Lighthouse School of Speech, Drama and Communication

Lighthouse School of Excellence

Welcome to Lighthouse School of Speech, Drama and Communication.

We specialise in teaching children and young people ages 7 – 21 drama and London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts LAMDA (Exams) in Schools.

These fantastic and broad range of classes take place in schools and community settings across South London but we have also become experts in online teaching, allowing us to reach students across the globe. Our Weekly Youth Theatre (Drama & LAMDA Classes) take place after school during term time.

From students who love acting and want to learn more about genres of theatre, to those who need to work on their English or struggle with confidence, our classes really are for everyone. We can’t wait to be part of your creative journey.

NEWS: ALL TEACHER TRAINING is now CPD CERTIFIED!!

Summer Holiday Program

July Drama & Musical Club (Ages 4–12)

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Mon 20th – Fri 24th July, 9.30am – 4.30pm
Cost: £225 (£45/day)
Early Bird: 20% off when paid in full by 20th June
(20% Sibling discount available)

August Drama & Musical Club (Ages 4–12)

Matilda!

Mon 24th – Fri 28th Aug, 9.30am – 4.30pm
Cost: £225 (£45/day)
Early Bird: 20% off when paid in full by 20th June
(20% Sibling discount available)

three young people in rags on stage acting

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LAMDA Teacher Training

Whether you are an established teacher, teaching assistant, drama enthusiast but new to the delivery of course content, the Lighthouse Teacher Training program offers an in-depth teaching of the complete LAMDA syllabi and gives valuable tips, insights into how to deliver lessons. All our training is CPD certified.

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Upcoming LAMDA Teacher Training Events:

Sunday 6th September 2026
10am – 4pm Introduction to LAMDA Teaching via Zoom £300
Sunday 13th September 2026
10am – 1pm Speaking Verse & Prose Syllabus Training via Zoom £100
Sunday 13th September 2026
2pm – 5pm Public Speaking Syllabus Training via Zoom £100
Sunday 20th September 2026
10am – 1pm Mime Syllabus Training via Zoom £100
Sunday 20th September 2026
2pm – 5pm Acting Syllabus Training via Zoom £100
Saturday 26th September 2026
11am – 3pm LAMDA Criteria Development Workshop In-Person London £200
Sunday 27th September 2026
10am – 1pm Shakespeare Syllabus Training via Zoom £100
Sunday 27th September 2026
2pm – 5pm Musical Theatre Syllabus Training via Zoom £100

Other dates and tailored courses can be requested here. Please specify which training you would like in the “Any Other Information” at the bottom of the Google Form.

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Summer Drama & Musical Clubs for Ages 4-12

July: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Dates: Mon 20th – Fri 24th July, 9.30am – 4.30pm
Cost: £225 (£45 per day)
Early Bird: 20% off when paid in full by 20th June (use Pay in Full link)
(20% Sibling discount available)
Pay in Full CLICK HERE
Can’t pay now but want to secure your place? Pay our £45 non-refundable deposit, with remaining £180 to pay by Mon 13th July: CLICK HERE

August: Matilda!

Dates: Mon 24th – Fri 28th Aug, 9.30am – 4.30pm
Cost: £225 (£45 per day)
Early Bird: 20% off when paid in full by 24th July (use Pay in Full link)
(20% Sibling discount available)
Pay in Full CLICK HERE
Can’t pay now but want to secure your place? Pay our £45 non-refundable deposit, with remaining £180 to pay by Mon 17th Aug: CLICK HERE

Location: Haberdashers’ Hatcham Free School, Pepys Site, Pepys Road, London, SE14 5SF
Children from all schools and settings are welcome.

Led by experienced and industry professionals from the Lighthouse team, who’ll create a warm, supportive and confidence-building environment:
Jo Wilson – Lighthouse director and drama teacher at Bessemer Grange Primary School, Haberdashers’ Hatcham Free School, James Allen’s Girls’ School, and more.
Ana Riquelme – Drama teacher at Haberdashers’ Hatcham Free School
Rosa Hamilton – Drama teacher at Haberdashers’ Hatcham Free School
Katie Quinn – Drama teacher at St Mary’s and St John’s School
Tommy Chambers (Matilda! only) – LAMDA teacher at James Allen’s Girls’ School

Don’t miss out, book today!

Places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and spaces fill up fast – book now so your child doesn’t miss out! Early Bird discount only applies to the Full Pay option.