Why we Study Music
Music is a powerful form of communication that can inspire, engage and motivate children. It offers a valuable outlet for personal expression and plays a significant role in supporting personal growth and development. As music reflects the cultures and societies around us, learning about music helps children gain a deeper understanding of the world in which they live. While music is a creative and enjoyable subject, it can also be intellectually challenging and academically rigorous. It contributes to a strong sense of belonging and community, providing shared experiences through performance and participation. We aim to give all children opportunities to compose, perform and enjoy music, to develop their skills, explore a wide range of musical styles, and begin to form thoughtful judgements about musical quality.
How we Study Music
Music is taught weekly in Key Stage 1, while in Key Stage 2 it is delivered on a half‑termly basis through weekly lessons. Our music curriculum encompasses a wide range of activities, including group singing, instrumental performance, listening and appraising, composing and reflecting. Wherever possible, meaningful links are made with other areas of learning, such as history and geography, to enrich children’s understanding and enjoyment.
We follow the Sparkyard Music scheme, which is fully aligned with the Model Music Curriculum (MMC). Through this scheme, pupils develop their skills across four key areas: Singing and Playing, Listening, Composition and Improvisation, and Notation.
As a whole school, we hold a singing assembly every two weeks, during which children learn and perform a broad repertoire of traditional and contemporary songs. We also offer a range of extra‑curricular music opportunities, including ukulele lessons, peripatetic violin lessons and Rocksteady. In addition, we occasionally welcome visiting musicians and collaborate with local schools to provide workshops and performance opportunities, further enhancing our pupils’ musical experiences.
What is Special About Music in Our School
At Enfield, we are proud of our strong tradition of high standards in both performance‑based and extra‑curricular music. This ensures that children benefit from high‑quality music teaching within the classroom, alongside a range of opportunities to further develop and extend their musical skills beyond lesson time. Our performance programme includes a long‑standing tradition of Key Stage 1 children presenting a Christmas production, Years 3, 4 and 5 creating a Spring Performance, and Year 6 showcasing their talents in an end‑of‑year performance.
We are continually seeking ways to respond to the needs and interests of our pupils, ensuring that music remains engaging, relevant and inspiring. Alongside developing a wide range of musical skills and experiences, we explore new approaches to nurturing musicianship, helping children to build lasting interests and confidence that support their transition to secondary school and future learning. Many of our successes are made possible through the collaboration and expertise of staff across the school, enabling high‑quality rehearsal processes and memorable performance opportunities for all children.