Curriculum Intent
We aim to help every child recognize their own musical potential and develop a lasting passion for music. By focusing on building essential skills, knowledge, and understanding, we equip children to become confident performers, creative composers, and attentive listeners.
Our ambitious curriculum embraces music from around the globe and across generations, fostering respect and appreciation for the rich diversity of musical traditions and communities.
Through hands-on experiences in singing, playing instruments, composing, listening, and responding to music, children develop their skills in an engaging and inclusive environment.
At Loughborough, we are committed to delivering high-quality music education to all. With a specialist teacher supporting our learners from the reception stage, our curriculum grows alongside our children, reflecting the vibrancy and diversity of our community in the heart of Brixton.
Our Offer
Our curriculum follows an interleaving approach, where children build their musical knowledge by exploring and experiencing music through both theoretical and practical learning. We use a mixed-methods pedagogy tailored to meet the needs of every learner, ensuring a flexible and inclusive approach.
Grounded in principles from Universal Design for Learning (UDL), we prioritize inclusion by providing multiple means of engagement, representation, and expression. Teaching incorporates both teacher-led instruction and child-led exploration, fostering a balanced environment that nurtures curiosity and creativity while supporting the needs of every learner.
Throughout our music scheme, children will be taught to sing fluently and expressively while playing instruments with accuracy and control. A key feature of our curriculum is the consistent, weekly whole-class instrumental instruction, provided from Year 3 through Year 6.
Children will develop an understanding of the interrelated dimensions of music, learning to identify and apply these concepts. This foundation of knowledge is then used in their own improvisations and compositions, fostering creativity and personal expression.
Our music scheme of work is carefully mapped to align with the National Curriculum attainment targets. It outlines a clear progression of skills within each year group, showing how these are revisited and built upon over time. This ensures that by the end of each key stage, children securely meet the expected standards. Our local curriculum model reinforces prior learning, creating a robust foundation for continuous musical growth.
Impact
The impact of our music curriculum is that children will develop into confident and creative musicians who can express themselves fluently and enjoyably through performance, composition, and active listening. They will gain a deep understanding of musical concepts, styles, and traditions, enabling them to appreciate and engage with music from diverse cultures and historical contexts.
By fostering hands-on experiences and personal expression, children will demonstrate a love for music that extends beyond the classroom. They will become independent and reflective learners, able to articulate their own musical preferences and insights with confidence.
Through consistent and high-quality instruction, children will meet and exceed the National Curriculum attainment targets by the end of each key stage. They will carry forward a strong foundation of skills and knowledge, empowering them to continue their musical journey in secondary education and beyond.
Overall, our curriculum will inspire a lasting passion for music, equipping children with the tools to appreciate and contribute to the rich, diverse world of music, while promoting a sense of belonging and respect for different traditions within our vibrant community.
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