‘The Arts it has been said been said cannot change the world, but they may change human beings, who may change the world’ - Maxine Greene
Overview:
We believe that every child should have access to a Performing Arts Education that allows students to develop their academic, social and emotional intelligences. The Arts provide opportunities for students to develop their creative abilities in safe spaces through self-expression. Students will begin by learning foundation skills supported by historical context in Y7 right the way through to applying their understanding to the 21st century world they live in. Learners will have the opportunity to develop their knowledge and subject skills within Dance, Drama and Music which is supported by a co-curricular programme involving clubs, production opportunities and peripatetic music lessons.
We advocate for students to find their voice, become future change makers and both local & global citizens. Performing Arts offers a sense of togetherness and belonging, whether that be in the Dance Studio after school, in a Music practice room at lunch or in the lighting box during a production.
#GrowYourWings
Teaching staff:
- Mr Fellows (Performing Arts Technician)
- Mrs Surridge
- Ms Bhachu
- Mr James
- Mr Kindon
- Mr Pope
- Ms Tanisha Knight (Head of Faculty)
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Year 7 |
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Summary of curriculum: |
In year 7, pupils aim to broaden and develop their KS2 knowledge through an introduction to the foundational skills within Dance, Drama and Music. |
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Main Topics: |
Dance: The Dance Toolkit & Contact Creatives Music: The Music Toolkit & Keyboard Skills Drama: The Drama Toolkit & Page to Stage |
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Assessment throughout the year: |
Ongoing assessment throughout the year supported by two end of topic review points which assess learners in our four strands: Analysis, Creation, Performance & Evaluation. |
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How parents/carers can support their child’s learning: |
Engage in reflective discussion following lessons and undertake wider independent study using the Teams classroom facility. |
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Character enrichment opportunities: |
Refer to current co-curricular timetable to engage with additional clubs, classes and events within the faculty. |
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Year 8 |
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Summary of curriculum: |
In Y8 students build on foundational knowledge developed in Y7 continuously expanding on skills and furthering knowledge acquisition. |
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Main Topics: |
Dance: The Dance Toolkit & Embodying Repertoire Music: Samba & Ukelele Skills Drama: Theatre for Social Change & Physical Theatre |
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Assessment throughout the year: |
Ongoing assessment throughout the year supported by two end of topic review points which assess learners in our four strands: Analysis, Creation, Performance & Evaluation. |
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How parents/carers can support their child’s learning: |
Engage in reflective discussion following lessons and undertake wider independent study using the Teams classroom facility. |
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Character enrichment opportunities: |
Refer to current co-curricular timetable to engage with additional clubs, classes and events within the faculty. |
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Year 9 |
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Summary of curriculum: |
In Y9 students deepen their subject mastery even further with more emphasis place on applying skills and knowledge to more challenging areas encouraging original thinking and creation. Students in Y9 culminate with a project-based learning module where they approach the Performing Arts as a 21st century citizen exploring roles such as The Producer and The Programmer resulting in final presentations allowing enterprise and leadership skillsets to thrive. |
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Main Topics: |
Drama: Contemporary theatre Music: Music Technology Final module: Performing Arts Business |
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Assessment throughout the year: |
Ongoing assessment throughout the year supported by two end of topic review points which assess learners in our four strands: Analysis, Creation, Performance & Evaluation. The final assessment for Performing Arts Business involves final group presentations. |
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How parents/carers can support their child’s learning: |
Engage in reflective discussion following lessons and undertake wider independent study using the Teams classroom facility. |
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Character enrichment opportunities: |
Refer to current co-curricular timetable to engage with additional clubs, classes and events within the faculty. We encourage students in Y9 and above to apply for and undertake leadership roles within our co-curricular offer. |
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Year 10 |
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Summary of curriculum: |
In Y10 students who undertake the WJEC Level 1/2 Vocational Award in Performing Arts explore a vocational, GCSE-equivalent course that focuses on developing performance, creativity, and industry-related skills through hands-on learning. For Music, students will have the opportunity to explore professional repertoire, composition skills and music history. For Drama, students will have the opportunity to explore professional repertoire, devising skills, theatre design and theatre history. Students can build on their cultural capital, expand on their knowledge developed in KS3 and develop skills to equip them for the 21st century. |
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Main Topics: |
WJEC Level 1 / 2 Performing Arts Unit 1: Performance Unit 2: Creation Unit 3: Performing Arts in Practice |
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Assessment throughout the year: |
Students are assessed regularly through the year and receive PLCs from the teacher to support them in their own progress during the courses. Vocational Unit assessments include a range of written and practical tasks moderated and assessed in line with the exam board. |
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How parents/carers can support their child’s learning: |
Encourage attendance at any of our open studio spaces to undertake additional rehearsal, engage with teams' materials to support wider reading/ research and discuss PLC feedback to support reflective conversation. |
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Character enrichment opportunities: |
Refer to current co-curricular timetable to engage with additional clubs, classes and events within the faculty. Our open studio initiative is available for student led rehearsals. |
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Useful websites: |
https://www.wjec.co.uk/qualifications/level-12-vocational-award-in-performing-arts/#tab_keydocuments |
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Year 11 |
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Summary of curriculum: |
In Y11 students who undertake the WJEC Level 1/2 Vocational Award in Performing Arts explore a vocational, GCSE-equivalent course that focuses on developing performance, creativity, and industry-related skills through hands-on learning. For Music, students will have the opportunity to explore professional repertoire, composition skills and music history. For Drama, students will have the opportunity to explore professional repertoire, devising skills, theatre design and theatre history. Students can build on their cultural capital, expand on their knowledge developed in KS3 and develop skills to equip them for the 21st century. |
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Main Topics: |
WJEC Level 1 / 2 Performing Arts Unit 1: Performance Unit 2: Creation Unit 3: Performing Arts in Practice |
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Assessment throughout the year: |
Students are assessed regularly through the year and receive PLCs from the teacher to support them in their own progress during the courses. Vocational Unit assessments include a range of written and practical tasks moderated and assessed in line with the exam board. |
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How parents/carers can support their child’s learning: |
Encourage attendance at any of our open studio spaces to undertake additional rehearsal, engage with teams' materials to support wider reading/ research and discuss PLC feedback to support reflective conversation. |
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Character enrichment opportunities: |
Refer to current co-curricular timetable to engage with additional clubs, classes and events within the faculty. Our open studio initiative is available for student led rehearsals. |
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Useful websites: |
https://www.wjec.co.uk/qualifications/level-12-vocational-award-in-performing-arts/#tab_keydocuments |
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Subject contact: Miss Tanisha Knight |
enquiries@darlaston.graceacademy.org.uk |
