As we prepare to welcome back all our pupils, Newminster is ready to ‘ hit the road running’ with a National  Poetry Performance Competition. All pupils will have the opportunity to choose from a selection of poetry, then learn and deliver it in their own unique way, embracing the musicality of language and the power of the voice.

In the first week back, our students will engage with specially commissioned, live ‘Poetry by Heart,  lessons, focussing on poetry delivery and the tricks for committing poetry to memory. Over the final two weeks of this term, pupils will be able to video their performances, ready to submit into the competition.

Please be assured that if your child does not have permission to be videoed, this will be respected.

Entries can be individual, pairs or small groups of up to five pupils. A ‘Freestyle ‘ category is also available, for pupils to perform self-penned material or any poem of their choice.

Exciting times! We look forward to having lots of fun and producing some fabulous performances.