Drama classes are incredibly beneficial to children because they support many academic skills and personal skills. For example, drama can improve literacy skills as well as build confidence and boost creativity.

I have teamed up with a prep school in Putney to explore more of the benefits that drama classes offer to children…

Improves literacy skills

During drama classes, children will learn how to follow a script when acting. Not only will this help to improve your child’s reading skills, but it will also introduce them to different ways of using language, extend their vocabulary and improve their pronunciation. Script reading and writing exercises will also help to enhance your child’s spelling and punctuation.

Helps to build confidence

Drama classes are ideal for building confidence. Speaking clearly and confidently doesn’t come naturally to all children. However, these skills can be learnt and practiced through drama. Drama lessons often require children to perform in front of their classmates; which is a really great way to build confidence. It gives students an opportunity to step out of their comfort zone in a safe and structured environment.

Encourages teamwork

Drama encourages teamwork within a class. The ability to work as part of a team is an important skill for children to learn, because it helps them to form friendships and work together in order to achieve a shared goal. Furthermore, in drama classes children will experience different opinions and perspectives. This will teach children how to respect, support and encourage each other.

Introduces new skills

Drama also provides lots of opportunities to experience ‘behind the scenes’ activities. For example children can help to make costumes or get involved in set design. School shows also provide an opportunity for students to help with lighting and sound. Furthermore, children will learn about famous plays and movies and may even get into script writing.