At Burlington House School, Performing Arts gives every learner the opportunity to be courageous in their creativity. Through weekly Drama and Music classes, students engage in a dynamic, multi-sensory learning experience that nurtures self-expression, collaboration, and confidence.
We are proud to offer bespoke SEND teaching and learning strategies, ensuring that all learners can access the curriculum in ways that suit their individual needs. Our Performing Arts curriculum is adapted and personalised, resulting in high pupil engagement and consistently strong outcomes.
Through games, improvisation, music-making, and collaborative projects, learners develop essential performance skills while building their stage presence and self-assurance. These experiences also nurture a range of transferable skills that support wider learning and prepare students for life beyond the classroom, including:
- Communication and active listening
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Creative thinking and problem-solving
- Empathy and emotional intelligence
- Resilience and adaptability
- Time management and self-discipline
- Leadership and initiative
Each term, students apply these skills as they work towards exciting, high-quality performance projects that showcase their growth, imagination, and creativity.
Performance Highlights by Term
Autumn Term
Prep Pantomime
Festive Concert
Spring Term
Film Showcase
Comedy Cabaret
Summer Term
Prep Production
Festival of Colour
Meet Our Performing Arts Teachers
- Drama Teacher – Ms Mara Leah
- Music Teacher – Ms Maria Blasco
1:1 Peripatetic Lessons
In addition to class-based learning, we offer 1:1 peripatetic (peri) lessons with trained professionals. These sessions provide students with personalised tuition in specific disciplines, enabling them to explore their passions and progress at their own pace. Lessons can also lead to accredited qualifications, such as LAMDA.
Available Lessons & Instructors:
- LAMDA Communication – Mrs Francesca
- Drums – Mr Aran
- Singing – Ms Stephie
- Piano – Mr Sebastian
These sessions enrich the curriculum and provide valuable opportunities for students to develop confidence, discipline, and technical skill in a one-to-one setting.
