Intent
Music at GM School is designed to improve students’ vocal and instrumental abilities, gain experience performing various musical genres and techniques, and compose their own ideas.
Implementation
EYFS
In EYFS, children develop a knowledge of rhythm and pulse and engage in singing activities daily. Children are encouraged to learn and perform a variety of songs (including nursery rhymes) and use a selection of percussion instruments to explore different pitches and tones, practise their skills keeping a beat and learn about rhythms.
KS1 & KS2
Music at KS2 is taught weekly. We focus extensively on pitch, rhythm, pulse and tempo using the Charanga curriculum. There continues to be a focus on developing singing skills. In addition, students learn to the glockenspiel, djembe drums and recorder during their time at the primary school. Through engaging lessons and practice, students develop a strong sense of pulse, rhythm, and tempo, while also honing their musical skills.
Enrichment
At George Mitchell Primary children take part in a ‘sing off’ which is termly music festival that gives children the opportunity to showcase their vocal talents as a group and take part in a whole school event.
Rocksteady deliver inclusive band lessons designed to amplify children’s self-belief, support wellbeing and help maximise their potential back in the classroom. Children can choose to play from a range of instruments and take part in small group band lessons, available weekly for children in Reception-Year 6. For more information, and to sign up for lessons, please contact the Primary Office.
We also have a thriving choir that performs regularly during assembly and at other events.