KS4 Specification - AQA
The Drama department consists of three staff all of whom are subject specialists with a range of experience in theatre, television and education. In Key Stage 3 students have one lesson of Drama per week. Key Stage 3 focuses on developing specific skills that are useful to the lifelong learner such as confidence building, communication and teamwork, plus we aim to inspire and engage students in a passion and interest in performance arts - from acting to design.
GCSE Drama is a diverse and exciting course. Students comment that they feel challenged yet supported in lessons and they are encouraged to experiment with their ideas and creativity. The department strongly believe that all students can succeed in Drama and staff ensure lessons are targeted to meet the specific needs and interests of all.
A-level Theatre Studies offers students the chance to develop specific interests in performance including acting, design and directing. The course encourages students to consider the value of the arts in society and for them to consider literature, history, politics and psychology in an understanding of the importance of theatre today. Many students continue to study Theatre at university and have had success in a range of fields.
The department has two black box studio spaces, professional lighting rig and sound system. In addition, we also have the use of the School Hall with proscenium arch stage, digital projection and computerised sound system. Each year the department offers students the chance to be involved in a production and performers develop skills and an understanding of a range of theatrical styles. The department offers numerous opportunities for students to visit the theatre both locally and nationally. We have annual residential visits to London and have recently taken shows to the Edinburgh Festival receiving five star reviews.
It is a vibrant, forward thinking department where students and staff enjoy developing their learning together.
examination results
of GCSE students achieved grades 9-7
of GCSE students achieved grades 9-4
What we’ve been up to…
Show one completed! Well done to all of our cast and band! The primary school children loved it!❤️🎭 #greasedlightning @WKGS_Theatre @WKGS_Music @WestKirbyGS https://t.co/jSjf2avra3
We would like to congratulate Vivien (#WKGSY7) who has just completed 3 weekends at County Swimming Championships. She achieved medal positions in 15 races + 1 gold and 3 silvers in team relays together with Anya (Y7). Overall, she claimed 2nd place for girls (age 12 category). https://t.co/XcruywnNm0
Those Magic changes sang by our very own Doody ( Izzy). #magicchanges #greaseistheword #grease @WKGS_Music @WestKirbyGS @WKGS_Theatre https://t.co/0785b4pm0B
Sneak peek at our set for Grease, we are getting so excited for show week! #Greaseistheword #set #proffesional @WKGS_Music @WKGS_Theatre @WestKirbyGS @davedevents https://t.co/Lak2DgMalW
There are still a final few tickets available for the forthcoming production of Grease. Performances are on Wednesday 8th, Thursday 9th and Friday 10th February at 7:00pm. The matinee performance is at 2:30pm on Saturday 11th February. ticketsource.co.uk/west-kirby-gra… #greaseistheword https://t.co/IPakwlb3JB
Danny and Sandy have chills and they are multiplying! It's showtime next week. Tickets are nearly sold out! #greaseistheword #yourtheonethatiwant @WKGS_Theatre @WKGS_Music @WestKirbyGS https://t.co/ZI1zF9bivH
Meet our fantastic #Pinkladies #summernights #freddiemylove #greaseistheword @wkgs_theatre https://t.co/Z7gqeCBPHj
We were delighted for our #WKGS Eco-committee this week when they were awarded the Eco-schools Global Citizens award in an online ceremony; our students show real passion about environmental and sustainability issues and we are really proud of them for achieving this award. https://t.co/XxzuKscQV4
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Grease Chorus tidying up their choreography. Two weeks till show time! #shakerocknroll #Greaseistheword Remember you can buy tickets for the Wednesday - Saturday shows (8th-11th) using this link below: ticketsource.co.uk/west-kirby-gra… https://t.co/uhyB7oETYY
I just uploaded “West Kirby Grammar School - Global Citizenship Award.MOV” to #Vimeo: vimeo.com/792179445
We are pleased to announce that our #WKGS Robotics Club is up and running with our first session taking place today. Lots of exciting projects using BBC Microbit, Servo Boards and Move Motor kits. Friday at 1:30 in C3 (D&T Block). All welcome. #STEM #Robotics #WomenInSTEM https://t.co/S6lCsCXI5D
Well done and good luck everyone. A record number of students have qualified this year. twitter.com/WKGS_Computing…
We love it when our students bring in costumes for their performances. Check out these pantomime characters! #panto #costume #Drama @WestKirbyGS @WKGS_Theatre https://t.co/TQEUq4iEec
Limited Grease tickets still available! We are pleased to offer a fully licensed bar service, along with soft drinks, sweets and confectionery. The bar will be open before the performance and during the interval with cashless payment available. Book now: ticketsource.co.uk/west-kirby-gra… https://t.co/WlM7brfQTM