Developing Confident Communicators and Lifelong Learners

Speech and Drama classes will help your child feel more confident, increase their well being and equip them with vital oracy skills for the future.  

Speech and Drama is critical to the development of a child’s self-esteem, empathy and concentration. It also expands vital thinking, collaboration and communication skills.  

Our classes prepare students for all graded communication exams and festivals, part of the British Arts Festival Association.

Designed for students aged 12 and over specialising in public speaking, this class focuses on preparing for LAMDA Grades 4 and above. Learners will craft and deliver engaging speeches with clarity, confidence, and impact.

 Key skills include speech structure, persuasive language, vocal control, and audience connection. Through prepared and impromptu presentations, students will build the ability to inform, inspire, and influence — gaining communication skills that last a lifetime. 

Small group or 1:1 classes for LAMDA tuition grades 4-8

 Perfect for students who wish to develop across multiple performance disciplines, this class prepares learners for LAMDA Grades 4 and above in Verse & Prose, Public Speaking, Solo Acting, and Reading for Performance. Each term alternates focus, allowing students to experience a variety of styles while strengthening transferable skills such as voice control, text interpretation, and confident presentation. Often the next step after completing lower-grade Speech & Drama exams, this class offers variety, challenge, and the chance to become a versatile, well-rounded performer. 

 Bespoke classes that offer an encouraging environment for students to explore their imagination and develop their creative writing skills. Through engaging exercises and personalised feedback, students learn how to craft compelling narratives, develop unique characters and settings and refine their writing style. Classes cater for students of all levels and support students preparing for Entrance exams. 

Our KS3 Writing Class focuses on building essential skills in Creative and Transactional Non-Fiction writing to prepare  students for GCSE success. This comprehensive course covers structure, style, and technique, helping students master narrative, descriptive, persuasive, and analytical writing. Perfect for boosting confidence and achieving academic excellence 

  Afterschool and Holiday time tailored Tuition at Ellendel School. 

From Early Years to Secondary School, we offer tutoring to support your child at every stage of their development. 

Every year, Ellendel prepares students for highly competitive entrance exams (7+, 8+ and 11+ exams). We also offer general English tuition for all Key Stages and GCSE.

Ellendel offers 1:1 in person tuition in South West/West London areas and Online. We specialise in English, Verbal Reasoning and Interview Preparation. We also prepare students for Scholarship Applications. 

Unlike conventional tuition centres or group lessons, Ellendel works with one student at a time. That means every lesson is adapted to suit individual leaners and not bound by rigid schemes of work that may not suit each student. We believe tuition should be personalised and focused. 

 This focused online class equips students with the skills, strategies, and confidence needed to succeed in 11+ verbal reasoning tests. Through targeted practice and expert guidance, learners develop their vocabulary, logic, problem-solving ability, and speed - all essential for exam success. Sessions cover common question types, effective time management, and proven exam techniques, with plenty of opportunities for guided practice and feedback. Designed to build both competence and confidence, this course helps students approach their entrance exams with clarity and precision. .

Join from anywhere - weekly online classes