PSI Earns Renewed Partnership with ABRSM to Drive the Future of Global Music Theory Assessment

March 5, 2026
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OLATHE, KS – (March 5, 2026) — PSI, global leader in assessment solutions, today announced the renewal of its partnership with The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM), reaffirming a shared commitment to delivering accessible, secure, and innovative Music Theory assessment solutions to learners around the world.

“Over the course of our partnership, PSI has worked closely with ABRSM to modernise and scale their Music Theory assessments, enabling greater access and flexibility for learners globally,” said Rob Andrew, Client Success Director at PSI. “Earning the opportunity to continue this work together is a testament to the trust between our organisations and our ability to deliver a complex, global programme with integrity and impact.”

ABRSM has utilised PSI’s comprehensive assessment technology and global delivery infrastructure to support the evolution of its Music Theory assessments. PSI has enabled the transformation from traditional paper exams to a secure, scalable, fully digital mode, expanding access for learners worldwide while preserving the rigour and trust associated with the ABRSM qualification. This renewal allows ABRSM to continue benefiting from key PSI capabilities including: year agreement, ABRSM will continue benefiting from

  • A secure, learner‑centred digital assessment experience that protects the integrity of ABRSM’s globally recognised Music Theory qualifications while enabling learners to test with confidence in flexible, familiar environments.
  • Flexible, on‑demand exam delivery supported by Record and Review online proctoring, expanding access beyond fixed exam dates and locations while maintaining rigorous compliance, safeguarding, and exam security standards.
  • A testing experience designed for young and diverse learners, prioritising usability, accessibility, and age‑appropriate design for candidates, many taking their first formal exam, across regions, languages, and learning needs.
  • A scalable, future‑ready assessment platform that supports ABRSM’s continued innovation, enabling the programme to evolve and reach more learners as digital education and assessment models advance.

PSI has been a trusted partner to ABRSM for many years, supporting us through a period of significant change in how we deliver Music Theory assessments,” said Helen Coleman, COO of ABRSM. “Their expertise, technology, and commitment to the learner experience have enabled us to modernise our programme and give greater digital access to candidates worldwide while maintaining the rigour, integrity, and safeguarding standards our qualifications are known for. As our programme continues to evolve, PSI remains a key partner in helping us innovate while staying true to the standards our learners and stakeholders expect.”

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