Impact Report from Winterton Federation

The Winterton Federation

Impact Statement.

The Jean Freedman funding ensured that children in Year 4 are able to receive Whole Class

Instrument Teaching as all Year 4 children learn to play the Ukulele. How does this impact on the

music curriculum? Well, through their lessons children have an exciting music experience and are

now able to enjoy the excitement of ensemble playing gaining the skills and knowledge needed to

progress in music.

“I like playing the Ukulele and learning new songs.” – Year 4 child

“I want to learn a different instrument now.” – Year 4 child

“I really enjoyed playing in the church in the Summer Soiree – even though it was a bit scary.!

“Can I join in and learn too?” – Teacher

It has been great to see that some children are further inspired to take up learning another

instrument because they have this experience.

At the Winterton Federation we aim to give our children are varied musical experience and this

funding allowed us to ensure that all children have the opportunity to learn an instrument. Learning

in this type of environment gives children more confidence and self-esteem. Our children have taken

part in a wide variety of singing ensembles in school and in the wider community. Our last two

concerts – Soirees – have been held in the local church.

This has been possible due to the Jean Freedman Foundation and further funding would enable us to

complete the Voices programme to become a singing school and build on the positive enthusiasm.