Research reveals the positive impact of drama on a child’s physical, emotional, social and cognitive development.  Each week students will be engaged in a variety of drama games and activities, culminating in several performance opportunities during the year including our Annual Concert and Presentation evenings.

Drama classes can benefit all children in many ways,  including:

·        Enhancing self-confidence and self-esteem

·        Improving ability to work in cooperative groups

·        Develop empathy for others

·        Development of imagination and critical thinking.

·        Self Discipline: Drama games and creative movement improve self-control.

·        Physical fitness: Movement in drama improves flexibility, coordination,  balance and control

·        Memory:  rehearsing and performing words, movements and cues.

·        Concentration:  playing, practicing and performing develop a sustained focus of mind, body and voice which also helps in other school subjects and life.

·        Communication skills: drama enhances verbal and nonverbal expression of ideas.  It improves voice projection, articulation of words, fluency with language and persuasive speeech. 

·        Problem solving:  improvisation fosters quick-thinking solutions, which leads to greater adaptability in life.

·        Emotional outlet : play and drama games allow students to express a range of emotions.  Agression and tension are released in a safe, controlled environment.

·        Relaxation– many drama activities reduce stress by releasing mental, physical and emotional tension.

·        Fun:  Drama brings play, humor and laughter to learning – this improves motivation and reduces stress.

TINYS DRAMA 6-8

JUNIOR DRAMA 9-11

SENIOR DRAMA 12+

Age groups may vary due to class numbers and abilities.  Children may be placed in groups outside the stated age groups where appropriate.