go from complete beginners to confident performers all in one school day.
No prior experience is needed, and children of all abilities can take part. Our Samba Drumming workshops offer an inclusive, energising experience that brings music to life through action.
The value of Samba Drumming in schools
This workshop does more than entertain. It builds valuable skills. Children can sharpen their sense of timing, improve co–ordination, and learn to listen and respond in a group setting.
Working together to create a unified sound demands focus, communication, and discipline, but it’s wrapped in fun, which makes it all the more effective.
The structure of samba gives children a hands-on introduction to rhythm patterns, repetition, call and response, and ensemble playing.
Everything they learn supports National Curriculum outcomes in music and helps bring abstract concepts to life in a practical way. The physical and social aspects of drumming also align well with PSHE goals, offering cross-curricular value in a single workshop.
How it works
Group size
We can work with up to 30 children in a session and deliver 6 sessions, stretching to 8 if required.
Costumes
The workshop can then end with a performance from the children. This allows the children to demonstrate their new skills and develop confidence.
How our Samba Drumming Workshop can help
For Children
Our Samba Drumming workshops for schools provide children with a rare chance to experience music physically and collaboratively.
They’re up, active, and fully involved. Many find their confidence grows as they try something new, especially when they get to be part of a team working toward a shared performance.
It’s particularly powerful for children who respond well to hands-on learning or who struggle to engage with more traditional classroom formats.
For Schools
Samba Drumming fits seamlessly into your teaching day. Our workshop is structured to support the National Curriculum while delivering benefits in areas such as behaviour, wellbeing, and group dynamics. It is also perfect for your school’s Cultural Week, International Day, and Arts Week or as a special reward.
Please note: EYFS taken from EYFS Framework. KS1/KS2 taken from National Curriculum Framework.
- Communication
- Language development
- Physical development
- Personal, social & emotional development
- Expressive arts
- Playing instruments
- Experiment with sound
- Combine sounds
- Co-ordination
- Control
- Expression
- Attention to detail
- Performing traditional music
- Flexibility
- Control
- Improvisation
- Performing traditional music
Our Artists
Our team brings a blend of professionalism, experience, and enthusiasm. Each Samba Drumming workshop is led by a professional musician with the ability to manage large groups with ease. All facilitators are enhanced DBS-checked and accustomed to working in school environments, so you can trust they’ll deliver a safe, structured, and inspiring experience for the children.
Enjoy customised experiences
Every school is different, and we build our Samba Drumming workshops with flexibility in mind. We can tailor the Samba Drumming experience to suit your year groups, schedule, or special topics.
Whether you need it pitched at Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, or a mix of both (or the whole school), we adjust the content and pace accordingly. We can fit around assemblies, lunch breaks, or your school day.
Need a single-session version? A multi-day programme? Or something that pairs perfectly with our South American Dance Workshop? We’ll help you build the day you need. The only thing that doesn’t change is the quality of the experience.
Why choose Primary Workshops for Schools?
At Primary Workshops for Schools, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s most trusted providers of in-school workshops.
Proven reach
We’ve worked with over 2.5 million children across the UK. Our experience shows in every session we deliver — organised, effective, and consistently impactful for both children and staff.
High satisfaction rating
With a 98.2% satisfaction rate, schools return to us year after year. Teachers praise our Samba Drumming workshops for schools for their structure, engagement, and the way children respond so positively to the experience.
Curriculum-led content
Every workshop is designed to support the National Curriculum. From music skills to teamwork and focus, we build real learning into every session in a way that feels natural and exciting.
Fully vetted facilitators
All our workshop leaders are enhanced DBS-checked and trained to work in educational settings. You can count on them for professionalism, safety, and strong classroom presence.
Bring the energetic beats of Samba to your school today!
Whether you’re planning something for Arts Week, looking for an end-of-term reward, or just want to try something different, we at Primary Workshops for Schools are ready to deliver. Let’s bring the rhythm of samba to your school today. Get in touch with us to check availability, ask questions, or reserve your preferred date.
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