Schools
Unlock Drama CIC delivers innovative, preventative theatre projects across Primary, Secondary, SEMH, SEND, PRU, and Academy settings. Our interventions aim to disrupt the school-to-prison pipeline by equipping young people with the skills they need to thrive both socially and emotionally.
We work inclusively with all young people — including those with additional educational needs, those identified as being at risk of exclusion, and those with safeguarding or welfare concerns. Through drama-based workshops, we build confidence, strengthen interpersonal skills, promote emotional literacy, and encourage positive peer relationships.
Our creative programmes address real-world issues such as bullying, gang culture, violence reduction, racism, social media safety, and mental health. Unlock Drama’s interventions help improve classroom engagement, reduce behavioural incidents, and create a more positive, supportive school environment — enabling every young person to reach their potential.
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feedback from schools
“Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity. Your team were fantastic and the students really enjoyed the workshop. I have never seen some of these students so engaged before.”
“I have more faith in myself to do stuff, Student.”
“I’ve become more respectful to others.”
“I’ve learnt how to work with people I don’t know.”
“I think it’s the confidence that’s it’s given the students and the teamwork. Hopefully they’ll take this back into the school.”
“It’s amazing to see how well they listen to you guys and how focused they all are.”
“Yes, I would [recommend this to other schools] because I feel like it can get a lot of children out of their shell. Even me, I wish I’d had something like this in school. It gives them the chance to be themselves and explore their personalities a bit more.”
“They had issues before, they’ve actually worked together brilliantly.”
“The fact that they come back, commitment. You can normally get them to do something one time. I haven’t even had to ask some to come back. Less disruptive behaviour around the school because they’re here.”
“[My favourite moment from the project was…] The scenes on the final day.”
“Fun and enjoyable.”
“I can express stuff more because I don’t open up ever.”
“I believe in myself more.”
“More confident. I didn’t know I was good at drama.”
“I’m good at sitting down in one spot for longer.”
“When asked if they would do a drama project again and why, one participant said Yeah, if I had time it helps with self-esteem talking in front of people.”
“Yeah definitely recommend it, to similar schools. I think it’s a case of broadening curriculum and self-regulating their behaviour in a less controlled setting.”
“Yes I’d recommend it, it’s fun. You keep the kids (at risk children) entertained.”