Our Performing Arts curriculum is designed to help pupils succeed in dance, drama and music by encouraging commitment, effort and perseverance. Through structured and purposeful practice, pupils develop the skills, confidence and creativity needed to grow as performers, gaining both technical ability and a strong creative understanding. We believe pupils learn best by doing. Practical exploration, rehearsal and performance are at the heart of lessons, allowing pupils to apply their learning in meaningful ways.
Carefully sequenced experiences and clear subject knowledge help pupils to create, refine and perform with confidence, ensuring every student experiences a genuine sense of achievement and pride in their work. The curriculum plays a key role in developing pupils’ confidence and self‑belief. Pupils are encouraged to take creative risks in a safe and supportive environment, helping to build resilience and support emotional wellbeing. Working collaboratively with others helps pupils develop strong communication skills and a positive enjoyment of creative expression, fostering a lifelong appreciation of the performing arts.
Our aim is to develop pupils who are:
Confident – able to perform, present and express themselves with growing assurance
Creative – able to generate, develop and refine ideas through practical exploration
Collaborative – able to work effectively with others, respecting different ideas and roles
Ultimately, the Performing Arts curriculum aims to nurture confident, creative and collaborative actors, dancers and musicians, preparing pupils for further study, performance opportunities and future pathways both within and beyond the arts.
