Art, Drama and Music

Drama

To develop their imaginations, creativity, and self-confidence, children of all ages are actively encouraged to be involved in a variety of dramatic activities. All pupils also have the opportunity to participate in plays, recitals and seasonal performances held throughout the school year. Drama and dance lessons are taught by enthusiastic specialists throughout the school. Frequent theatre visits are also arranged for pupils in order to foster an interest in drama.

Art and Design

To develop their powers of observation, technical skill, presentation and creativity, all children at Long Close participate in art and craft activities. Children are exposed to a rich variety of technique and medium, using the many facilities available to them at the school, including our own kiln.

Design Technology plays an ever-increasing role as the children move up through the school. Pupils are given the opportunity to work individually, and in groups, on a variety of design projects, when they learn to experiment with different materials and to evaluate their own work.

Music

Every pupil is involved in class music as an integral part of the curriculum. In addition to this there is the opportunity to join one of our choirs or musical groups, such as the recorder group or orchestra.

Individual tuition is available in chosen instruments from the many visiting music teachers, and children are encouraged to enter the Associated Board examinations.