Introduction to Music at Wickhambreaux CEPS

We see music as a vital part of our school and curriculum where children have the opportunity to develop their creativity, confidence and collaborative skills.

Lessons are practical with a variety of stimuli including Kodaly, Dalcroze and various engaging musical activities to enhance learners of all abilities. Although music is taught through four strands (performing, singing, listening and composing), singing is at the heart of the music curriculum due to its inclusive nature and the positive benefits it has on health, emotional well-being and development of social skills. A cross curricular approach is taken to music teaching in order to make the learning as relevant as possible to the children. A love of music is something that is fostered throughout the school with music an imbedded part of school life and something that all children are able to experience on a daily basis. Music is a wonderful vessel for joining together as a community and gives children the opportunity to express their personality, values and culture. We regularly join together as a school community to share music and give the children the opportunity to perform in a supported, nurturing setting. This includes performances at St Andrew’s Church, The Gulbenkian, Canterbury Cathedral, the O2 Arena, Whitefriars and various other local locations within our community.  This has a positive impact on self-esteem and gives all children the opportunity to experience success and pride.