Drama and Theatre

Fourth Form (Years 7 and 8)

All pupils in Lower 4 and Upper 4 participate in weekly lessons where they are encouraged to discover their dramatic potential - creative, physical and linguistic. These vital junior years form the foundation of the subject, lending a firm focus on skills, communication and creative exploration.



Lower 4 are taught in class groups where the focus is on getting to know one another, communication, drama skills and fun! The course is entirely practical and allows pupils to explore vocal, physical, directorial and creative skills.

Lower 4 pupils ‘cut their teeth’ in performance as part of Gather in June where they stage short, scripted group performances.

In Upper 4, pupils participate in one double drama lesson per week on a half-termly rotation with the Music department. The focus during this year is still upon practice but also gives pupils a grounding in theatre - practitioners, production and performance, as well as terminology and theatrical styles.

We try to facilitate for all pupils in the Fourth Form to view live theatre as part of their course.