Teacher Piano Planners
Every student, every lesson, one term.
All in one place.
Tested in real studios for a full term by 22 piano teachers before it went on sale
Before this planner existed, my lesson notes lived in an A4 Pukka pad. Two pages per student, marked by Post It notes poking out of the top. Lesson dates and topic headings written out by hand every term.
And then, at the back, a collection of random pages holding everything else:
Tasks I needed to remember for this student or that one
Christmas pieces chosen for the virtual recital
Parent requests for a chat about XYZ
Exam planning (always needed more structure for this one!)
Who had opted in for the music festival
Whenever I needed any of it, I was flipping back and forth through pages, getting flustered, and often not finding what I needed quickly enough. Sometimes not at all.
It worked, but not well. I wanted something better, so I built it.
What’s Inside
Every student gets their own dedicated section, found in seconds using the numbered thumb index printed down the page edge. No sticky tabs to buy, no labels to make (unless you want to of course!)
In each student section:
Lesson notes for up to 15 lessons, tracking attendance, pieces, scales, arpeggios, theory and sight reading
Two scale and arpeggio trackers covering every major and minor key, including natural, harmonic and melodic minors
A full-page observations log for anything needing extra attention
A record of their current music books, including anything out on loan
Around that sits the rest of your term:
A customisable termly calendar with a tick box for each week
A weekly timetable to suit whatever lesson lengths you teach
Four sides of tasks and admin which can be linked to a student
A parent contact log
Recital planning pages covering venue, running order and ticket logistics
Exam preparation pages with space for student pieces and technical exercise choices, for up to 14 candidates
Plus a free downloadable extras pack covering festival preparation and trial lessons, so you print only what you need, when you need it.
What the Beta Testers Said
“This teacher planner is excellent. It’s well laid out, making it easy to organise lessons, schedules and important notes. The quality is very good, with sturdy pages and a durable cover that should last throughout the school year.”
“Running a successful piano studio is highly dependent on teachers being organised and able to record all aspects of students’ learning. This planner gives teachers peace of mind that everything has been covered.”
“The Teacher Planner made me feel so much more organised by having everything I need to remember about individual students, exam booking dates, important events and tasks all in one place. The size is great, it’s small enough to sit neatly on the piano where it is always to hand, yet big enough to capture everything. No more wasted time in lessons flipping back through a notebook trying to check what we covered last lesson.”
“It’s helped massively with memory because there is so much I’d forget if I didn’t write it down.”
“The scale and arpeggio trackers are a brilliant overview at a glance.”
“It’s so welcome to have a space that’s dedicated to each student. This makes planning so much easier.”
Who this is for
It's likely to suit you if:
You want everything about your teaching term in one place
You spend too long setting up lesson notes each term
Important things live on random pages: recital opt-ins, exam queries, parent requests
You'd value glancing at last week's notes in seconds, mid-lesson
You’d like to keep a running log of pentascales/ scales and arpeggios learned by each student
You teach across more than one location and would benefit from a dedicated planner for each
It may not be the right fit if:
You've already got a digital system that works well for you
One of the most experienced testers put it well:
“For new teachers and teachers who are not happy with their existing process, I would highly recommend it.”
Choose The Planner That Suits Your Studio
Both cover one full UK term. Both have the numbered thumb index, and both come with the free extras pack. The only difference is how many students they hold.
If you have ever scribbled lesson notes on a loose sheet of paper, hunted for the scales a student accomplished last term, or planned a recital from a pile of sticky notes and good intentions, this planner was made with you in mind.
It covers one full term for up to 20 students, with space for 15 lessons each. Write your students into the Student Index in lesson order, and the numbered thumb index on the page edge takes you straight to their notes mid-lesson. No sticky tabs to buy, no labels to make.
Every student has eight sides of their own:
Four sides of lesson notes covering attendance, pieces, scales, arpeggios, theory and sight reading
Scale and arpeggio trackers for all major and minor keys, including natural, harmonic and melodic minor forms, with blank rows for pentascales, contrary motion scales or whatever else you track
An observations page for skills and concepts that need more support
A notes page with space to log current books, including anything out on loan
For the term as a whole:
A customisable term calendar with a tick box for each week
A weekly schedule that works whether you teach in 15, 20, 30 or 60 minute lessons
Task pages for admin between lessons
A parent contact log
Recital planning and exam preparation pages, suitable for ABRSM, Trinity, MTB and other boards
There is also a free Studio Extras download covering festival preparation and trial lesson consultations, so you can print as many copies as you need. You’ll find the QR code on the Start Here page.
185 pages, 8.5 x 11 inches, a little wider and shorter than A4.
Teaching more than 20 students? There is a 30-student edition too. Teachers working across two locations often prefer two 20-student planners, one for each setting.
To see inside, visit this page.
NB: These planners have a 5 day delivery timeline, but if you need them sooner you can buy directly from Amazon here.
If you need next day delivery this planner is also available at Amazon
If your lesson notes currently live across a notebook, a spreadsheet and various Post-It notes, this planner brings them together. It covers one full term for up to 30 students, with space for 15 lessons each, and a numbered thumb index on the page edge so you can reach any student's pages mid-lesson without breaking your flow.
