Why music and art is important to education | Heathfield Knoll
Music and art is important to education for a number of reasons. Since the dawn of time humans have been creating music and art in any way possible. From the earliest cave drawings to the modern artists, human nature is to create.
Music and art education is a brilliant way for children to learn and explore various ways to express themselves. Music and art education is vital to a child’s development and aids in the ability to become lifelong learners. Music and art education can teach children various skills without us knowing. From confidence building to social skills, motor skills and a greater understanding of the world around us. Music and art education is a key subject for children to explore.
At Heathfield Knoll we understand the importance of teaching music and art.
Training children in musical or artistic skill is something that doesn’t need to be measured by the standards of any other subject area. It is unique, and that is the beauty of it. Music and art is an intrinsic part of human existence and a unique and universal language ingrained into the human condition.
Let’s look into this subject in more detail as we explore the importance of music education and art education for school children.
Why is music education important?
Music education is important for many reasons. Studies have shown that music can help reduce stress and anxiety, as well as providing a space for children to explore different ways to express themselves.
Music education is also great for building confidence and social skills. Working collaboratively with peers in order to perform and learn a piece of music helps build these skills. It is important for children to explore various ways to express themselves and music is a tool that can be used to enhance their education. This is why Heathfield Knoll School offers music tuition to all pupils from Preshool to Year 9 when pupils pick their options. 45% pupils at Heathfield Knoll School have additional private music tuition on a variety of instruments, including music production.
Why should we teach music in school?
We should teach music in school for a number of reasons. Providing equal opportunity and access is one of the main reasons to teach a variety of subjects such as music.
Teaching music in school also helps with various skills which can be transferred to other classes, such as; developing listening skills, social skills, exploring the world and cultures, open-mindedness and problem-solving, motor skills, and more. Teaching music in school is a great way to help engage various parts of the brain, some parts of which may not always be engaged for other subjects.
Why is art education important?
Art education is important as it is another form of expression. Art can be extremely therapeutic for many children who struggle with various difficulties. Art education allows us to connect through another medium, and learn about the way artists lived via their works.
Using art education to understand the world around us allows pupils to access themes, cultures and expressions they may not otherwise understand. Having a greater understanding of the world around us helps to create empathetic members of society.
Art education allows us to explore the world and historical events through the eyes of
another. Without art we wouldn’t be able to understand our history in as rich details as we do now. Art is something that humans crave, from the earliest cave paintings to the great modern artists of our time. Exposing people and children to art provides them with a glimpse into history as well as the blank canvas to express themselves.
Why should we teach art in school?
Art education is a brilliant way for children to express themselves and explore the world. They are exposed to various cultures through artwork as well as historical events. The different types of mediums that can be used in art is another way to explore textures and help build vocabulary as children learn to describe what they see and experience.
At the start of every Art lesson at Heathfield Knoll School, pupils are encouraged to clear their minds and create some mindfulness drawings. This is a time for pupils to freely draw in their own style without constrictions just calm. This time allows pupils to regulate emotions and focus their minds ready for their lesson, which is a coping tool that can be treansffered to any situation.
Music and art education at Heathfield Knoll
At Heathfield Knoll School we make sure all our lessons are accessible to every child, no matter their musical ability or background. Children in Nursery are exposed to music and rhythm almost daily which sets the foundation of a great love and understanding for music education.
As pupils grow from Preschool (ages 3-4 years) into Lower School (Reception to Year 4) they have timetabled music lessons in a specalised music room, with a spealised music teacher. Pupils from Year 2 are taught to read music as part of these lessons. You can read about the benefits of music education in primary school here
Children in Middle School ( Year 5-8) have a wider opportunity to explore their music education with access to making music with older pupils in extra curricular activities and learn a wider variety of musical instruments including ukulele, guitar and keyboard.
Once children reach Upper School (Year 9-11) and Sixth Form they are able to choose which area of music they wish to pursue further with options of GCSE Music or Level 2 Music Technology and A Level Music.
Here at Heathfield Knoll we believe that music and arts education is just as important as academics. School should offer as many opportunities as possible to children to help them learn about themselves, the world around them, as well as the necessary skills to function in the modern world. For more information on our curriculum
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