St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Music

Intent

At St Anne's, we follow the Kapow condensed Music Curriculum. This scheme is intended first and foremost to help children feel that they are musical and to develop a life-long love of music.

Over 20 weeks each year (plus an extra term of learning an instrument in Y4), we focus on developing the skills, knowledge and understanding that children need to become confident performers, composers and listeners.

The curriculum introduces the children to music from all around the world and across generations and teaches the children to respect and appreciate the music of all traditions.

Implementation

Music Progression of Skills and Knowledge.pdf

Knowledge Organisers

In Y4, children learn an instrument for Spring 1 and Spring 2 under the tutelage of a qualified teacher from Berkshire Maestros. In 2022-23, the children will learn the violin! They will be able to take home their instruments throughout the term. This is a fabulous experience for the children as they get to taste what it is like to have ready access to an instrument and many choose to take up individual lessons after this taster.

Musical Clubs

We also run a Choir and a Recorder Club for pupils in Y3-Y6. We have great fun practising and perform throughout the year at Masses and special events including the Christmas Carol Service and the Summer Fayre.