Every student has eight sides of their own:
Four sides of lesson notes covering attendance, pieces, scales, arpeggios, theory and sight reading
Scale and arpeggio trackers for all major and minor keys, including natural, harmonic and melodic minor forms, with blank rows for pentascales, contrary motion or whatever else you track
An observations page for skills and concepts that need more support
A notes page with space to log current books, including anything out on loan
For the term as a whole:
A customisable term calendar with a tick box for each week
A weekly schedule that works whether you teach in 15, 20, 30 or 60 minute lessons
Task pages for admin between lessons
A parent contact log
Recital planning and exam preparation pages, suitable for ABRSM, Trinity, MTB and other boards
There is also a free Studio Extras download covering festival preparation and trial lesson consultations, so you can print as many copies as you need. Look out for the QR code on the Start Here page.
265 pages, 8.5 x 11 inches, a little wider and shorter than A4.
Smaller studio? The 20-student edition covers the same ground in a lighter book. If you teach in more than one place, two 20-student planners may suit you better than carrying one larger book.
To see inside, visit this page.
NB: These planners have a 5 day delivery timeline, but if you need them sooner you can buy directly from Amazon here.
If you need next day delivery this planner is also available at Amazon
A Few Questions You Might Have
How long does one planner last?
Each planner covers one full UK term. Most teachers start a fresh one each term, which keeps a clean record of the year as you go.
Will this suit me if I already use a digital system?
If you've got a system that works for you, you may not need this. Several of the most experienced testers said exactly that, and I'd rather you knew it upfront.
What if I don't fill in every section every week?
That's completely fine. One tester told me the planner still helped her enormously on the weeks she didn't complete every page, because having the structure there removed the pressure of starting from a blank page.
I teach in two places. Which edition do I need?
Several beta testers were in exactly this position, and the suggestion came from them: a 20-student planner for each location, so nothing has to travel with you.
What if I teach more than 30 students?
The 40-student edition is in development. You may find it easier to divide students up between two or more planners depending on when/ where you teach them.
Can I buy it on Amazon?
Yes, though the price is often a little higher there (Amazon varies the list price). Ordering direct is the cheaper option.
Ready To Start Your Term?
You put so much care and energy into your teaching because you love what you do.
Let your planning look after itself, so you can keep your energy for your students.
If you have ever scribbled lesson notes on a loose sheet of paper, hunted for the scales a student accomplished last term, or planned a recital from a pile of sticky notes and good intentions, this planner was made with you in mind.
It covers one full term for up to 20 students, with space for 15 lessons each. Write your students into the Student Index in lesson order, and the numbered thumb index on the page edge takes you straight to their notes mid-lesson. No sticky tabs to buy, no labels to make.
Every student has eight sides of their own:
Four sides of lesson notes covering attendance, pieces, scales, arpeggios, theory and sight reading
Scale and arpeggio trackers for all major and minor keys, including natural, harmonic and melodic minor forms, with blank rows for pentascales, contrary motion scales or whatever else you track
An observations page for skills and concepts that need more support
A notes page with space to log current books, including anything out on loan
For the term as a whole:
A customisable term calendar with a tick box for each week
A weekly schedule that works whether you teach in 15, 20, 30 or 60 minute lessons
Task pages for admin between lessons
A parent contact log
Recital planning and exam preparation pages, suitable for ABRSM, Trinity, MTB and other boards
There is also a free Studio Extras download covering festival preparation and trial lesson consultations, so you can print as many copies as you need. You’ll find the QR code on the Start Here page.
185 pages, 8.5 x 11 inches, a little wider and shorter than A4.
Teaching more than 20 students? There is a 30-student edition too. Teachers working across two locations often prefer two 20-student planners, one for each setting.
To see inside, visit this page.
NB: These planners have a 5 day delivery timeline, but if you need them sooner you can buy directly from Amazon here.
If your lesson notes currently live across a notebook, a spreadsheet and various Post-It notes, this planner brings them together. It covers one full term for up to 30 students, with space for 15 lessons each, and a numbered thumb index on the page edge so you can reach any student's pages mid-lesson without breaking your flow.
Every student has eight sides of their own:
Four sides of lesson notes covering attendance, pieces, scales, arpeggios, theory and sight reading
Scale and arpeggio trackers for all major and minor keys, including natural, harmonic and melodic minor forms, with blank rows for pentascales, contrary motion or whatever else you track
An observations page for skills and concepts that need more support
A notes page with space to log current books, including anything out on loan
For the term as a whole:
A customisable term calendar with a tick box for each week
A weekly schedule that works whether you teach in 15, 20, 30 or 60 minute lessons
Task pages for admin between lessons
A parent contact log
Recital planning and exam preparation pages, suitable for ABRSM, Trinity, MTB and other boards
There is also a free Studio Extras download covering festival preparation and trial lesson consultations, so you can print as many copies as you need. Look out for the QR code on the Start Here page.
265 pages, 8.5 x 11 inches, a little wider and shorter than A4.
Smaller studio? The 20-student edition covers the same ground in a lighter book. If you teach in more than one place, two 20-student planners may suit you better than carrying one larger book.
To see inside, visit this page.
NB: These planners have a 5 day delivery timeline, but if you need them sooner you can buy directly from Amazon here.
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