Music

What is the purpose of our curriculum?

• We ensure coverage of all aspects of the National Curriculum for Music.
• Pupils experience a variety of opportunities to develop the skills of performing, composing, listening, reviewing and evaluating.
• We provide the opportunity to learn to play a musical instrument and develop an interest in the performing arts.

Music Development Plan

Music KS2

Music KS3

Learning Journals indicate the progress that a pupil can make within a subject. These do not compare children’s progress with each other but considers their progress against specific statements. The Learning Journals for this subject are:

Year 5

Year 6

Year 7

Year 8

Instrument Lessons

At Walkwood, we are proud to offer an exciting and inclusive programme of instrumental music lessons, open to all pupils regardless of previous experience. Whether your child is a complete beginner or looking to build on existing skills, starting a new school is a great time to begin their musical journey!

Through instrumental lessons at Walkwood, your child will not only develop musical ability, but also life skills that support success both in and beyond the classroom.
 
At Walkwood, we partner with Pro Music Tuition and our own Guitar teacher, Mr Nicholson, to provide high quality expert tuition in a range of instruments.

Pro Music Tuition: Pro Music Tuition provide expert music tuition across the West Midlands.
At Walkwood Pro Music Tuition provide tuition in Piano, Violin, Drum Kit, Woodwind (Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone) and Vocals.

Mr V Nicholson Guitar Tuition: A graduate of Birmingham Conservatoire with over 10 years teaching experience in several local schools, Mr Nicholson provides tuition for all types of guitar and caters for a range of musical styles.

There are two forms available, one for Pro Music Ltd and one for Guitar lessons. Please ensure that you return the correct form for the tuition you require.

Pro Music Tuition Registration Form
(To be completed and sent directly to Pro Music Tuition. However, we are happy to pass on any forms we receive in school.

Guitar Lessons Registration Form
(To be completed and returned directly to Walkwood Music Department.)