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Croydon Academy<\/h1>\n\n

Our mission at Drama Kids is to give your child an educational experience that is as transformative as it is fun. Students are encouraged to explore their imaginations and develop their confidence and communication skills in a welcoming classroom setting. Discover your local studio to book in your child\u2019s classes below.<\/p>\n

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Please take a look at the studios we currently manage.<\/h2>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n
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Banstead<\/h4>\n

Banstead Community Centre, Civic Centre, The Horseshoe, Bolters Lane, Banstead, SM7 2BQ<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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\n Combined Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n \n Autumn Term\n (5 – 11 yrs)\n Thursday\n <\/strong>\n

17:00 – 18:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Youth Theatre<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n \n Autumn Term\n (11 – 18 yrs)\n Thursday\n <\/strong>\n

18:00 – 19:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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Beckenham<\/h4>\n

St John’s Church, 251 Eden Park Ave, Beckenham, BR3 3JN<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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\n Combined Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n \n Autumn Term\n (5 – 11 yrs)\n Monday\n <\/strong>\n

17:00 – 18:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Youth Theatre<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n \n Autumn Term\n (11 – 18 yrs)\n Monday\n <\/strong>\n

18:00 – 19:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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Chipstead<\/h4>\n

The Courtyard Theatre, Longshaw, Hazelwood Ln, Chipstead, Coulsdon, CR5 3QU<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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\n Upper Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n \n Autumn Term\n (8 – 11 yrs)\n Friday\n <\/strong>\n

16:15 – 17:15<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Youth Theatre<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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17:30 – 18:30<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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Croydon Park Hill<\/h4>\n

St Matthew’s Church, Chichester Road, Croydon, CR0 5NQ<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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\n Lower Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n \n Autumn Term\n (5 – 8 yrs)\n Thursday\n <\/strong>\n

16:00 – 17:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Upper Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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17:00 – 18:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Youth Theatre<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n \n Autumn Term\n (11 – 18 yrs)\n Thursday\n <\/strong>\n

18:00 – 19:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Crystal Palace<\/h4>\n

Penge Baptist Church, 121 Maple Road, London, SE20 8LP<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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\n Combined Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n \n Autumn Term\n (5 – 11 yrs)\n Saturday\n <\/strong>\n

10:30 – 11:30<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Youth Theatre<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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11:30 – 12:30<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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Norbury<\/h4>\n

Downsview Methodist Church, Downsview Rd, Upper Norwood, London, SE19 3XH<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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\n Lower Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n \n Autumn Term\n (5 – 8 yrs)\n Wednesday\n <\/strong>\n

16:00 – 17:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Upper Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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17:00 – 18:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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Purley<\/h4>\n

St John The Baptist Church, 48 Dale Road, Purley, CR8 2EF<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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\n Combined Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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17:00 – 18:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Youth Theatre<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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18:00 – 19:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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Reigate<\/h4>\n

Reigate Priory Junior School, 73a Bell St, Reigate, RH2 7AN<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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\n Combined Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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11:00 – 12:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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Sanderstead<\/h4>\n

Methodist Church, 104 Limpsfield Rd, Sanderstead, South Croydon, CR2 9EF<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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\n Combined Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n \n Autumn Term\n (5 – 11 yrs)\n Friday\n <\/strong>\n

17:00 – 18:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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18:00 – 19:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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Selsdon<\/h4>\n

Greenvale Primary School, Sandpiper Rd, Selsdon, South Croydon, CR2 8PR<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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10:00 – 11:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Thornton Heath<\/h4>\n

Thornton Heath Leisure Centre, 100 High Street, Thornton Heath, CR7 8LF<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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\n Lower Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n \n Autumn Term\n (5 – 8 yrs)\n Monday\n <\/strong>\n

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\n Upper Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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Waddon<\/h4>\n

Waddon Leisure Centre, Purley Way, Croydon, CR0 4RG<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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\n Lower Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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16:00 – 17:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Wallington<\/h4>\n

The Centre Wallington, Milton Rd, Wallington, SM6 9RP<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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\n Lower Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n \n Autumn Term\n (5 – 8 yrs)\n Wednesday\n <\/strong>\n

16:00 – 17:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Upper Primary<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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17:00 – 18:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\n Youth Theatre<\/strong> \n <\/div>\n\n
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\n \n Autumn Term\n (11 – 18 yrs)\n Wednesday\n <\/strong>\n

18:00 – 19:00<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n \n

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West Wickham<\/h4>\n

Wickham Hall, Sussex Rd, West Wickham, BR4 0JX<\/h6>\n <\/a> \n \n
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Why Drama Kids?<\/h3>\n\n

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Weekly classes near you<\/h5>\n

Local sessions that fit around your family routine.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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A structured drama programme<\/h5>\n

Our award-winning syllabus supports every child’s growth stage, week after week.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Build confidence and communication<\/h5>\n

Children gain the skills to speak up, work together and shine in any situation.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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A friendly, inclusive environment where every child feels valued and encouraged.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Meet the team<\/h3>\n\n \n\n\n\n

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