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An Introduction to Shakespeare for Schools

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Credit to Barkston and Syston Primary, Lincolnshire
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Image shows multi-coloured shakespeare's
Image shows multi-coloured shakespeare's

Demystifying Shakespeare for Students of All Ages

FINDING THE WILL was founded in 2007 by Jules Hobbs and Richard Curnow. Jules and Richard met in 1990 at the English Speaking Theatre of Hamburg. After working with the education arm of the English Shakespeare Company and, subsequently, The Young Shakespeare Company, their passion for introducing Shakespeare to young minds took hold. Nowadays, FINDING THE WILL is increasingly known for helping children to grow in confidence, allowing them to shine, and thus raising their self-esteem. Alongside opening up their creative paths, children have ample opportunity to practise life skills such as focus, listening and commitment. We encourage all children to find their own voice, and the courage to stand up and use it (often in a second language).

FINDING THE WILL believes there are no wrong answers, only interesting ideas.

We offer Interactive Workshops and Project Weeks on six of Shakespeare’s most loved plays.

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What We Do

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Education

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Children's Cartoon version of a black cauldron with green gunk slurping over the top!

Macbeth

Children's cartoon version of a grey donkey with black hooves, eyes and fringe between the ears.

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Children's cartoon version of two thunder clouds, one light grey, one dark grey. Both with yellow zig zag lightning coming out of the bottom of them.

The Tempest

Hamlet

Twelfth Night

Romeo and Juliet

Testimonials

It has saved us a lot of time with regard to teaching. Children are completely immersed in the plays, so we’ve been able to dive in and get started right away.
Year 5 Teacher, Warwick Road Primary, Batley, Yorkshire
Thank you for sharing your love and passion for Shakespeare – the children really enjoyed your workshop as did the adults!
Year 6 Teacher, Ann Edwards Primary, South Cerney, Glos
The children have been truly enthused & energised with Shakespeare once again so thank you so much. We will definitely be snapping up another date!!!
Deputy Head, St Catherine of Siena, Birmingham
All pupils were engaged and felt listened to & included. Children who find other learning challenging were hanging on your every word!
Year 4 Teacher, St Michael's Primary, Chelmsford
The mixture of professional acting, child involvement and explanation is the perfect way to introduce Shakespeare to our Year 6’s.
Year 6 Teacher, St Mary's RCP, Hornchurch
The entire project was a complete thrill for the children from start to finish and really immersed the children in the language and structure of Shakespeare’s writing. A fantastic week all in all and one that will be cherished by the entire year group for years to come! Thank you!
Year 4 Teacher, Montpelier Primary, Ealing
As teachers, we felt empowered to tackle Shakespeare with children as young as Reception and this was down to the workshops led by FINDING THE WILL. The sessions were professional and supportive to all children. No great demands were placed on us, which meant we could keep mindful of our workload.
Head Teacher, Barkston & Syston Primary, Lincs
For us, you deliver exactly what we need. When asked to reduce the workshop to one hour due the needs of our pupils, you were able to do so. Your practitioners are professional and have infectious enthusiasm. They are inclusive and encouraging of pupils of all abilities.
English Lead, Marshfields Special Education School, Peterborough

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