Pupils rewarded with top marks in LAMDA exams

A Totnes independent day school is celebrating after its pupils all received outstanding results in their LAMDA examinations.

Children at St Christopher’s Prep School and Nursery at Staverton in South Devon, which accepts children between the ages of three and 11,  all achieved either a merit or a distinction for their exams.

LAMDA, which stands for London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, is open to anyone and encourages learners of all ages to develop a love of literature, poetry and drama. It is renowned for helping people gain confidence in performance, speech and  communication.

Commenting on the results from LAMDA, Alexandra Cottell, Head at St Christopher’s, said:  “I am absolutely delighted - what a fantastic achievement!  The age of the children who took part ranged from six to 11 years and the exams were a mixture of Solo Introductory Levels to Grade 1 Acting Duologues and Group Devising Drama. 

“This is a very high level for children of such a young age and we are so proud of them all. LAMDA has always been highly valued at St. Christopher’s and we are seeing more and more children choose to take this additional opportunity.   

“All of the children should be so pleased with their incredible achievements, and I know they are already looking forward to their next performances!”

St. Christopher’s was established in 1991 and moved to its present site at Staverton in 1993. The school occupies 19th Century stables and barns converted to provide a delightful setting in which to learn, surrounded by the beautiful South Hams countryside. The school was established by Jane and Greg Kenyon and the same family still own St Christopher’s. It was originally founded as a Nursery school but very quickly, in accordance with parental demand, grew organically into the highly successful Prep school, accepting children from age 3 to 11, it is today.

Its children are the heart of the school community and its Christian ethos promotes an atmosphere of trust, kindness and care which is essential for them to truly flourish. It is proudly non-selective creating an inclusive and nurturing environment. From a young age children benefit from being engaged by staff who are experts and enthusiasts in their field, thus creating enquiring minds in the children they teach.