Music – Curriculum information

Our vision, at Broadacre, is to create musicians of the future. We aim to make music enjoyable for everyone, allowing children to participate in a variety of musical experiences. We aim to help the children to build their confidence in music by providing opportunities for all children to play, perform, create and enjoy music.

We will provide all pupils with an enriched music curriculum that allows for them to develop the necessary skills to listen to and appreciate a wide variety of music, as well as allowing them to express preferences for music, using musical terms.

As Musicians, children at Broadacre will:

  • have the opportunity to compose their own pieces of music using a variety of methods.
  • have the opportunity to play and perform using a wide variety of un-tuned and tuned instruments.
  • listen to and appreciate a wide variety of music from a range of styles, genres and artists
  • understand and use an extensive variety of musical terminology which will be built upon as the children progress throughout school.

Further information:

‘The early years learning area is bright and inviting, with a focus on vocabulary development through song and rhyme.’

Ofsted comments

‘High expectations for all pupils are maintained by all adults at the school.’

Ofsted comments

‘The curriculum includes personal, social, and emotional development, with a focus on values such as democracy and respect.’

Ofsted comments

‘The school has specially resourced provisions for pupils with SEND, particularly those with autism spectrum disorder.’

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‘The mathematics curriculum has improved significantly, leading to confident problem-solving abilities in pupils.’

Ofsted comments

‘Teachers are supported to plan stimulating and interesting lessons.’

Ofsted comments

‘Pupils’ behavior is extremely good, with a calm and purposeful atmosphere.’

Ofsted comments

‘Adult interactions in early years are well planned to support resilient and purposeful learning.’

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‘Pupils with SEND receive high-quality and effective support, allowing them to access the full curriculum.’

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‘Staff and pupils show great respect for each other.’

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‘Pupils regularly revisit past learning, and assessments are used effectively to plan next steps.’

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‘The school provides a happy and welcoming environment with a ‘family feeling’ in the new, large school building.’

Ofsted comments

‘A new phonics scheme has been introduced, improving the teaching of reading.’

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