Laughter and connection are key to creating an environment where pupils feel safe to explore, express, and take risks and drama is a brilliant way to achieve this, offering not only fun but also a deep and lasting impact on children’s confidence, creativity, and communication skills.
However, many primary teachers – especially those without a background in drama – may feel hesitant to incorporate it into their lessons.
This is where headteachers can make a real difference by encouraging teachers to use drama techniques that are simple, effective, and accessible for all classrooms. In this article, I describe three drama games for primary school teachers to try.
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