We aim to ensure that all our children are engaged in the appreciation of, and performance of, a variety of music in lots of different ways. 

We aim to ensure that all our children are engaged in the appreciation of, and performance of, a variety of music in lots of different ways. 

Music is taught through KAPOW and Sing Up and this provides a wide exposure to different styles and genres of music, allowing every child to find an interest in parts of the curriculum. We believe that Music lessons should be fun, exciting and engaging and staff strive to achieve this for every child.  

In Key Stage 2, classes also begin to learn to read and write music using simple musical notation. From Year 3 onwards, children have the opportunity to learn ukulele with the support of the ukulele teacher who is brought in by school to provide some expert knowledge on playing an instrument.

All children take part in a singing assembly each week where we learn a variety of traditional, new songs and celebration songs for special occasions such as Harvest or Easter. The children throughly enjoy singing assemblies and take it as an opportunity to express themselves through singing and movement.

We endeavour to ensure that children understand the value and importance of music in the wider community, and that they are able to use their musical skills, knowledge and experiences in a variety of contexts.

Each year, different class groups and both key stage choirs take part in performances and competitions outside school. These include Young Voices at the Co-op Live and Ulverston Music Festival as well as smaller gatherings such as singing at Barrow market or for the residents of a local care home at Christmas time. During the school year children also perform for each other in a music showcase. This allows them to share what they have been learning in class with each other and perform for parents with class content and songs from their singing assemblies.