Music

Ludwig van Beethoven: "To play a wrong note is insignificant. To play without passion is inexcusable" 

Intent

At Sutton Manor, our Music curriculum is designed to provide a progressive and consistent learning experience for all our pupils. We have a specialist music teacher who teaches every class. Our curriculum aligns seamlessly with the requirements of the National Curriculum for Music and is well-suited to the unique needs and context of our school community.

Our Music curriculum aims to develop pupils' technical, constructive, and expressive musical skills, enabling them to engage with a wide range of musical genres and cultures. We believe that a strong foundational knowledge and ability in core musical competencies will empower our pupils to become confident, creative, and well-rounded musicians, capable of expressing themselves through the universal language of music.

At Sutton Manor, we believe that Music is a fundamental aspect of a well-rounded education, fostering creativity, self-expression, and a deeper understanding of the world around us. Our Music curriculum, events and wider experiences are designed to ignite a lifelong passion for music, equipping our pupils with the necessary skills and knowledge to engage with and appreciate a diverse range of musical genres and cultures.

Music Development Plan 2024.pdf

Child Protection and Safeguarding

Schools must have rigorous policies and procedures in place to safeguard children. Our school has several members of staff who have undertaken specialist training. Each School has a Designated Safeguarding Lead.


The law places a duty on the Headteacher and their staff to report any obvious signs or suspected cases of child abuse – which include non-accidental injury, neglect, emotional abuse and/or sexual abuse. The procedures are intended to protect children and all schools are expected to take the attitude that where there are grounds for concern it is better to be safe than sorry. This means that the school risks upsetting some parents by reporting a case that proves unfounded on investigation. In such circumstances, it is hoped that families would accept that the school acted in what were believed to be the child’s best interests.


In line with government requirements, the school maintains a central list of checks on appointed staff and adults who work in or visit the school.