Schemes of Work
Twice each term, Drama & Theatre publishes five online schemes of work written by experienced teachers and examiners, which are available exclusively to our Full Membership, Digital Membership and Schemes of Work subscribers. They cover Key Stages 2-5 across a variety of exam boards and specifications, providing indispensable content for your classroom teaching.
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SubscribeDevising in the style of Frantic Assembly
KS 5
This scheme of work is designed to lead A level AQA Drama and Theatre students through Component 2, Creating Original Theatre and the process of devising in the style of Frantic Assembly.
The Working Notebook: Top tips on how to prepare
KS 5
This is a guide to creating the Working Notebook that is the written coursework that accompanies the devising unit for AQA A Level Drama.
Myths and Legends
KS 2
This scheme of work introduces students to the theme of myths and legends, taking in three of the best-known and most entertaining tales: Pandora’s Box, Beowulf and the legend of Robin Hood.
The Reflective Report: Top tips for preparing students and structuring the written coursework
KS 5
My students approach the Reflective Report in stages throughout the course, finishing it so that it is ready for the examiner to take away with them on the day of the Component 3 practical exam.
Behind the headlines
KS 2
Although physical newspapers - and their headlines - are less omnipresent these days, they still play a part in spreading news.
Metamorphosis by Steven Berkoff
KS 5
This scheme of work is designed to explore the play Metamorphosis by Steven Berkoff and can be used alongside the AQA course. The scheme of work explores the play practically and makes links to the...
The Highwayman by Alfred Noyes
KS 2
This Drama unit is based on a narrative poem, The Highwayman by Alfred Noyes. It is often read in upper primary classes and is also appropriate for KS3 students.
Mime as if you mean it
KS 2
Miming is a skill that will stand them in good stead up the tiers of education to A level and beyond.
Naturalistic approaches to text at KS5
KS 5
This scheme aims to create work with A level learners that is truthful and believable, by exploring and applying naturalistic approaches to Jim Cartwright’s Two and Sera Moore Williams’ Burning...
A Christmas Story by Brian Wildsmith: Exploring literature through Drama
KS 2
Aimed at KS2 students who read the book as a whole class, the scheme uses a wide variety of games and drama techniques as well as introducing students to subject-specific drama terminology. This...