Drama

Although not taught as a separate subject at Kindergarten (Foundation Stage) and in the Primary School, Drama as a mode of learning is key to many of the activities, such as participation in role play, and when students are encouraged to make up their own stories and take part confidently in imaginative play.

In Key Stage 3 in the Secondary School, the UK National Curriculum (http://www.qcda.gov.uk/) for Drama is followed.

In Key Stage 4 in Years 10 – 11, students may choose to continue with Drama at GCSE level. A summary of the GCSE Drama syllabus, and further information about all subjects offered in Years 10 and 11 are provided in the IGCSE Prospectus, which may be downloaded here. The full syllabus for GCSE Dramamay be found by visiting the Edexcel website (http://www.edexcel.com) and locating the subject via its name and/or subject code.

In Key Stage 5 in Year 12 Drama and Theatre Studies may be studied at GCE AS Level, and in Year 13 at GCE A Level. A summary of the GCE AS Level and A Level Drama and Theatre Studies syllabuses, and further information about all subjects offered in Years 12 and 13 are provided in the AS & A Level Prospectus, which may be downloaded here. The full syllabus for AS and A Level Drama and Theatre Studies may be found by visiting the Edexcel website (http://www.edexcel.com) and locating the subject via its name and/or subject code.