Musical Development For Children
Incorporating music and movement into the daily routines and learning experiences of toddlers offers a myriad of benefits for their early years' development.
Singing soothes our settling babies, instruments from around the world teaches our toddlers about different cultures and our preschool perform Epping’s best nativity!
About Milli
The power and universality of music is something that isn’t replicable with much. It has been present in my life since birth and has helped me overcome everything that has been thrown my way. From language acquisition to calming nerves, from creativity to expression- there is nothing in my life that hasn’t been ameliorated with music. Now it’s my turn to share the gift.
With around 15 years of experience, a few instruments and vocals- I am loving imparting my knowledge onto our little ones.
Benefits of learning with music
Singing soothes our settling babies, instruments from around the world teaches our toddlers about different cultures and our preschool perform Epping’s best nativity!
​We exemplify performance with our guitars, ukuleles and digital piano- we join in and get our very own turns. I believe music is an essential extra-curricular within nurseries- there are so many benefits I witness on a daily basis. Our attention improves, our ambition grows and our little minds become inspired.
How Music Helps With Learning Skills
Music With Milli
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FAQ Children Learning with Music
1. What happens during a Music with Milli session?
Each room in the nursery takes part in a 30-minute Music with Milli session every day. During the sessions, Milli plays live instruments including the piano, guitar, and ukulele, alongside singing familiar nursery rhymes, action songs, movement activities, and sensory musical play designed for children aged 0–5.
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Hearing and experiencing live music is especially beneficial for young children. Listening to real instruments helps develop listening skills, sound recognition, and attention, as children learn to notice changes in pitch, rhythm, and tempo. Babies enjoy the soothing sounds and rhythm, while toddlers and preschool children begin to join in with actions, copy rhythms, sing along, and explore instruments themselves.
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2. How does music support my child’s brain development?
Music stimulates multiple areas of the brain at once, including those responsible for language, memory, coordination, and emotional development. When children sing nursery rhymes, clap rhythms, and follow actions, they are strengthening neural pathways that support early learning, listening skills, and problem-solving. Regular musical experiences help build strong foundations for future learning.
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3. How do nursery rhymes and action songs help my child learn?
Nursery rhymes are a powerful learning tool for young children. The repetition, rhythm, and rhyme patterns help children recognise sounds and words, which supports early speech and language development. Action songs also encourage children to follow instructions, copy movements, and develop coordination, helping to strengthen both physical and cognitive skills.
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4. Do all children in the nursery take part in Music with Milli?
Yes. Every room from babies to preschool receives a 30-minute Music with Milli session each day. Milli performs the sessions using live instruments such as the piano, guitar, and ukulele, allowing children to experience real music rather than just recorded songs.
Exposure to live instruments helps children develop musical awareness, listening concentration, and curiosity about sound. Seeing instruments played in front of them also encourages children to engage more actively with music, helping build confidence, creativity, and early musical understanding.
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5. What impact do these daily music sessions have on children?
Daily music sessions help children develop confidence, communication, coordination, and creativity. Over time, children become more engaged in group activities, begin to recognise and join in with songs, and develop stronger listening and attention skills. Music also creates a positive, joyful environment that supports social interaction, emotional wellbeing, and a love of learning.