GMBD Music Hub Singing Challenge 2026

Out of the Ark Music are delighted to be working in partnership with the Greater Manchester and Blackburn with Darwen Music Hub to support the 2026 Singing Challenge. During the 2026 summer term we are ensuring that every school in the region has access to Sparkyard, our primary-school-singing streaming service, so that everyone can learn Go To The Park for the big event.

How do I get started?

If your school already subscribes to Sparkyard:

• Simply log in to your Sparkyard account.
• Use the search bar to find Go To The Park and start singing!

If your school does not have a Sparkyard subscription:

1. Claim your free, four-month subscription:
   • Click here to get started!
   • Complete the sign-up process using your school’s details. NB: You will be quoted the price for a 12-month subscription. Please don’t worry - you will not be paying anything!
   • Enter your promotion code in the promotion code box during the checkout process when prompted: GMBDCHALLENGE
     
2. Add payment details:
   • You are required to add payment details during the checkout process, but no money will be taken.
3. Set up your account:
   • Follow the on-screen steps to activate your free subscription.
   • You’ll have full access to Sparkyard, including Go To The Park and hundreds of other songs and resources.
4. Share with your staff:
   • Invite other teachers at your school to join your Sparkyard organisation so everyone can get involved. Here’s how! (log in to view this guide)
5. Start learning and singing!
   • Sing songs, explore assemblies, find out about our music curriculum, and much, much more! Oh - and don’t forget to prepare for the Greater Manchester and Blackburn with Darwen Singing Challenge too!

Important:
If you get a notification that says someone else in your school already administrates your Out of the Ark account, please ask them to sign up for your free subscription, or give us a call on 020 8481 7200.

Need help?
If you have any questions about the Singing Challenge, please contact your local Music Service. For technical support with accessing your free subscription, please call 020 8481 7200 or email support@outoftheark.com.

*Free subscription is only available for schools without a currently active subscription.

 

Terms & Condtions

• Your exclusive code can be used from 16 March until 20 June 2026 and will give your school a free subscription lasting four months from the date applied.
• To claim your discount, you will need to click the Add promotion code button when prompted and enter the code GMBDCHALLENGE when you purchase a Sparkyard subscription via the link above, or via www.sparkyard.com.
• If you are an existing Sparkyard trial user you can use the discount code against a new subscription up until 20 June 2026.
• This offer is only available for customers who are taking out new Sparkyard subscriptions.
• This offer is only available for state-funded schools in the Greater Manchester and Blackburn with Darwen area.
• Your free subscription will last four months. After which, your subscription will automatically expire.*
• No cash alternative to the discount will be offered.
• The discount is not transferable.

*All schools in the Greater Manchester and Blackburn with Darwen area can take advantage of a 30% discount on a subscription to Sparkyard after this offer ends. Simply purchase again, and use the code GMAN252630, valid until 30 September 2026. Contact your local Music Service for more information or for a new discount code during 26/27 academic year.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sparkyard