In Drama, students will explore and use a variety of techniques to create meaning, and will explore the issues and complexities of the world around them, whilst developing empathy and tolerance.

They will develop performance skills, which will help to increase confidence, as well as numerous transferable skills such as teamwork, creativity, self-discipline and perseverance. Drama often places students out of their comfort zone, encouraging them to take risks and enabling them to grow as resilient individuals.  

Through the review of their own and others’ work, students will become reflective and analytical learners who develop their responses to evaluation and feedback and deepen their understanding of what contributes to effective drama. 

Extracurricular opportunities such as the school production (photo above is from 'School of Rock', performed in July 2024), drama clubs and a variety of trips are created to encourage an appreciation and foster a love of live performance. 

Details regarding the curriculum can be found below. If you have any queries, please get in touch with our Joint Heads of Drama; Mrs S Gwynne, sgwynne@stcatherines.college or Mrs K Farrier, kfarrier@stcatherines.college.