Music
Our Vision
At Moss Park, music is at the heart of our school community. We are passionate about providing a rich and inspiring music education that allows children to develop their creativity, confidence, and love of music. From singing in classrooms to performing for families and the local community, music binds us together and brings joy to our everyday lives.
Through close partnerships with Trafford Music Service and other local organizations, we offer a wide range of musical opportunities. Whether it’s attending concerts, participating in borough-wide events like the Reception Nursery Rhyme Festival, or performing at venues such as Stretford Public Hall or the AO Arena, we ensure every child experiences the power and magic of music.
Our Aims
Foster a love of music and singing, enabling pupils to develop their creativity and self-expression.
Provide equal access to a high-quality music education for all pupils, regardless of background or ability.
Build pupils' confidence and skills in listening, performing, composing, and appraising music.
Nurture talent and interest in music through tuition, performances, and extra-curricular activities.
Use music as a tool to support well-being and self-expression, including therapeutic interventions for vulnerable pupils.
Implementation
At Moss Park, we deliver a comprehensive and inclusive music curriculum, ensuring every child has the opportunity to explore, enjoy, and excel in music. Our main scheme of work, Charanga, runs from Reception to Year 6, and is enhanced with a wide range of additional opportunities:
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS): Music is taught through Communication and Language, Physical Development, and Expressive Arts and Design. Children develop listening skills, learn rhymes and songs, and explore music-making and dance. Nursery children join weekly Singing Assemblies with Years 1 and 2 from January onwards, experiencing the joy of singing together.
Key Stage 1 and 2: Each year group has a term of 'wider opportunities' instrumental tuition, gaining experience with strings, brass, woodwind, and percussion. All children have weekly music lessons, assemblies, and singing sessions to develop their skills and appreciation.
Music to our ears at Moss Park
We are proud to promote music beyond the classroom, providing numerous opportunities for pupils to perform and engage with music:
Performances: Pupils regularly perform for families, neighbours, and the wider community, such as at the Stretford Public Hall Christmas Fair.
Extra-Curricular Clubs: Our after-school choir club for Years 3-6 is led by our music teacher and Headteacher, with subsidized costs for Pupil Premium pupils.
Partnerships and Recognition: We collaborate with Trafford Music Service and have earned the Music Mark four times and the Sing Up Silver Award for our dedication to music education.
Inclusivity and Well-Being:
Our Music Nurture Group supports vulnerable pupils, providing a therapeutic space for self-expression. In addition we offer our music lessons and extra-curricular activities which are accessible to all, with free access for Pupil Premium pupils and those with an EHCP.
