PQA Woodford runs at Caterham High School which is a secure venue with a large car park and spacious rooms for our performers to take part in their classes.


Led by Principal Elise and Vice Principal Phil, along with our industry-experienced, DBS-checked and safeguarding-trained team, we're passionate about helping young people thrive and flourish.

Students aged 6-18 take part in our unique three-hour sessions, exploring:


• Comedy & Drama: devising, improvisation, and script work
• Film & Television: screenwriting, storyboarding, filming, and acting for camera
• Musical Theatre: singing, dancing, and acting for stage

Students aged 4-6 take part in our 90 minute Poppets class:
• Poppets: an introduction to performing arts building skills and encouraging creativity

Whether your child wishes to perform on the West End or simply build their own confidence and social skills, PQA Woodford would love to welcome you along to show you what we’re all about.

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Building confidence with creative kids' classes.

Our team of industry professionals are here to help, guide and nurture your child on whichever path they choose – Comedy and Drama, Musical Theatre or Television and Film. 
In addition to the exciting opportunities available at PQA, we also offer children the opportunity to delve into other creative aspects of the performing arts industry.  Whether that be performing on-stage at His Majesty's Theatre in the West End to seeing your child's latest Film & TV work on the big screen - there's something for everyone at PQA. Take a look below at the exciting things we have coming up at PQA Woodford.

Start your PQA journey and book your free session today! We can’t wait to welcome you and your child at a session soon.

main academy
Ages 6-18
dance school
Our Main Academy sessions offer young performers, actors and filmmakers a 3-hour experience, with an hour spent in each
of our three modules.
Poppets
Ages 4-6
acting school
Our 90-minute Poppets classes introduce young children to singing, dancing, and acting, helping them build skills, and explore
new adventures together.
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PQA Woodford.

book your free session

Poppets
4 - 6 years
Saturday | 10:00 - 11:30
Places available
Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 09:45 - 13:00
Places available
free session:
We welcome children and teens to try our performing arts classes by attending a full session at no charge. Come along and discover what makes PQA so unique, meet the team and join in the fun!

Your academy Principal will let you know how to become a member after your free session. Your child’s place is held for a few days after your session, giving you time to decide if PQA is the right choice for your child.
Fees:
  • Poppets
    4 - 6 years
  • £46.00
  • per month
  • Main Academy
    6 - 18 years
  • £92.00
  • per month
  • Main Academy Sibling
  • £69.00
  • per month

how to find us?

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Term Dates.

Academy Notices and Projects.

Academy notices, projects and events at PQA Woodford
musical-theatre classes
  • Musical Theatre
  • Classes blending acting, dancing and singing.
comedy drama classes
  • Comedy & Drama
  • Acting classes in a fun, supportive environment.
film and tv classes
  • Film & Television
  • Hands-on experience in acting for the camera and making films.

Meet The Team.

principal performing arts
Principal
Elise Audeyev

Hi, I'm Elise the Principal of our Woodford Academy. I've been passionate about Performing Arts since being a child. Born in Australia, I trained in dance and drama from a young age and went on to further my studies after completing high school. After receiving a diploma in Performing Arts, at DW301 in Melbourne Australia, I went on to star in the Australian and Asian tour of "Singin' In The Rain."

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