Perform drama classes for 4-7s
Perform's 4-7s drama class runs every Saturday at St Andrew's Hall, Albert Road, Caversham (RG4 7AW), with two slots: 9:30am–11am and 11:15am–12:45pm. Both run during term-time only. Every child is entitled to one free trial session, which you book in advance by phone or online.
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About this class
Perform's Saturday classes at St Andrew's Hall take ages 4 years to 7 years up to their eighth birthday. The current term runs from 11th April to 18th July, and this summer the 4-7s are sailing aboard the Jammy Dodger in the Mermaids & Pirates theme — meeting the Seasick Pirate, singing parrot Rita Conchita and a mermaid on a mission, all on a quest to find the Sacred Coconut. Two slots are available on Saturdays: 9:30am–11am and 11:15am–12:45pm. Sophia is the Producer, with Victoria as Teacher.
Each 90-minute session is divided into three sections, all built around what Perform calls the 4 Cs — Confidence, Communication, Concentration and Coordination. It opens with Move & Feel: dances, rapid-reaction games and yoga-inspired mirroring exercises that develop physical coordination, balance and core stability. The middle section, Listen, Speak & Sing, uses specially composed songs, tongue-twisters and raps to sharpen verbal communication and listening skills. Sessions close with Create & Imagine, where children explore character, storytelling and role-playing improvisation. Class size is capped at 22 children, and two Perform staff are present throughout.
Parents don't sit in during weekly sessions, but you're kept closely in the loop. After every class, the Producer sends a weekly email describing what the group worked on. Regular personalised Feedback Forms, written by the Producer and signed by Perform Principal Lucy Quick, track each child's progress across all three parts of the session. Three times a year, family and friends are invited to Half-term Open Workshops and end-of-term Presentations where they can watch the children dance, act and sing. Classes are booked in blocks of 10 consecutive weekly sessions, with a rolling curriculum so children can start when ready.
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Can we try a session before committing?
Yes. Every child is entitled to one free trial session. You book it in advance — online or by phone — and it must be scheduled to take place within the next two weeks of term-time. Before attending, you'll need to complete and sign a registration form covering contact, identification and health details.
What does my child need to wear?
Children must purchase and wear the relevant Perform T-shirt to every session. Perform reserves the right to refuse admission without refund if the T-shirt is not worn, so it's worth getting one before the first booked class.
What happens at the end of term?
Three times a year, family and friends are invited to Half-term Open Workshops — a chance to see what your child has been working on — and end-of-term Presentations featuring dancing, acting and singing. Tickets are also available for Perform's summer West End show, this year titled Mermaids & Pirates.
What if we miss a session?
Missed sessions cannot be added to the end of a block under any circumstances. However, if you telephone Perform before 11am on the day you'd like the make-up to take place, your child can join another class — provided at least one untaken session remains at the original school.
How are classes booked and paid for?
Classes are booked in blocks of 10 consecutive weekly sessions (a 20-session block is also available). Full payment is due by the end of the first session, though a monthly Direct Debit option and end-of-term renewal are available. New customers can get £30 off their first block of 10 by joining Perform's mailing list. Childcare vouchers are accepted and a bursary scheme is available. Refunds are not offered for weekly workshop sessions.
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