Drama is a vibrant part of life at Ashfold, giving every child the chance to shine—whether on stage or behind the scenes, working on costumes, set design, or special effects. We encourage all pupils to take part as often as possible, helping them to build confidence, develop creativity, and refine their performance skills.

Productions & Performances

We stage a variety of drama productions throughout the year, including:

• Form 6 Play (Autumn Term)
• Form 3 Production (Spring Term)
• Form 4 & 5 Production (Summer Term)
• Pre-Prep Christmas Nativities (Autumn Term)
• Junior Performances throughout the year

Our Drama team works closely with the Director of Music to produce performances of an exceptionally high standard, ensuring each production is a memorable experience for both performers and audiences alike.

Drama Lessons & Workshops

From Form 1 (Year 3) onwards, pupils enjoy weekly drama lessons with a specialist teacher in our Performance Studio. We also organise theatre trips and host drama workshops, welcoming guest teachers from Perform Drama School and professional actors from the Young Shakespeare Company.

Our Drama Masterclass meets weekly to support older pupils preparing for drama scholarships to leading independent senior schools.

By Form 6 (Year 8), pupils have gained valuable experience performing on stage, in assemblies, and in events such as our annual Poetry Recitation Competition—helping them develop skills that will serve them for life.

LAMDA at Ashfold

Ashfold is an official LAMDA exam centre, allowing pupils to take their exams in a familiar and supportive environment. The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) is the UK’s oldest drama school and offers practical exams in communication and performance subjects.

We offer individual drama lessons, with LAMDA courses covering:

• Acting
• Verse and Prose

Many of our pupils take up this opportunity and achieve outstanding results - click here to book LAMDA lessons.

Drama at Ashfold is not just about performance—it’s about building confidence, creativity, and communication skills that will last a lifetime.