Music Vision
Our School Aims perfectly capture our Vision for Music.
Achieve beyond expectations –
Every term, pupils build up to producing a piece of Music Portfolio work that is, where possible, of a standard higher than that at which they would regularly work. Every academic year, singers are entered into ABRSM examinations, the standards of which are beyond those expected of the Primary National Curriculum.
Be proud of our community, our school, our achievements and our peers –
Music is celebrated with pride in Friday Celebration Assemblies, when Music Graduates are regularly rewarded. Children’s music homework is rewarded with golden stickers, which are displayed with pride. Children’s musical performances are celebrated proudly in front of audiences and on the website throughout the year.
Compete, with the belief that we have every chance of success –
Our annual X Factor and Swinemoor’s Got Talent competitions give children to compete musically. University Challenge, on the final week of the school year, includes Music Graduates who compete for a trophy.
Develop a culture where we take appropriate risk, understanding this is how people learn, grow and achieve things they thought were too difficult –
ABRSM examinations provide challenge in front of an unknown adjudicator. Solo and small group singing regularly exposes pupils to the risk of performing under pressure.
Enable people to work together, in order to achieve more than we could on our own –
Music lessons regularly include paired and group work. The school Choirs necessarily have to work together to produce their performances; as do the trumpet players, who play as a group.
Further information
“The respect both pupils and staff have for one another shows all around the school. It’s a very happy place to be.”
“I love the fact that the children and staff love being there and are so proud of their school.”
“I am impressed with the teaching at this school and pushing the kids into doing work they are capable of.”
“I like everything about the school. My child has made excellent progress.”
“We like the fact that the children’s work/plays are able to be seen on the website and I think the teacher’s end of term videos are a great addition.”
“Always giving our children a challenge. Always pushing them harder, not taking satisfactory, but aiming high!.”
“All of the shows/ performances are so professional and we feel welcomed coming into school. I think the school instills confidence and high self esteem in pupils.”
“My daughter likes Swinemoor because she says ‘everyone is friendly’. I like it because all children are included and have the confidence to compete and challenge anyone.”
“Since starting Swinemoor my son has come on in leaps and bounds and in just a short time. I am looking forward to the further progress.”
“Strong headteacher. Caring and intelligent teachers. Good curriculum. Good discipline.”
” It’s a really good school with high standards and high achievers.”
“We really enjoy all the school performances that parents are invited to.”
“The school is very clean and staff well dressed. Its nice when visiting to see all the work on display and to hear the excellent comments from the kids about their day.”
“That each child’s needs are met, a great understanding (SEN)”
“How the children progress and where necessary they are given help to achieve that progress.”
“Very happy with everything the school does. Loved the Christmas plays – both of them.”
“That the children are very proud of their work and teachers make sure they are rewarded.”
“My daughter is making fantastic progress. The two performances I have seen have been excellent (Harvest and Christmas).”
“The enthusiasm of the staff and the fact my child has been encouraged to learn whilst being allowed to progress at his own speed.”
“Progress of the children and if and when necessary they are given extra help.”
“Competitions that occur each half term.”
“The fact they have a very modern approach to their teaching and the headmaster is very much involved and isn’t scared to get his hands dirty and interacts very well with all the staff and children.”
“Teaching staff in Y 5/6 who really challenge the children and move them forward.”
“Staff are welcoming and willing to help/listen. Child always seems happy.”
” It’s a really good school with high achievers and high standards from the pupils. Very helpful if I’ve had a problem.”
“The way that my child has improved 100% from last school.”
“Keep encouraging sport such as football and netball..”
