Drama and Music are not only taught from Year 9 as subjects, and offered at GCSE and A Level (Theatre Studies is available as an A Level rather than Drama) as qualifications, but we offer a range of busy and popular clubs, performances and activities in both disciplines.
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We regularly invite leading professional musicians and drama specialists to run masterclasses and workshops. There is further support with free classes in music theory and links with external organisations. The Drama and English Departments run regular theatre trips to both regional and national productions.
Scholarships are available in Music and Drama at 13+ and Sixth Form.
Being involved in Drama gives much more than the production itself, pupils develop confidence, public-speaking and team skills. Working with a large group, they learn patience and tolerance and understanding of others’ perspectives. At Wycliffe, pupils are involved back-stage with music technology, costumes and workshops, as well as front of house performances. We offer formal qualifications in GCSE Drama, A Level Theatre Studies, or LAMDA speech and drama examinations, as well as the Youth Theatre and Drama Clubs. Each year, there is a full School production in January and throughout the year, the Houses take part in House Drama competitions.
We encourage pupils to get involved in Music outside of the classroom and meet with each pupil when they first join to gauge their musical experience and interest. Extra-curricular musical activities include: Chapel Choir, Orchestra and smaller ensembles like Guitar Group and Flute Group. We aim to provide something for everyone, exploring a wide range of musical styles.
We have a busy programme of concerts, ranging from intimate Teatime Concerts and Gig Nights, to large school concerts and external performances, as well as the hugely popular House Music competitions.
Our specialist peripatetic teachers provide individual tuition on a wide range of instruments, with over 120 lessons taking place each week. A high proportion of our pupils hold music qualifications, and some learn an instrument without working towards an exam.
Many pupils are actively involved in the opportunities available for hearing and playing music, studying literature and art, and visiting the theatre. They clearly appreciate non-material aspects of life.
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Dear Rendcomb Families,
We are deeply saddened by the news that Rendcomb will close at the end of the academic year. Our thoughts are with all the pupils, families, staff and alumni of Rendcomb college at such a difficult time.
We are honoured to have been invited to work in partnership with Rendcomb in supporting families and pupils as you consider your next steps. We understand the care, sensitivity, clarity and respect you need during this transition and the Wycliffe community will work in collaboration and compassion with each individual family.
If you would like to arrange a personal and confidential conversation with our Admissions Team, please contact admissions@wycliffe.co.uk or What's App 07968 423609
