Literacy Through Storytelling and Drama

• Wednesday 21st November 2012 10:30am - 4:30pm
• Toynbee Studios, 28 Commercial Street, London E1

Course Tutor: David Farmer Stories and storytelling are crucial to helping children make sense of their world. This one-day INSET course provides a wealth of stimulating activities and approaches for bringing oral storytelling alive in the primary school, adding a new dimension to literacy and improving speaking, listening and writing. You will participate in tried and tested story games and drama activities which will enthuse children and deepen understanding of story structure, characters and description. Participants have the opportunity to work with drama consultant David Farmer, network with colleagues to discuss common problems and devise solutions to take back to school.

'Loved all of it! All the games were great. Working and sharing ideas with others is always useful.'
- David Harwin, Course Participant, March 2012.

'The day was pacey, fun and full of brilliant ideas which I will pass onto staff in our up and coming INSET on creativity.'
- Jo Preece, Course Participant, March 2012. 

• Explore active and interactive ways of improving children’s speaking, listening and thinking skills
• Discover cross-curricular approaches using writing, storytelling and drama activities
• Participate in a wealth of activities and games to play with words and explore storytelling techniques
• Find ways to develop children's (and your own) confidence as oral storytellers
• Play 'Whoosh!' to explore stories by Shakespeare
• Full notes are provided so that you can concentrate on fully participating in the day
• Attendance Certificates presented

This one-day CPD course is suitable for staff from schools and other organisations as well as freelancers. It will benefit both those who are new to drama and those with more experience, who are looking to refresh their skills with a group of like-minded people. It takes place at Toynbee Studios in London on Wednesday 21st November 2012.

If you have any enquiries, please email David Farmer or telephone 01603 465973 or 0797 321 7876.

Booking Details

Standard Fee (£165): The standard fee is £165 per participant There is a 10% discount for each additional colleague from the same organisation. NB Please complete and return the booking form below with your purchase order or payment. An official invoice will be dispatched and payment can be made by cheque, BACS or using the Buy Now button below.

What to bring

Comfortable clothing to move in. Light refreshments are included and at lunchtime we usually walk a few minutes to eat a delicious lunch at Leons at Old Spitalfields Market (lunch not included).

Toynbee Studios is part of the Toynbee Hall complex at 28 Commercial Street, London E1. Download directions to Toynbee Studios by car, tube, bus, train or bike.

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Cancellation

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'Great day and good value for money. I know lots of colleagues that would benefit from the inspirational ideas for bringing the curriculum to life. Can't wait to share it all with them!'
Rachel Berry, Course Participant, February 2009

'I thought that you created an atmosphere of trust and cooperation. Everyone was willing to fully participate in every activity and no one felt inhibited. It was an extremely enjoyable day where I learnt a lot. Those days don't come by very often.'
Diana Smith, Assistant Head Teacher, Course Participant, May 2009.