Open Singing Solo
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Any genre - Folk, Jazz, Choral, Italian, Pop (not Musical Theatre)

CLASS ... AGE ... TIME LIMIT

• S/1 ...  Y6 and under           2.5 mins
• S/2  Y7 – Y11                 3 mins
• S/3  Y12+                        3 mins

Musical Theatre Voice Solo

CLASS ... AGE ... TIME LIMIT

• MTV/1  Y6 and under         3 mins
• MTV/2  Y7–Y11                 4 mins
• MTV/3  Y12+                     4 mins

Musical Theatre Voice Duet

CLASS ... AGE ... TIME LIMIT

• MTD/1  Y6 and under         3 mins
• MTD/2  Y7–Y11                 4  mins
• MTD/3  Y12+                      4 mins

Musical Theatre Voice Group

 (min 8 performers)

CLASS ... AGE ... TIME LIMIT

• MTVG/1  Y6 and under        3 mins
• MTVG/2  Y7 – Y11              3 mins
• MTVG/3  Y12+                    3.5 mins

Musician-Singer Solo 

 (Any song style, must be played on an instrument by performer)

CLASS ... AGE ... TIME LIMIT

• MS1  Y6 and under              2 mins
• MS/2  Y7 – Y10                   2.5  mins
• MS/3  Y11-Y13                    2.5 mins

Disney Voice Solo

CLASS ... AGE ... TIME LIMIT

• DISV/1  Y2 and under          2.5 mins
• DISV/2  Y6 and under          3 mins
• DISV/3   Y7 – Y8                 3 mins
• DISV/4   Y9-Y11                  3.5 mins

Prepared Verse/Poetry speaking.


Facial expression is encouraged but only minimal body movement please. Performers must not walk around the stage.

CLASS ... AGE ... TIME LIMIT               

• SP/1  Y5 and under              1 min
• SP/2  Y6-Y7                         1.5 mins
• SP/3  Y8/Y9                         2 mins
• SP/4  Y10-Y13                     2 .5mins 

Prepared Short Talk

Own choice of subject with diverse and interesting content. Points awarded for lively engagement with audience. Prompt cards and notes may be, used. Please provide topic and or script for Adjudicator.

CLASS ... AGE ... TIME LIMIT      

• PST/9  Y6 under                    2 .5 mins
• PST/10  Y7 -Y8                     3-4 mins
• PST/11  Y9-Y12                    4-5 mins
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Prose /Poetry Sight Reading

Entrant is allowed 5 minutes to prepare a text chosen to suit age.

CLASS ... AGE ... TIME LIMIT                  

• SR/1 Y6 and Under
• SR/2  Y7-9
• SR/3  Y10-11

Dramatic Acting Solo

Words to be memorised and not read. A presentation of either a short scene between two characters (one imaginary), or a speech for one. No costume please but props may be used. NB: Text must be from any published works. Performers may create scripts adapted from Novels. No self-written pieces. Scripts to be handed to adjudicator and minimal introduction. Time spent talking about the scene must be within the class time limit. All scripts containing expletives must be be announced. 

CLASS ... AGE ... TIME LIMIT      

• DM/ 1   Y2 and under                    2 mins
• DM /2    Y3-Y6                              3 mins
• DM /3    Y7 and Y8                       4 mins
• DM/ 4    Y9 -Y11                           5 mins
• DM/ 5    Y12 and over                   5 mins

Dramatic Duologue

CLASS ... AGE ... TIME LIMIT      

• DD/1  Y2 and under           2 mins
• DD/2  Y3-Y6                      3 mins
• DD/3  Y7 and Y8                4 mins
• DD/4  Y9 -Y11                   5 mins
• DD/5  Y12 and over           5mins

Shakespeare Monologue

Words to be memorised and not read. Performers may play any genders. Scenes may be traditional or performed in a  modern context BUT the text must not be paraphrased and must be performed in original written form.

No costume but props may be used.

CLASS ... AGE ... TIME LIMIT      

• SM/1  Y6 and Under                3 mins
• SM/2  Y7-11                             3 mins
• SM/3  Y12+                              3 mins

Group Drama

CLASS ... AGE ... TIME LIMIT      

• GD/1       Y6 and Under              8 mins
• GD/2        Y7-11                         10 mins
• GD/3      Y10-Y13                   10 mins

ART SYLLABUS 2026

Reflection:Theme Introduction: Reflection

What does reflection mean to you?

