What does Music look like at AHPS? (Intent)
At Avanti House Primary School, our Music curriculum is designed to inspire creativity, self-expression, and a lifelong love of music. We aim to ignite our pupils’ passion for music by exposing them to a diverse range of musical experiences and providing opportunities to connect with others through shared musical activities.
We believe that music is a universal language, and by exploring it, our pupils can grow as confident singers, composers, and performers. Through listening, performing, and composing, they develop the skills to express themselves while fostering an appreciation for the beauty and variety of music.
Our partnership with Harrow Music Service enriches our curriculum, providing specialist-led weekly lessons to all KS1 and KS2 pupils. These lessons allow children to explore a wide range of instruments, such as African drums, samba percussion, ukuleles, and recorders, while embedding key skills outlined in the national curriculum. EYFS children engage in musical exploration and creation through continuous provision and specific music lessons led by classroom staff, with support from the music lead.
How do we do this? (Implementation)
Our Music curriculum enables pupils to sing, listen, play, perform, and evaluate in a structured and supportive environment. Weekly lessons, led by Harrow Music Service, ensure pupils gain hands-on experience with tuned and untuned instruments, building their confidence and technical skills. The curriculum covers essential elements of music, helping children understand how music is created, performed, and appreciated.
EYFS children explore music through both guided activities and self-initiated play in the continuous provision, supported by classroom staff and the music lead. As children progress through KS1 and KS2, they gain exposure to more structured music lessons, where they can experiment with instruments and explore a variety of musical styles and traditions.
Beyond the classroom, music is an integral part of our school life. Pupils participate in morning worship, concerts, and performances, where they can express themselves as individuals and as part of a group. Our school-wide singing assemblies and opportunities to perform during festivals and events allow pupils to experience the joy of making music together.
Children also learn to compose music using body percussion, vocal sounds, and instruments, fostering creativity and a deeper understanding of musical dimensions. The use of high-quality instruments provided by Harrow Music Service ensures that pupils can experiment and develop their skills across a variety of genres and styles.
What difference does it make? (Impact)
Music at AHPS enables pupils to embark on a personal musical journey, discovering their strengths and areas for growth. As they develop their musical skills, they also gain self-confidence, creativity, and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
Pupils leave AHPS with a strong understanding of music’s cultural and historical significance, as well as the technical skills to create, perform, and evaluate music confidently. They are equipped with the ability to feel and create rhythms, compose melodies, and interpret music using correct terminology.
Through their experiences, pupils build a lifelong appreciation for music, connecting to it as listeners, creators, and performers. They carry forward the joy and discipline of music-making, enriched by their understanding of its universal and cultural importance.
How to support your child at home
Parents play a vital role in nurturing their child’s love for music. Here are some ideas to encourage musical exploration at home:
- Listen to music together from a variety of genres and styles, discussing the instruments used and what makes each piece unique.
- Encourage your child to take part in extracurricular activities such as our choir or instrumental music lessons (we offer guitar, violin, and drumming lessons at school).
- Provide simple musical instruments or apps at home to inspire creative play and composition.
- Explore opportunities to attend live music events or watch performances online, helping your child experience music in different contexts.
- Discuss how music is part of their daily life, from worship and celebrations to films and traditions, to deepen their understanding of its cultural role.
By making music an enjoyable and regular part of family life, you can help your child develop a lifelong connection with this universal language.
Please select the link below to view our Music Development Plan summary for this academic year
AHPS Music Development Plan Summary 2024 2025
