KS4 Specification - Edexcel
The Music department at West Kirby Grammar School consists of two teachers, who are subject specialists plus a visiting team of instrumental tutors who are all experienced and well qualified professionals. There are two teaching rooms, four practice rooms and a recording studio. The teaching rooms include an apple mac suite with access to industry standard technology and equipment.
At Key Stage 3 all students study Music and it can be continued at. Music is also available at A-level. Students in Years 7 - 9 are given a wide musical education which includes singing, performing, original composition, listening and musical appreciation, historical context, basic music theory, music from non-Western cultures, workshop experiences and live performances wherever possible.
At Key Stage 4, GCSE Music students study a broad range of musical genres while also honing their performance and composition skills. Students achieve highly with 83% achieving grade 9-6. A-level Music is an increasingly popular option and in recent years, students have entered degree courses at the universities of Oxford, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Cardiff and the Royal Northern College of Music.
Extra Curricular Music
There is a wide range of extra-curricular activities at lunchtimes and after school and are directed by the two music teachers at the school and by our instrumental team. These include Junior Singers, Junior Players, Guitarchestra, Chamber Orchestra and Chamber Choir. We have a regular series of concerts and lunchtime recitals; also competitions, productions and tours abroad.
examination results
of GCSE students achieved grades 9-7
of GCSE students achieved grades 9-6
of GCSE students achieved grades 9-4
what we've been up to...
We would like to congratulate Vivien (#WKGSY7) who has just completed 3 weekends at County Swimming Championships. She achieved medal positions in 15 races + 1 gold and 3 silvers in team relays together with Anya (Y7). Overall, she claimed 2nd place for girls (age 12 category). https://t.co/XcruywnNm0
We are delighted to share in the success of our students outside of school. Gabby (#WKGSY10) has just accepted the position of Junior Captain 2023 at Hawarden Golf Club. She has been playing at the club for over 7 years and is also on the Denbighshire & Flintshire girls' squad. https://t.co/5q1YoOPYJx
Our set has arrived and we are ready!! @WestKirbyGS #schoolmusical #musicaltheatre #greaseistheword https://t.co/yM2HKuWkk9
Grease is the word 🙌🏻 here’s some behind the scenes of our cast. @WestKirbyGS #greaseistheword #schoolmusical #musical https://t.co/NxgoARCFCW
There are still a final few tickets available for the forthcoming production of Grease. Performances are on Wednesday 8th, Thursday 9th and Friday 10th February at 7:00pm. The matinee performance is at 2:30pm on Saturday 11th February. ticketsource.co.uk/west-kirby-gra… #greaseistheword https://t.co/IPakwlb3JB
Amazing achievement Emilie (#WKGSY13) twitter.com/WKGS_PE/status…
We were delighted for our #WKGS Eco-committee this week when they were awarded the Eco-schools Global Citizens award in an online ceremony; our students show real passion about environmental and sustainability issues and we are really proud of them for achieving this award. https://t.co/XxzuKscQV4
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We are always delighted to share in the success of our pupils outside of school. We are especially proud of Lili (#WKGSY8) who was crowned Welsh Judo Champion for her age group at the end of last year! Well done for such a fantastic achievement. Good luck in future competitions. https://t.co/R3xr8eu1Hp
Our Grease production is on its way to the main stage! 🎭🎼 Main hall assemblies this week have seen a snippet of what’s to come with a performance of ‘Freddy My Love’ accompanied by our school band! #greaseistheword #musical #community @WestKirbyGS @WKGS_Theatre https://t.co/6g3st7K2yb
I just uploaded “West Kirby Grammar School - Global Citizenship Award.MOV” to #Vimeo: vimeo.com/792179445
We are always delighted to share in the success of our pupils outside of school. Lili (#WKGSY8) has excelled at Judo, becoming a successful Pre Cadet competitor. At the end of 2022 Lili was crowned Welsh Champion for her age group! Amazing effort, well done! https://t.co/m9t3QKmOSp
We are pleased to announce that our #WKGS Robotics Club is up and running with our first session taking place today. Lots of exciting projects using BBC Microbit, Servo Boards and Move Motor kits. Friday at 1:30 in C3 (D&T Block). All welcome. #STEM #Robotics #WomenInSTEM https://t.co/S6lCsCXI5D
Well done and good luck everyone. A record number of students have qualified this year. twitter.com/WKGS_Computing…
Limited Grease tickets still available! We are pleased to offer a fully licensed bar service, along with soft drinks, sweets and confectionery. The bar will be open before the performance and during the interval with cashless payment available. Book now: ticketsource.co.uk/west-kirby-gra… https://t.co/WlM7brfQTM