Our aims in teaching Drama and Performing Arts are that all children should:

• study and enjoy a wide range of theatrical genres, periods, practitioners and approaches to the theatre
• develop a range of cross-curricular skills
• have opportunities to develop their personal development and self-expression
• develop transferable skills that pupils will need in the future
• participate in a learning environment that is safe and promotes a growth mindset
• contribute to class activities and feel valued
• develop their practical skills in Drama
• develop their voice, movement, use of gesture, facial expression and have opportunities to develop characterisation
• work with others; giving and receiving constructive criticism
• use a range of drama strategies (on script and off script) express themselves and share their ideas and opinions
• be creative and write scripts for a range of purposes and audiences
• feel motivated in their learning and have fun!