Rockschool Exam Training – flexible, transparent and personally guided

Learning to play the drums and preparing for a drum exam with Rockschool?
drums.education offers a structured and independent way to prepare for your examination with RSL Awards – combined with optional professional feedback at every important stage.
The concept is deliberately clear and straightforward, allowing full focus on what matters most: musical development and confident performance.

Enrol and choose your level

Enrolment on drums.education is free of charge. Simply register and select the level or Grade you wish to prepare and learn for. Preparation requires the appropriate digital interactive book from Rockschool. A direct link is provided to ensure that you get the book you need. The book is purchased separately via the official provider.

Prepare independently

All pieces, technical exercises and supporting tests are prepared independently and at an individual pace. The full exam programme is assembled step by step. This approach not only develops repertoire but also strengthens organisational skills and structured learning habits — essential competencies for long-term musical progress.

Record your exam video | Optional Feedback booking

Once the programme is ready, the exam performance is recorded and optional submitted to drums.education. Each submission is assessed carefully according to the official Rockschool marking criteria. Detailed feedback is provided, covering:
– Timing and groove
– Technical control and coordination
– Sound and dynamic balance
– Stylistic awareness and musical expression
– Structure and overall performance quality

Videos may be submitted as often as desired. The aim is to refine the programme progressively until it reaches exam standard.

A feedback fee applies per submission. The submission is assessed according to level and standard.

Official submission to RSL Awards

When your performance meets the required standard and you feel confident, you can officially submit your exam to RSL Awards. We provide a link and a how to explanation.

Costs are fully transparent for the exam and need to be paid upon submission***.

After your exam has been graded by official RSL Awards Rockschool examiners and you passed, you will receive your certificate and a comprehensive feedback on your exam performance.

Who this is for

– Learners who prefer structured independent study.
– Students who want to learn at their own pace.
– Drummers without regular in-person tuition.
– Candidates preparing specifically for a Rockschool qualification.
– Committed musicians seeking professional, criteria-based feedback.
– Learners who want to earn certificates and become a pro-drummer.

What makes this approach unique

– Independent learning without isolation
– Flexible pacing
– Professional assessment aligned with official marking standards
– Clear and transparent pricing
– Access to quality support within a structured framework

The result is a focused, supportive pathway towards a Rockschool qualification — accessible in structure, consistent in quality, and designed to encourage confident musical progress.

Enrolment

Start drumming

  • Enrol in any exam training
  • Build skills and your portfolio
  • Prepare for your Rockschool exam
free*

Feedback

Individul support

  • Feedback on your drumming
  • Individual guidance for your exam preparation
  • Review of your intended exam video
49 € per Feedback**

* You can use all exam related materials, exercises and information provided on our website free of charge to study for your Rockschool exam. However, you will need your own copy of the digital, interactive workbook. To purchase your book copy click on the provided links. (We receive a small commission. You do not pay any extra, but help us a lot to run this business.)
** We use Threema or our platform’s messaging system for communication and submissions.
***Exam fees are set by RSL Awards.