Weekly Class Information
We have 4 different age groups for our classes. We understand that every child is different and we are not strict about moving to the next age group as soon as they are of age. We work with parents & children to a pace that suits. Our class info below should help to understand our objectives for each group. The main focus is always "to have fun"
HERE'S WHAT YOU CAN SIGN UP TO
5-7yrs
This class is to challenge and inspire. With activities like silent scenes, prop integration, and mini-musicals, young performers will enhance their creativity, coordination, and confidence, ready to shine on stage. Join us for a fun and enriching experience!Our activities vary according to our term pattern but children will enjoy:
Storytelling activities through role play & improv
Detailed choreography
An introduction to script work
Freeze frames
Working with props
Vocal techniques & basic harmonies
Learning outcomes
At Lemon Jelly, our performing arts programs for 5-7 year olds focus on nurturing creativity, improving coordination, and building confidence. Through fun and engaging activities, young children learn basic dance steps, simple acting techniques, and expressive movement. They develop better listening skills, enhance their ability to follow instructions, and gain the confidence to perform in front of others. These early experiences in performing arts help foster a love for creativity and self-expression that can last a lifetime.
Progression Journey
Children from this class progress onto the 8-10Yrs academy where they participate in similar activities but in greater depth. They are also introduced to LAMDA from aged 8 (an opportunity to take exams) Their script work is in greater depth, enhancing literacy skills and creativity. Choreography is more structured and challenging.
8-10yrs
This class will push young performers to the next level. Participants will dive into advanced storytelling, intricate dance routines, and sophisticated vocal techniques. We focus on creativity, coordination, and confidence, preparing kids to shine on stage & in life. Activities include silent scenes, prop integration, and producing mini-musicals with multiple scenes. With a focus on expressive movement, rhythm patterns, and costume design, our program fosters creativity, coordination, and confidence, preparing kids to shine on stage. Join us for an exciting and transformative journey in the performing arts! We introduce children to LAMDA exams through the acting syllabus at this stage.
Learning outcomes
By participating in Lemon Jelly’s performing arts program for ages 8–10, students will develop expressive movement and storytelling skills, confidently using their voice, body, and props to convey emotions and ideas. They will learn to integrate rhythm and musicality into performances, collaborate effectively on multi-scene mini-musicals, and explore costume design to enhance creative storytelling. Through activities like silent scenes, improvisation, and prop-based exercises, children will build confidence, empathy, and teamwork, while gaining professional acting foundations through the LAMDA syllabus. This program nurtures creativity, coordination, and stage presence, empowering young performers to shine in every aspect of their craft.
Progression Journey
To progress to the FUSION stage in the Lemon Jelly performing arts program, children aged 8–10 will build a strong foundation of skills to tackle advanced challenges. They will demonstrate confidence in performance, articulate delivery, and expressive movement, preparing them for nuanced acting techniques. Experience with multi-scene mini-musicals will equip them for longer, more intricate scripts and deeper character work. By developing creativity through improvisation, prop use, and costume design, they will gain independence and problem-solving abilities. Strengthened teamwork and leadership skills will prepare them for ensemble and directing roles, while familiarity with the LAMDA syllabus lays the groundwork for higher-grade exams. This ensures a smooth transition to the teenage program, ready to refine their craft and take on more complex roles.
11+ FUSION
Our Drama and Musical Theatre programs for teenagers are designed to refine and elevate their performance skills. Students will master complex storytelling techniques, advanced choreography, and sophisticated vocal training, including harmonisation and solo performances. Our program builds advanced skills, confidence, and stage presence, preparing teens for professional and academic opportunities. They'll tackle high-level improvisation, deep character analysis, and method acting. Activities include silent scenes with nuanced emotion, intricate prop usage, and producing full-scale musical numbers with layered scenes. Emphasis on expressive movement, rhythm mastery, and professional-grade costume and set design will push their creative boundaries. LAMDA is highly encouraged at this stage.
Learning outcomes
Advanced performing arts activities in FUSION focus on developing high-level acting, directing, and public speaking skills. Students will master improvisation, deep character analysis, and method acting to deliver authentic, emotionally nuanced performances, including silent scenes and layered full-scale musical productions. They will enhance rhythm mastery, expressive movement, and professional-grade costume and set design, pushing creative boundaries. Directing skills are cultivated through leading scenes and managing complex productions, fostering leadership and collaboration. Public speaking confidence and stage presence are honed through vocal control, articulation, and commanding performances.
Progression Journey
With the LAMDA syllabus highly encouraged, students build a professional foundation in acting and directing, preparing them for advanced qualifications, higher education, and future careers in the performing arts and life!
3-5yrs Tots
Lemon Jelly is a fun and nurturing performing arts class for children aged 3–5 years. Designed as an introduction to movement, music, and expression, each session builds confidence through familiar routines, imaginative play, and gentle structure. With a strong focus on enjoyment and participation, Lemon Jelly helps children develop independence, listening skills, and a love for performing arts, all while having lots of fun along the way.
Learning outcomes
Lemon Jelly classes are a fun and nurturing space for children aged 3–5 to grow in confidence, independence, and joy. Each session starts with a friendly circle time where children can share their news, helping them feel proud and confident speaking in front of others. With familiar warm-ups and calming cool-downs, children feel safe and secure while exploring movement, imagination, and play. Each term focuses on different developmental skills, supporting communication, coordination, creativity, and social confidence, all wrapped up in lots of smiles, giggles, and fun.
Progression Journey
Lemon Jelly (ages 3–5) provides the stepping stones into our 5–7 performing arts classes. Children move from playful exploration and shared routines into more focused group work, developing the confidence to listen, follow instructions, and take part independently. As they grow, they become ready to learn more structured dance steps, simple acting techniques, and expressive movement, with increased opportunities to perform and work as part of a team. This smooth progression ensures children feel confident, capable, and excited as they take the next step in their performing arts journey.
Holiday workshops
Our holiday workshops are designed to give children an exciting, creative boost outside the school term. Through fun, fast-paced drama, dance and performance activities, they make new friends, learn new skills and experience the joy of working as a team. Each workshop is planned with purpose, so while children feel like they’re having the best time, they’re also building confidence, resilience and a love for Performing Arts that lasts long after the holidays end.
LAMDA
LAMDA 1:1 sessions and our intensive workshops offer focused, personalised training that helps children sharpen their speaking skills, improve clarity and develop real confidence in communication. Whether preparing for an exam or wanting a deeper challenge, these sessions give children targeted support, clear progression and the chance to achieve recognised qualifications, all delivered in a nurturing, encouraging environment.
What We Do (And Why It Works)
Production Term
A unique range of activities for those interested in producing work, filming, podcasts, choreography, script work and putting together a whole production.
Production term classes provide young minds with the tools and confidence to excel in the creative field. Some of the activities throughout this term include; staging a production, script editing, podcast creation, music videos and as many different creative ideas that the children can think of, all guided and assisted by our fab team of teachers.
Technique Term
Developing skills and releasing confidence. We develop and nurture so many skills during this term: Dance, Drama, improvisation, LAMDA, Singing, Musical Theatre.
Whether it's dance, acting, musical theatre, or public speaking, our expert training will elevate your skills and boost your confidence. Join us and discover the difference the right techniques can make in your performance.
Performance Term
We're not just about putting on a show, we're about helping you build life skills while pursuing your passion for the performing arts!
Students have the opportunity to perform in so many exclusive shows with Lemon Jelly. Performance term not only gives you a moment to shine but also the experience of being part of the show process. The buzz, the atmosphere, the forever memories. Read our blog post on collective effervescence to see why we love show term so much!
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