Gain a confidence which will carry and support you throughout life
Our Speech, Drama and communication classes help to build confidence, develop individual performance skills and provide an opportunity to practise communication and presentation skills – essential life-skills for the world of work and beyond!
Our classes cover creative drama, improvisation, poetry, movement, mime, voice-work and public speaking. While learning and developing a range of techniques, students develop their personality, interact with their peers, enjoy new skills and most of all have lots of fun, in a safe and creative environment. From this, students gain a confidence which will carry and support them throughout their lives.
We recommend that students participate in Speech and Drama Exams & Public Speaking Exams with LAMDA or Trinity London. We also encourage students to enter Speech and Drama Festivals which are part of The British Federation of Festivals.
With small class sizes for individual attention, students benefit from a supportive and focused learning environment. Speech and Drama classes are incredibly valuable for young people in developing creativity, building confidence and essential life skills in a fun and creative way. We believe that students can reach their full potential when they overcome the fear of public speaking and have strong communication skills.
Drama also nurtures empathy and develops students’ emotional intelligence. Students study a range of literature which allows them see things from different perspectives.
Classes are suitable for students aged 4+
Little Voices (4 - 8 Years)
Little Voices (4 - 8 Years)
Little Voices (4 - 8 Years)
Skills Developed:
- Confidence and Self Expression: Encouraging students to speak clearly and confidently in front of others
- Speech and Language: Building Vocabulary, articulation, and clarity
- Listening and Focus: Teaching students to actively listen and respond thoughtfully
- Imagination and Creativity: through storytelling, improvisation, and role-play
- Collaboration and Social Skills: working in pairs and small groups
- Emotional Intelligence: exploring feelings and developing awareness through character work and games.
Rising Voices (9 -12 Years)
Little Voices (4 - 8 Years)
Little Voices (4 - 8 Years)
Skills Developed:
- Advanced Oracy and Communication: Building clarity, fluency, and persuasive speaking skills
- Vocal Technique: Focusing on projection, articulation, intonation, and expressive voice
- Physical Expression: Using movement and body language to communicate effectively
- Improvisation and Creative Thinking: Encouraging spontaneity, quick thinking, and impromptu speaking
- Collaboration and Leadership: strengthening teamwork while giving opportunities for individual leadership within group work.
- An appreciation for literature and improving literacy skills
Students aged 12+
Advanced Classes
- Focused Medal Exam Prep - Work towards prestigious Speech and Drama medals and qualifications (Grade 6, 7 and 8)
- Smaller Groups - Get personalised tuition and targeted feedback
- Skill Advancement - Voice, Performance, Interpretation and presentation at a higher level.
- Sharpen communication, critical thinking and English skills.
- Focus on GCSE English - more challenging texts
- In person and Online Classes
Building Confidence in a Fun and Safe Enviornment
Bring out the best in your child with Speech and Drama lessons. At Ellendel School, we believe that Drama Education should provide students with the tools to express themselves creatively, develop critical thinking skills, and build self-confidence.