See our Music at SJT learning portfolio
See our Music One Page Overview
See our Music Development Summary Plan 2023-24
Music
- is a powerful, unique form of communication and is a vehicle for self-expression
- is an integral part of all cultures, past and present
- develops concentration, perseverance, co-ordination and memory
- promotes co-operation, a sense of group identity and togetherness
- increases self-discipline and creativity, sensitivity and fulfilment
- can inspire and motivate
Aims
We recognise music as something that develops the whole child by providing a practical, co-operative and enjoyable experience, which every pupil can access at some level. We aim for all children to be given the opportunity to:
- enjoy music that they create themselves
- have the chance to develop musically at their own level and pace
- develop understanding and knowledge of music through making, listening to and responding to a wide range of musical styles from different times and cultures;
- provide activities that develop musical concepts and skills sequentially
- listen to a variety of music (recorded or played live)
- perform musically to a wider audience, e.g. class assemblies, school productions,
- be inspired to develop a life-long appreciation of the subject.
In addition to the above, in line with the Henley Review 2012, we aim to:
- provide children with a broad music education, which includes performing, composing, listening, reviewing and evaluating music
- make singing a part of every child’s school life through all the key stages
- we aim to give every child in key stage 2 the opportunity to learn an instrument
- offer opportunities for progression, with the aim of making musical instrument tuition available for those who desire it
We use the Charanga scheme of work to support our music teaching.