Vision:
The Drama department at Wykham Park provides students with the key qualities it takes to be human. We explore the key skills of communication, collaboration and concentration. Students’ interpersonal and social skills develop through the study of drama. We want to provide students with the skills needed to express our feelings in a positive and reflective manner whilst allowing students to develop an analytical understanding of the needs of others.
The curriculum focuses upon Drama being a subject that allows students to take risks in a safe environment, think critically and work collaboratively to explore the arts and its place within society. Students explore ideas and concepts involving putting themselves in other people’s shoes which helps them empathise and understand experiences alien to their own. The environment within the department is fully inclusive allowing students to thrive in a practical setting which builds their confidence, creativity, curiosity and resilience, thus allowing them to further their own sense of identity and belonging in order to be prepared for an ever changing society. Students will be taught by experienced teachers.
There is an extra-curricular offer with opportunities for students to gain experience as professional actors, performers, directors and technicians. The hope is to develop this further to include more performances in and out of school. A yearly main school production provides the opportunity for the whole school to be involved with all aspects of creating and performing.
There is a strong sense of collaboration across all year groups. We wish to provide and enhance opportunities for all students in terms of their cultural capital, this is done through their study and through trips & visits, exploring positive communication skills and potentially working with industry professionals.
For a detailed overview of how our vision underpins the progression of learning across all key stages, please refer to our Performing Arts Curriculum Provision Map
Head of Subject:
Elise de Lancy Green
edelancygreen@wykhampark-aspirations.org