Building Confidence, Communication, and Creativity
Education at Helen O'Grady Academy Pakistan goes beyond reading textbooks. It's about tapping the confidence, creativity, and communication of a child, skills necessary not only for academic excellence but for life itself.
Our world-renowned Academic Programme for Speech and Language Development is a forward-thinking, age-suitable curriculum that has been changing the lives of children in more than 40 nations, and it's here in Pakistan too.
Here in this blog, we deconstruct our entire academic curriculum at Helen O'Grady Academy, discussing each level's purpose and composition, and how it enables your child to thrive through the use of drama.
What sets Our Curriculum apart?
Contrary to conventional academic models, the Helen O'Grady curriculum for Speech and language development employs speech as learning tools to cultivate:
Verbal and non-verbal communication
Confidence in public speaking
Creative thinking
Emotional intelligence
Teamwork and collaboration
Each level is designed to correspond to the child's developmental stage, ensuring learning is fun and meaningful.
The Helen O'Grady Academic Programme: A Stage-by-Stage Guide
1. Kindy Programme (3–5 years)
Learning through play and imagination
This foundation level introduces toddlers to group play, voice control, and body movement, all in imaginative and fun ways.
Key areas of focus:
Developing social skills
Learning to take instructions
Building motor coordination
Introduction to storytelling and expression
Activities include: drama games, mime, music and movement, and short role-playing.
2. Lower Primary (Ages 5–8)
Fostering early Speech and language development
At this level, children start constructing ordered ideas and stating them confidently.
Key areas of focus:
Developing vocabulary
Building sentence construction
Simple acting and improvisation
Building confidence in group situations
Activities include: short scripted plays, creative movement, expression games, and storytelling.
3. Upper Primary (Age 9–12)
Becoming more independent in thinking
This stage hones their capacity for speaking clearly, performing confidently, and innovating under pressure.
Key focus areas:
Modulation and clearness of voice
Role-playing and character development
Delivery of speeches and dialogue
Emotional and social intelligence
Activities include: full-length improvisations, brief monologues, drama exercises, and speech practice.
4. Youth Theatre (Ages 13–18)
Refining stagecraft and personality development
This is an advanced level that is for teenagers who want to develop their personality, leadership, and stage presence.
Key focus areas:
Communication and presentation skills
Advanced acting and script analysis
Group leadership and collaboration
Use of drama for career and personal development
Activities include: drama performances, debates, character studies, and mock interviews.
5. Adult Programmes (18+)
Drama for life skills and professional Speech and language development
Tailored for students of the university, professionals, and even parents, this program provides soft skill enhancement through interactive drama techniques.
Key focus areas:
Communication in the workplace
Overcoming stage fear
Interview and presentation skills
Emotional awareness and body language
Why Choose Helen O'Grady in Pakistan?
Helen O'Grady Academy is not about becoming a better performer; it's about becoming a more confident, expressive, and empowered person.
Here's why parents, schools, and students throughout Pakistan choose our program for Speech and language development:
Internationally recognized curriculum
Trained drama teachers
Safe, creative, and inclusive classroom environment
Fun-learning that develops real-life skills
We have partner schools in major cities and also conduct private studio classes.
FAQs
1. Does Helen O'Grady provide any certification?
Yes, students are given performance reports and certificates after each term, and they get chances to perform in showcases and productions.
2. Do I need some prior acting experience to join?
In no way at all! Our program caters to all levels of experience, from complete beginners to confident performers.
Ready to See Your Child Thrive?
We are the best place your child can grow emotionally, socially as well and intellectually. Helen O'Grady Academy Pakistan can be your best choice.
Visit our academic programme page:
https://helenogrady.com.pk/the-academic-programme/
Call us today to register or collaborate with us for your school's program
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