Music

At Tetherdown, we believe music is a powerful way for children to express themselves, build confidence and experience success. Our music curriculum inspires a love of music through singing, performance, composition and listening. We aim to develop children’s musical skills, creativity and appreciation of a wide range of musical styles, cultures and traditions from around the world. 

Through music, children learn to collaborate, show respect for others, persevere when challenged and develop a strong sense of belonging within our school community. 

Music is taught by our specialist music teacher, supported by the Sing Up scheme of work, which provides engaging and progressive learning opportunities from Reception to Year 6. 

Pupils develop their musical knowledge and skills through: 

• Weekly music lessons focused on singing, playing instruments, composing and performing. 
• Whole-school singing assemblies that promote enjoyment, confidence and community spirit. 
• Listening and appraisal activities that expose children to a diverse range of musical genres, artists and traditions. 
• Opportunities to perform individually and as part of ensembles. 
• Led by a music specialist 
• Cross-curricular links with subjects such as Art, Geography, PE and PSHE. 

Our provision is further enriched through Haringey Music Service, which offers instrumental tuition in piano, strings, woodwind, brass, guitar and percussion. Children can also take part in a range of extracurricular opportunities, including Orchestra, Jazz Band and Rock Steady. 

High-quality music learning at Tetherdown is active, inclusive and joyful. Children: 

• Sing regularly with enthusiasm, accuracy and confidence. 
• Learn to play a variety of instruments and perform to different audiences. 
• Listen attentively to music from different times, places and cultures. 
• Create, improvise and compose their own music. 
• Use musical vocabulary to discuss and evaluate performances. 
• Work collaboratively, demonstrating resilience, teamwork and respect. 
• Celebrate their achievements through concerts, assemblies, performances and school events and our own Tetherdown Annual Album. 

Music brings our school to life, creating memorable experiences that nurture creativity, wellbeing and a lifelong appreciation of the arts.