Our Story

I’m the founder of Drama Club Salisbury, Make & Create, and Make, Create, Perform & Grow – a collection of drama and creative clubs built on care, creativity, and a genuine passion for working with children.

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As a qualified nurse, Ofsted-registered childcare provider, and mum of two, I understand how important it is to know your child is in safe, nurturing hands. That’s why everything I offer is built around high standards, imagination, and fun.

I’ve loved performing since I was five – from playing Gretl in The Sound of Music, to taking multiple LAMDA exams, and later joining a local amateur dramatics group as an adult. Drama has always played a big role in my life, and I’ve seen first-hand how it helps children grow in confidence, communication, and creativity.

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How It Started

When I couldn’t find a high-quality, child-focused drama club for my daughter Alice, I created one. We began with just six children – and now have 26 young performers preparing for our first production: Robin & the Sherwood Hoodies, hosted at Chafyn Grove Performance Hall.

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Around the same time, I launched LAMDA lessons at Alice’s school. They’ve since grown to over 40 students across Gomeldon and Pitton primary schools, many of whom are confidently preparing for their first exams.

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A New Direction – Bringing Creativity to Life

The idea for Make & Create began during an after-school session at Chafyn Grove Pre-Prep. After one session dressing up and being royalty, I carried on the theme the following week by decorating crowns. Even though the children were only 5 to 7 years old, they were completely focused and proud of their work.

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It reminded me of crafting with my own children – how precious those creative moments are, and how hard they can be to manage when life is busy. I wanted to give families more of those moments, without the stress or prep.

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Registered. Qualified. Trusted.

To expand what I offer and provide longer, more immersive workshops, I applied for Ofsted registration – a prestigious and nationally recognised qualification with high expectations for care, safeguarding, and learning.

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It took hard work and formal childcare training, but now I can confidently deliver extended sessions, accept childcare vouchers, and offer parents the assurance that their children are in the care of a trained, experienced professional – not just a super-enthusiastic drama leader (though I’m that too!).

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Make, Create, Perform & Grow

This is where it all comes together – themed workshops that blend drama, crafting, and imaginative storytelling. Children create their own props, characters, and narratives, then bring it all to life through performance and play.

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Younger groups enjoy sessions like Adopt a Dog (Teddy) or Be a Healthcare Professional for a Day. Older children explore rich themes like Space, The Magical Forest, or Mystery Island, with more scope for storytelling, collaboration, and theatrical expression.

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What I Believe

At the heart of everything I do is one clear purpose:

To create joyful and enriching experiences for children; Where they are welcomed just as they are, inspired to explore their creativity and feel fully supported with warmth, encouragement and care.

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