Drama – Vale of York Academy

Curriculum subject: Drama

Curriculum Leader: R Nicholson
email: r.nicholson@voy.hslt.academy

Curriculum quote:

Curriculum intent

Curriculum sequence/plan/model:

Curriculum opportunities: Key Stage 3

Curriculum implementation:

As an Academy we have a range of clear standards and expectations of our pupils however each subject area has its own individual practices and habits that ensure that it can function to its optimum.

Curriculum delivery:

There are no set groups for drama so students with a wide range of abilities are part of all lessons. Each lesson starts with a warm up game to work on key skills needed for that lesson, followed by key questions, planning and rehearsal time. Students are encouraged to perform in front of their class most weeks. Performing can be daunting but the aim is to help students develop their confidence and be prepared for putting themselves out there for job interviews and presentations in the work place.

Homework:

KS3 – There is no formal Homework for drama. Students are encouraged to continue their learning beyond the classroom through their creative thinking, planning and progressing their ideas.

KS4 – At KS4 students are expected to be developing their characters, finding short scripts and monologues, practising exam questions and reading plays. In Y11, students are expected to organise their own rehearsals and work on their coursework in their own time.

Any homework set will be posted on Google Classroom.

The shadow curriculum:

The shadow curriculum for drama is adapted lessons that allow students to think about the topic for the term.

At KS3, lessons are heavily adapted to allow access out of the practical classroom.

KS4 centres more around key elements needed for the course and exam.

Supporting your child: