Drama and Theatre
at Helena Romanes School, Dunmow · school or sixth form
What the college says
The course is a creative subject that encourages students to be self-managers and team workers. Students will use explorative strategies to enhance and develop their understanding of play texts, considering their original performance conditions and possible interpretations.
What you need to get on
5 GCSE's including English and maths at grade 4 or above. Grade 5 is required in either English and Grade 5 in GCSE Drama.
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Helena Romanes School and Sixth Form Centre
Parsonage Downs, Dunmow, CM6 2AU
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Dunmow
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