Performing Arts
A warm welcome from the Performing Arts department, the home of expressive arts in Dance, Drama, and Music. The PA team at MTS are truly world class, highly experienced and industry led educators. The team provide the tools for all our students to flourish and grow, which in turn enable all to succeed; as they journey toward becoming, not only creative citizens but, our future leaders.
Creative and expressive arts provide a platform to elevate every student in building confidence, enhance their creative skills output and a structured time to underpin a growth mind set approach; which fundamentally can accelerate students’ academic study and levels of attainment. The performing arts curriculum throughout primary and secondary is designed to support the fundamental key skills which enable our future leaders a platform to grow through the key attributes required in becoming the change makers of tomorrow and taking their place as the future leaders within our global industries.
At Metropole we recognise that not every student will want to peruse career as a performing artist, that is why we integrate practical High Performance Learning attributes throughout our curriculum, this keeps the work truly relevant for all learners and aligned with the vision of Metropole.
MTS Performing arts students come curious, but leave inspired!
The departments expectation throughout whole school performing arts is respect. It is the key element which allows students to grow, learn, take risks, collaborate and step into their creative power.
All students at MTS have the opportunity to take part in whole school production, with various events throughout the year to show case and celebrate the gifts of all our students, such as music concerts and dance & drama festivals. Gifts of all our students, such as, school based events, national competitions and international accredited workshops
Metropole has a wide variety of expressive arts extra-curricular activities; these are available from Year 3 and above. Most ECA’s include awards and examinations which can be undertaken, all at additional cost to school fees, these include:
- CMA Centre for Musical Arts: One-to-one and group instrumental and singing lessons available
- UDO Academy: Commercial Street dance, Jazz and ballet, including teaching qualification
- Urdang Musical theatre: Musical theatre group lessons
- LAMDA: one-to-one Communication and confidence examinations
ECA - What we offer
Welcome to Metropole School, where we celebrate the diverse talents and interests of our students through an array of enriching extracurricular activities. Our offerings include opportunities for every student to explore their passions and develop skills in activities such as the dynamic Dance Crew, vibrant Primary and Secondary Choirs, exhilarating Musical Theatre productions, engaging Public Speaking workshops, playful Theatre Fun sessions, creative Claymotion lessons, specialized Acting for Screen classes, collaborative Band ensembles, and inspiring Musical Instrument Clubs.
Participation in these activities not only enriches our students' school experience but also cultivates essential life skills such as teamwork, creativity, and self-expression. Students have the chance to showcase their talents and achievements at various events throughout the year, including performances, competitions, and showcases within the school and broader community.
At Metropole School, we are dedicated to providing a supportive environment where every student can thrive and discover their unique strengths. Our extracurricular programs are designed to foster a sense of belonging and accomplishment, encouraging students to explore new interests and pursue their passions with confidence.
Join us at Metropole School and unleash your potential through our diverse and dynamic extracurricular activities. Whether on stage, behind the scenes, or in the spotlight, there's a place for everyone to shine!
Curriculum Primary Performing Arts
Key Stage 1
In Years 1 and 2, students receive one music lesson and one drama lesson per week. Our KS1 curriculum focuses on developing a fundamental understanding of performing arts through engaging, practical, and hands-on activities.
Key Stage 2
From Years 3 to 6, students participate in one Performing Arts lesson per week. Our KS2 curriculum operates on a carousel system, allowing students to explore Dance, Drama, and Music with specialist teachers throughout the academic year. Building on the foundational skills acquired in KS1, the KS2 curriculum introduces specific skill sets to prepare students for more advanced Performing Arts lessons in Key Stage 3.
Curriculum Primary Performing Arts
Key Stage 3
In Years 7 to 9, students receive two hours of Performing Arts education each week. Our students benefit from the expertise of specialist performing arts teachers who are dedicated to their respective subjects.
Throughout the academic year, students rotate between Dance, Drama, and Music each half term. This rotation ensures that all students have the opportunity to explore and develop their skills in each discipline, fostering a well-rounded and comprehensive performing arts education.
Key Stage 4
At KS4, students have selected their options and begin their GCSE courses. Here at Metropole, we offer all Performing Arts subjects as a subject choice at GCSE.
Drama
For Drama, we follow the Edexcel specification. In this course, students devise performances from appropriate stimuli, appraise the playscript "DNA," and perform monologues, duologues, and group pieces over the 2-year course. Throughout the course, students will have the opportunity to perform to audiences, compete in external competitions, and participate in trips.
Dance
For Dance, we follow the AQA specification. This course encompasses choreographing, performance, and dance appreciation over the 2-year period. Students will have opportunities to perform to audiences, compete in external competitions, and go on trips.
Music
For Music, we follow the Edexcel specification. In this course, students compose, perform, and appraise selected pieces of music. Like Drama and Dance, the Music course includes opportunities for students to perform to audiences, compete in external competitions, and participate in trips.
All three performing arts subjects include written exams at the end of Year 11. These exams are set by the examination boards and contribute to the final overall grade of the students' GCSEs.
