The Drama department is a thriving and dynamic environment where students develop an enduring passion for the subject. Drama is offered from Upper III (Year 7) to Upper VI (Year 13) (including at GCSE, A level and IB), taught by experienced and inspiring subject specialists with backgrounds in performance, direction and the study of theatre as an academic discipline. Independent learning, resilience and attention to detail are essential, preparing students for future study in a range of academic disciplines, while accompanying them on a journey of self-discovery, and allowing them to explore their creativity. Drama isn’t only about being on stage, students have a chance to explore different elements of design, develop their critical thinking and cultivate transferable skills such as public speaking, teamwork and project development.
The vast majority of the girls in Upper V (Year 11) at The Abbey remain for Sixth Form. Potential new Sixth Formers sit a Sixth Form Entrance Examination (comprising of 2 subject papers) at either Scholarship or Standard level. References are obtained from current Schools and candidates are invited in for interview. Offers are then made, subject to candidates meeting GCSE requirements which are typically: 8 subjects at 5 / Grade B or above with 7/ Grade A or above in subjects to be studied at A level or Higher Level IB. If the subject is only available in the Sixth Form, a 7 /Grade A or above in relevant subjects will be expected e.g. in Maths for Economics.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £21,750 |
| Address | 17 Kendrick Road, Reading, RG1 5DZ |
The Drama department is a thriving and dynamic environment where students develop an enduring passion for the subject. Drama is offered from Upper III (Year 7) to Upper VI (Year 13) (including at GCSE, A level and IB), taught by experienced and inspiring subject specialists with backgrounds in performance, direction and the study of theatre as an academic discipline. Independent learning, resilience and attention to detail are essential, preparing students for future study in a range of academic disciplines, while accompanying them on a journey of self-discovery, and allowing them to explore their creativity. Drama isn’t only about being on stage, students have a chance to explore different elements of design, develop their critical thinking and cultivate transferable skills such as public speaking, teamwork and project development.
The vast majority of the girls in Upper V (Year 11) at The Abbey remain for Sixth Form. Potential new Sixth Formers sit a Sixth Form Entrance Examination (comprising of 2 subject papers) at either Scholarship or Standard level. References are obtained from current Schools and candidates are invited in for interview. Offers are then made, subject to candidates meeting GCSE requirements which are typically: 8 subjects at 5 / Grade B or above with 7/ Grade A or above in subjects to be studied at A level or Higher Level IB. If the subject is only available in the Sixth Form, a 7 /Grade A or above in relevant subjects will be expected e.g. in Maths for Economics.