Testimonials

Here are some of the comments we have received about the various work that we do.

We have had provision from Mainstream for over ten years. In that time we have been extremely pleased with the level of service provided. Providers come in to deliver drama and singing classes with the children during school times as part of our PPA cover and for after school activities. The service is reliable and on the odd occasion when our usual teacher is unavailable there is a replacement. Staff are ready to listen to requests. Work is tailored to fit in with current topics so that we have cross curricular teaching. During classes children are able to shine in different ways so enhancing their confidence and enjoyment of school.

Sharron White, Deputy Headteacher, Denton West End Primary School

The Mainstream Theatre Arts company has provided our pupils with excellent opportunities to develop a wide range of skills. I have seen considerable changes in pupil confidence, self esteem and performance skills with dramatic improvements in their acting skills. The comprehensive modules have culminated in fantastic performances which have been shared and celebrated with both parents and staff. I would wholeheartedly recommend the company to deliver both quality curricular and extra-curricular performing arts education.

C R Jones, Deputy Headteacher, Lacey Green Primary School, Wilmslow

Mainstream Drama provides a rich variety of learning-based activities for children across the primary range. Punctual and consistent support by a single instructor has enabled children to gain maximum enjoyment and make good progress with their learning. Adding focused drama lessons to our curriculum has allowed us to provide a quality learning opportunity for our children in addition to freeing up staff time for planning and preparation.

Stuart Harris, Deputy Headteacher, Park Road Primary School, Timperley

Comments from teachers on our theatre-in-education

Obviously well-planned and delivered with expertise. The children gained more from this than six weeks of lessons.

A very enjoyable workshop day that made the pupils think about the social issues as well as the statistics. Some very good support material as well which covers all the subjects within the National Curriculum.

Pupils thoroughly immersed themselves in the play making them fully aware of the dangers of alcohol. Gave children opportunity to use their creativity, humour and show powers of working co-operatively.

The drama was wonderful. Sensitive issues raised with great sincerity and thought.

Excellent attempts at involving all pupils, even SEN. Many of our children lack confidence to speak out & ‘act’—it was great to see this & they greatly appreciate an opportunity to see ‘live theatre’.

Everything about the day was excellent.

Covers a great deal of PHSE and issues we tackle in assembly time.

A fantastic day. The children absolutely loved it. Very well organised from start to finish. Loved the mixture of drama, hotseating, performance etc.

The whole day was a good follow on from the work completed in class on this issue. A great day which has obviously helped to deepen the knowledge the children already have.

Comments from pupils on our theatre-in-education

I really enjoyed the day, I think most things should be learnt this way.

I think it was fantastic and other schools will too. Brill!!

I thought everything was good and nothing was poor. I learnt quite a few things even that my parents didn’t even know.

I think it was the best way to learn because I didn’t even know I was learning but when the end come I knew loads of things.

It was a good way to learn about alcohol because we did plays about it and it was like it was really happening.