Music

In Portobello Primary it is our intent to inspire a lifelong love of Music by exposing our children to a range of musical experiences and instilling into them a passion for Music. Our school is a place where everyone is given an education that builds on their strengths and addresses their individual needs to ensure progression. We believe that all children should be able to achieve their full potential academically, socially, emotionally and physically. We are certain that through Music children can develop a health mind and body by not only connecting with others, but also themselves. Learning how to express themselves is vitally important to lead a happy and healthy life. They are able to listen and respond to different styles of music, compose, sing, perform and congregate as part of an audience. We increase their experiences of music by teaching our children to appreciate a variety of forms of music across different time periods, cultures and traditions. This develops their cultural capital of being open minded in their listening as well as knowledgeable about a breadth of musical genres in the world today. We promote the use of Music supporting other areas of the curriculum such as Dance and Drama. Above all we wish for our children to become reflective musicians who develop in confidence and creativity.