The Performing Arts Department is a thriving and dynamic area which caters for over 360 students studying a range of A-level, vocational and enrichment courses in Music, Music Technology, Performing Arts, Drama and Dance.  Staff have high expectations of all students and working relationships are positive and supportive.  There is an excellent record of student achievement on all courses.  Staff work closely together in planning the delivery of courses, developing teaching materials and exchanging ideas, resources and teaching strategies.  The department values an approach to teaching Music, not only as a subject in in own right, but as a core component of wider performing arts courses.