Key Stage 3
Music is taught to all pupils. Classes are of mixed ability, and the scheme of work follows the programme of study as laid down in the National Curriculum. At the end of Key Stage Three, pupils are given a National Curriculum Level for each of the three skills (performing, composing and appraising).
The revised programmes of study for Key Stage 3 came into effect from August 1st 2008 for Years 7 and 8, and August 1st 2009 for Year 9.The revised National Curriculum states that all children and young people must be provided with an education that develops their personality and talents to the full. At the end of Key Stage 3 standards of pupils' performance are set out in eight level descriptions of increasing difficulty, with an additional description above level 8 to help teachers in differentiating exceptional performance.
The Scheme of Work is conveniently divided into six teaching units to correspond with each half term throughout the teaching year. The progression and content has been carefully planned to ensure continuity.
Some examples of the teaching units are:
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African Music |
Working Together! |
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Structures |
Writing a Song |
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Blues |
Film Music |
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Musicals |
Indian Music |
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Working in Layers |
Marches and Fanfares |
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Descriptive Music |
Jazz |
Key Stage 3 pupils are also given opportunities to record their composing ideas through ICT.
