Music at Northstead Community Primary School
Music Leader: Mrs Gemma Carabine
Led by our passionate and talented Music Subject Leader, Mrs Gemma Carabine, our music curriculum is alive with rhythm, creativity, and joy. Mrs Carabine believes that music is for everyone, and she works tirelessly to ensure every child has the opportunity to express themselves, build confidence, and discover their unique musical voice. Through singing, instrumental work, composition, and performance, she inspires pupils to develop a lifelong appreciation for the power of music.
Mrs Carabine is currently working on further developing our music curriculum to incorporate additional opportunities for children to learn about famous musicians from all genres.
Music at Northstead – A guide for parents
*Coming soon*
Each half term as we enter and leave assembly, we listen to a different genre or style of music.
Assembly Music – Year A (2024-2025 and 2026-2027)
Autumn 1 – Film Scores (Performance)
Autumn 2 – Wartime and Swing (Classic British)
Spring 1 – Baroque Period (European Music)
Spring 2 – The Beatles (British Icons)
Summer 1 – Caribbean/ Jazz Music (World Music)
Summer 2 – Disney/Inspirational songs (Other genres)
Assembly Music – Year B (2025-2026 and 2027-2028)
Autumn 1 – Musicals (Performance)
Autumn 2 – Holst/Vaughan Williams (Classic British)
Spring 1 – Classical Period (European Music)
Spring 2 – British Pop/Rock Icons (British Icons)
Summer 1 – African / South American Music (World Music)
Summer 2 – Country and Blues (Other genres)
In years 4 and 5, children learn to play the Ukulele as part of the music curriculum
Every year, our children are invited to take part in our musical theatre production.
In 2024, this was Over the Rainbow. In 2025, this will be Adventures in Wonderland.