Does politics have a place at music festivals?

This week’s VoteTopic:

• Can music help you express yourself?
• Should musicians be political?
• Does politics belong at festivals?

From Primary to College, this week’s resources explore music, artistic expression, and the messages we hear on stage and off. Alongside these, schools can also access a set of assemblies on fake news and misinformation, tailored for both Primary and Secondary settings.

What’s in the lessons?

Primary (5–9): Can music help you express yourself?

Pupils explore how music can support them with emotional literacy and self-regulation. They discuss whether it is a helpful tool for them personally.

Primary (9–11): Should musicians be political?

Learners consider whether musicians should share their political views or keep them for their private lives.

Secondary (11–16): Does politics have a place at music festivals?

Students look at real examples from Glastonbury and reflect on the role of activism at festivals.

College (16+): Politics, protests & public platforms

Learners consider who should have a say in festival lineups and whether they expect politics to be part of their live music experience.

Assembly focus (Primary & Secondary)

Fake news & misinformation – What is it and how can we question what we see?