Arts, Music & Theatre
Arts, Music and Theatre form integral components of the core curriculum and are also central to the Creativity and Performance strand of our Extended Curriculum.
Arts
Arts at BSB stimulates creativity and imagination. Lessons provide visual, tactile and sensory experiences and a unique way of understanding and responding to the world.
In their weekly lessons, students learn to use colour, form, texture, pattern and different materials and processes to communicate what they see, feel and think.
They explore ideas and meanings in the work of artists, craftspeople and designers. They learn about the diverse roles and functions of art, craft and design in contemporary life, and in different times and cultures.
Music
Music is a universal language that can engage and inspire pupils and therefore has a central place in the BSB curriculum. Throughout the year, an exciting schedule of concerts and musical workshops provides pupils with the opportunities to showcase their work and talent, both in the school and in the wider community.
Musical education at BSB begins in Early Years and continues every year, allowing students to develop an appreciation and love for music whilst honing their musical skills. BSB offers an extensive music programme that allows students the opportunity to play in groups or bands, or sing in a choir. For those interested in taking their musical talents further, we offer individual music lessons for a range of instruments.
Primary Instrumental Programme
Working in small groups, pupils are introduced to instruments and are taught by music specialists to become talented musicians.
Singing
At BSB, singing is an integral part of the Music curriculum and is regarded as an ongoing skill. By having a vibrant singing culture, we aim for all children to experience the joy of learning to sing individually or as part of our choir. Primary school children sing in assemblies and often perform a song for their parents as part of their class assembly. Pupils in the Primary school are also involved in at least one production throughout the year, during which they learn the songs from a musical.
Ensembles and Orchestra
In order to further develop the skills learned in the classroom, pupils are able to perform in ensembles and orchestra. These opportunities develop a sense of camaraderie and teamwork while becoming better musicians and more confident performers.
Theatre
Theatre provides excellent opportunities for creative exploration, expression and performance, as well as the exploration of contemporary and historical issues in an imaginative way.
Drama is an integral part of the English Language curriculum. It includes dramatic play, story enactment, imagination journeys, theatre, games, music and dance. Every pupil takes part in at least one drama production per year.
Through play and performance pupils develop a sense of ease in public situations. Every student will enjoy the opportunity to play a role in a class assembly and an annual production within every year.