Home Education
Supporting the home education community through creativity, culture and connection
Our Home Education Programme offers a range of opportunities for home-educated young people to explore theatre, develop new skills and meet others with similar interests.
Shaped through conversations with home-educating families, the programme reflects the interests and needs of the home education community.
There will be monthly sessions offering young people the chance to explore different aspects of theatre, develop new skills and work creatively with others.
Our sessions will cover young people aged
- 7-11
- 12-16
As well as building confidence and creativity, we provide a space for young people to make connections, share ideas and feel part of a welcoming community.
Young people can attend regularly throughout the year or join individual sessions as desired.
Our 2027 Programme Dates open on 20 Nov.
We look forward to sharing details of workshops, theatre visits, masterclasses and other activities soon.
Join our Home Education Community list to be the first to hear about new dates and when booking opens.
Email: learning@norwichtheatre.org
Your contact details are held securely by our learning team and are never shared with external organisations.
FAQs
Our Home Education sessions are designed for home‑educated young people within the age range stated on each event. Activities are tailored to be age‑appropriate, creative and engaging, with a focus on participation rather than performance level.
No. No prior experience is needed. Our sessions are designed to be accessible and welcoming for beginners, with clear guidance and supportive facilitation throughout.
These sessions are not specialist SEND provision. However, we recognise that many home‑educated young people have a range of learning styles, sensory needs or access requirements.
Our practitioners are experienced in working inclusively and will adapt activities where possible. We encourage parents and carers to contact us in advance to discuss whether a session is likely to be a good fit for their child.
This session may work well for young people who:
- Are happy working in a small group
- Enjoy creative, practical activities
- Can manage a drop‑off session with support from staff
If your child requires 1:1 support, a highly specialist environment, or specific interventions, please get in touch so we can discuss this honestly with you.
This varies by event. Each listing will clearly state whether the session is drop‑off or requires a parent or carer to remain on site.
For drop‑off sessions, young people will be fully supervised by DBS‑checked Norwich Theatre staff for the duration of the activity.
Group sizes vary depending on the session, normally maximum of 15. We aim to keep groups at a comfortable, manageable size to support inclusion and positive group dynamics.
Details will be included in your booking information, but generally young people should bring:
- Comfortable clothes they can move in
- A packed lunch (if stated)
- Any essential personal items they may need during the day
If your child has specific requirements, please let us know in advance.
We aim to make our spaces as accessible as possible. If you have questions about physical access, sensory considerations, quiet spaces, or arrival/departure, please contact us and we’ll be happy to discuss.
It’s very common for some young people to feel nervous at first. Our practitioners create a friendly, supportive atmosphere and offer encouragement without pressure. Participation is always managed sensitively, and children are never forced to perform.
These sessions are funded projects offering low‑ or no‑cost opportunities, and places are often in high demand. If you need to cancel, please contact us as soon as possible so we can offer the space to another family.
You can sign up to our mailing list or keep an eye on our Home Education webpage for new workshops, tours and performance opportunities, including upcoming Autumn dates.
If you’re unsure whether a session is right for your child, we strongly encourage you to get in touch before booking. We’re happy to talk through the session structure, group size and environment to help you make an informed decision.