Intent

MUSIC INTENT STATEMENT -

At The Prince of Wales School we value music because it is a powerful and unique form of communication that can change and impact the way children feel, think and act. It is our aim that every child should have the opportunity to develop their musical potential and we aim to nurture and encourage musical development across the school.

We believe that a curriculum with a strong emphasis on Music can:

• improve learning skills and support the development of literacy, numeracy and listening skills.

• foster team working, whether small group, whole class, as part of an ensemble or orchestra

• help to build social and cultural values.

• build life skills such as empathy, problem solving, and communication, and a sense of responsibility and commitment.

• support improved behaviour as it requires discipline and dedication.

• encourage creativity and provide children and young people with a medium with which to express themselves.

• help to support emotional well-being and instil an increased level of positivity and calmness.

• improve children’s self-confidence and self-esteem.

• provide disadvantaged children opportunities that they may not be able to access outside the school setting.

• provide an inclusive and therapeutic platform for children with SEND.