Spotlight Performing Arts Academy - New for September 2024!

We are very excited to introduce our new Spotlight Performing Arts Academy. This brand-new programme will welcome its first cohort in September 2024. The unique Spotlight Performing Arts Academy will focus on developing the passions and interests of students within all strands of Performing Arts, namely Music, Dance and Drama. 

This programme is not just about the performers - it will also suit aspiring directors, managers, choreographers, and composers. 

In addition to the newly renovated dedicated Performing Arts area, which boasts two drama studios, a Mac Suite, Practice Rooms and Recording Studios, a Dance Studio and an Amphitheatre (coming soon!).

All Key Stage 3 students at Northampton Academy receive Music, Dance and Drama subjects as part of their curriculum; however, as a member of Spotlight, they will receive further opportunities through an extended day with extra-curricular opportunities in all aspects of these subjects, which will also include exciting projects with the Royal Shakespeare Company and its representatives. 

All Spotlight Academy students will work towards an Arts Award qualification during their journey through school, one at each Key Stage. This qualification will aid them in developing their knowledge and understanding of their chosen art form and build essential skills for success in 21st-century life.

We expect all Spotlight Performing Arts students to participate in extra-curricular classes after school until 4.30 pm at least three times a week.

How To Apply for Spotlight Performing Arts Academy

If you have been offered a Year 7 place at Northampton Academy for September 2024 and have a passion for any element of Performing Arts, you are eligible to apply.

Please use the form at the bottom of this page or click the link below to submit your application. The application form will ask you why you would benefit from being part of Spotlight Performing Arts; please include any relevant information to support your application.

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We will review all applications after the closing date of Friday, May 31st, and successful students will be invited for an interview with the Performing Arts Team. The interview is a chance to bring anything that might support your application and demonstrate your interest in the subject.