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New Era Academy

 

  • Since 1941, New Era has offered a syllabus designed to promote personal development together with the communication, presentation and performance skills needed to operate successfully in the contemporary world.
  • The Academy offers examinations in speech and drama, solo verse speaking, reading, choral speaking, spoken English, public speaking, English as a second language, mime,  recital, improvisation, acting, interview technique, musical theatre and bible reading.
  • Students of all ages (from primary to higher education) are sure to find an examination that suits them. The early grades for young students are designed to encourage the skills of reading, memorising and conversation. At the upper level, diplomas in both performance and teaching are available in several subjects.
  • The syllabus can be used, if desired, by a school or collage, to accord with the key stages of the English National Curriculum. It is possible however for, for students to take examinations at any level of progression according to their needs, ability and circumstances. Due caution is expected of course: students should not aim too high, too fast.
  • These examinations can influence holistic and cross-curricular learning: promote self-enrichment, stimulate research skills and investigative interest, new ideas and ways of thinking; develop imagination and creativity and the exploration of new cultures. They can instill a love of literature and drama in students who might otherwise lack such an opportunity.

  • Those with special educational needs can benefit, e.g. the slow reader can gain confidence through performance and develop language skills; success in mime can benefit the shy or teach the over-confident or hyperactive the discipline of economy and silence.
  • Mature students and professionals can gain the skill and confidence to present themselves in both formal and social contexts in any of the subjects, particularly in the spoken English, public speaking, improvisation, and interview technique examinations.
  • Whether it is for personal enjoyment or fulfillment, or academic achievement, our syllabus has something for them.
  • If you have a student with special needs please call us and we will be delighted to see if we can provide for them.
  • If you wish to find out more please contact Miranda Jacobs (Examinations Director) on 01903 629045

 


 

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