QCA GUIDELINES:

The QCA state that Shakespeare education at Key Stage 3 should include:

"At least one play by Shakespeare: The study of Shakespeare should be based on whole texts and provide an experience of the play in performance (eg through drama techniques, acting out key scenes, watching a performance in the theatre)."

At Shakespeare 4 Kidz, we strive to match our education products to this as closely as possible while making the experience fun and inclusive for all.

OUR AIM: To bring to life through professional actors the two scenes set for Key Stage 3 S.A.T. making them accessible and fully understood.

CONTENT: This is a supportive and informative 1 hour session which is aimed to assist pupils with their Key Stage 3 S.A.T. on Shakespeare. Two skilled professional actors, with teaching knowledge and experience, focus on the two set scenes selected for Key Stage 3.

First, pupils interact with the unique and easily understood Shakespeare 4 Kidz version of the scenes. This is then gradually substituted by Shakespeare’s language, once the foundation of understanding is in place.

The questions that are explored adhere to S.A.T. questions on character empathy, atmosphere and mood, and directorial choices. These questions are investigated practically, through group interaction. A question and answer consolidation then closes this session.

CHOOSE FROM:

• The Tempest
• Much Ado About Nothing
• Richard III

Go to the QCA website for the latest information on the Shakespeare Paper and the 2007 Set Scenes

The 2008 Set Scenes have now been announced

The 2009 and 2010 Set Plays have now been announced