Delight in Shakespeare

Delight in Shakespeare develops children’s enthusiasm for drama, storytelling and heritage text and ensures they have a strong foundation in Shakespeare before moving on to secondary school.

Over seven weeks, children take ownership of a Shakespeare play (Macbeth, Romeo & Juliet, A Midsummer Night’s Dream or The Tempest) as they work towards performing their unique version to family and friends.

Beginning with an interactive professional performance by Guildford Shakespeare Company, children work with professional actors and their teacher to develop a range of theatrical skills, use Shakespearean language, and design sets, props and costumes.

Wellbeing

87% of participating children enjoyed their experience.

Learning

72% of children eligible for Pupil Premium increased academic outcomes.

Creative

91% of children eligible for Pupil Premium increased artistic outcomes.

Delight in Shakespeare Evaluation Reports

Closing The Gap

Evaluation Report 2022-23

Delight Evaluation Report

Evaluation Report 2020-21

Delight Evaluation Report

Evaluation Report 2020-21

“I thought the project was unbelievable. I learnt to say my words clearly. I liked that we all supported and helped each other.”

“We saw a boost in confidence from some children, and the biggest surprise were the children that had flat out refused to take part.”

“It feels amazing to be performing and it makes me happy to put a smile on people’s faces.”

“One child has dyslexia and in the past would never have dreamed of reading aloud in class but she is now reading the same book at the rest of the class.”

“It was amazing as a brother to watch, and to think I'm year 8 and they are in year 4. They will probably be better than me eventually.”