Reflection can be many things. It might be the image you see when you look into a mirror or a puddle after

the rain. It could be a memory you think back on, a moment that changed you, or a feeling you want to

understand better. Reflection is about looking closely—at the world around you, and at your own thoughts,

experiences, and imagination.

For this competition, we invite you to explore reflection in your own unique way. There is no single right

answer—only your ideas, your creativity, and your voice.

You might choose to explore:

• Physical reflections – mirrors, water, glass, shadows, light

• Personal reflection – memories, growing up, lessons learned, identity

• Emotional reflection – feelings, moods, or how experiences have shaped you

• Nature’s reflections – landscapes in water, seasons, or changes over time

• Imaginative reflections – alternate worlds, dreamlike mirror images, or fantasy interpretations

You can express your ideas through a wide range of creative mediums, including:

• Writing – short stories, poems, diary entries, or descriptive pieces

• Drawing & Painting – pencil, ink, watercolour, acrylic, digital art

• Mixed Media – collage, photography, layered materials

• 3D Work – sculpture, model-making, recycled materials

• Digital Creations – illustration, graphic design, or animation

Think about how you can show reflection, not just describe it. Could you play with symmetry? Contrast past

and present? Use light, colour, or words to create a mood?

Most importantly—be imaginative, be personal, and be bold. Your reflection is yours alone.

NB: KS1 may only use an A4 sheet for their entries.

CLASS A/1 KS1- (R-Y2)

FREE CHOICE / THE ELEMENTS For this class only, entries must only

be created on an

A4 piece of paper using pencil, pen or paint. Any subject permitted.

.

CLASS A/2 KS2- (Y3-Y6)

FREE CHOICE / THE ELEMENTS Research and then create a piece

based on this

theme.

CLASS A/3 KS3- (Y7-Y9)FREE CHOICE / THE ELEMENTS Research and then create a piece

based on this

theme.

CLASS A/4 KS4 - (Y10-Y11)

FREE CHOICE / THE ELEMENTS Research and then create a piece

based on this

theme.

CLASS A/5 KS5 - (Y12-Y13)

FREE CHOICE / THE ELEMENTS- Research and then create a piece

based on this

Students can submit entries as part of the open category based on any theme they

wish to use.

Entries from all mediums welcome: Painting, drawing, illustration, collage, printing,

photography, digital, textiles, sculpture...All entries must be submitted by 15th May

2026 and must include students name, age, Keystage and the title of the work.

CREATIVE WRITING SYLLABUS 2026

 SET TITLE 2026 ‘Reflection’

Reflection can be many things. It might be the image you see when you look into a mirror or a puddle after the rain. It could be a memory you think back on, a moment that changed you, or a feeling you want to understand better. Reflection is about looking closely—at the world around you, and at your own thoughts, experiences, and imagination.

For this competition, we invite you to explore reflection in your own unique way. There is no single right answer—only your ideas, your creativity, and your voice.

You might choose to explore:

• Physical reflections – mirrors, water, glass, shadows, light

• Personal reflection – memories, growing up, lessons learned, identity

• Emotional reflection – feelings, moods, or how experiences have shaped you

• Nature’s reflections – landscapes in water, seasons, or changes over time

• Imaginative reflections – alternate worlds, dreamlike mirror images, or fantasy interpretations

Class numbers and entrant age

Entries may be in any form; poetry, prose, monologue, diary

entry, script etc. Entries must be clearly hand written or typed.

All entries must be submitted by 15th May 2026 and must

include student’s name, age, the title of the work, class number

and word count.

Class numbers and entrant age

• CW/0  KS2         Own choice or Set Title Up to 100 words (POEM ONLY_
• CW/1  KS3         Own choice or Set Title Up to 450 words
• CW/2  KS4         Own choice or Set Title Up to 500 words
• CW/3  KS5         Own choice or Set Title: Up to 600 words
• CW/4  KS6         Own choice or Set Title: Up to 750 words