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Build Confidence, Communication and Performance Skills
At Marple Hall School, Drama is a thriving and successful subject that extends far beyond the classroom. Alongside our curriculum lessons, school productions, clubs and enrichment opportunities, we are proud to offer students the chance to undertake private LAMDA tuition.
LAMDA lessons provide students with an exciting opportunity to develop their acting, public speaking and communication skills while working towards nationally recognised qualifications. Under the guidance of experienced industry professionals, students can build confidence, improve their performance skills and develop valuable life skills that will benefit them in education, employment and everyday life.
LAMDA stands for the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, one of the UK’s most respected drama schools.
LAMDA examinations are the speech and drama equivalent of music grades, offering a structured pathway for students of all ages and abilities.
Through practical performance and communication tasks, students develop:
Students can choose from a range of examination pathways, including Acting, Speaking Verse and Prose, Public Speaking and other communication-based disciplines.
LAMDA qualifications are externally assessed and recognised internationally. Higher-level qualifications can also contribute UCAS tariff points, making them a valuable addition to a student’s academic profile.
Perhaps most importantly, LAMDA equips young people with skills that support success both on and off the stage. The ability to communicate clearly, speak confidently and present ideas effectively is invaluable in school, university applications, interviews and future careers.
We are delighted to work with two highly experienced tutors who bring a wealth of professional industry knowledge to our students.
Naomi is an experienced LAMDA specialist tutor and professional actor. Alongside her extensive work preparing students for LAMDA examinations, she has enjoyed a successful acting career with credits including Coronation Street, Casualty and Downton Abbey.
Naomi has a strong track record of supporting young performers to achieve examination success while helping them develop confidence, resilience and a genuine love of performance. Her lessons provide a supportive and encouraging environment where students can flourish both creatively and personally.
Jennifer Hennessy is a professional actor and writer from Stockport with an extensive career across television, theatre and radio. Her screen credits include Coronation Street, Doctor Who, Call the Midwife, Sherwood, The Office, Waterloo Road and Dickensian. She has also worked as a writer on the BBC drama Doctors.
Jennifer’s wealth of experience in the performing arts industry gives students a unique insight into professional acting while supporting them to become confident, skilled and expressive performers.
Students who participate in LAMDA tuition often see benefits across many areas of school life, including:
LAMDA tuition is suitable for students with a passion for acting and performance, as well as those who simply wish to become more confident communicators.
LAMDA tuition is coordinated by Mr Dean Osgood, Curriculum Leader for Drama
Interested in Joining?
If your child would like to begin LAMDA tuition at Marple Hall School, please contact Mr Osgood to register your interest.
Further information regarding lesson arrangements, availability and tuition fees can be found in our LAMDA information letter.










