Please select from the following options.
If you are uncertain about which membership category is suitable for you, please email: membership@nationaldrama.org.uk.
UK Primary School
£30 / Year
UK Primary School Membership includes all staff at the school who each receive the same entitlements as individual members. It includes UK based International Primary Schools
two copies of the twice yearly ND Magazine, Drama, to the named representatives in each school
regular e-newsletter
free access to Drama Research
reduced prices for regional, national and international courses, conferences and publications
potential subject consultancy
the representative will be invited to our AGM on behalf of your organisation where their voice will be valued
the whole staff will be encouraged to contribute to our blog, Drama magazine and our research journal. Professional support and guidance will be provided.
UK Secondary School
£60 / Year
UK Secondary School Membership includes all staff at the school who each recieve the same entitlements as individual members. It includes UK based International Secondary Schools.
two copies of the twice yearly ND Magazine, Drama, to the named representatives in each school
regular e-newsletter
free access to Drama Research
reduced prices for regional, national and international courses, conferences and publications
potential subject consultancy
the representative will be invited to our AGM on behalf of your organisation where their voice will be valued
the whole staff will be encouraged to contribute to our blog, Drama magazine and our research journal. Professional support and guidance will be provided
University and HE Institution
£60 / Year
University Membership includes all drama staff within the department who each receive the same benefits as individual members. All Drama staff within the department are included in this membership.
two copies of the twice yearly ND Magazine, Drama, to the named representatives in each school
regular e-newsletter
free access to Drama Research
reduced prices for regional, national and international courses, conferences and publications
potential subject consultancy
the representative will be invited to our AGM on behalf of your organisation where their voice will be valued
the whole staff will be encouraged to contribute to our blog, Drama magazine and our research journal. Professional support and guidance will be provided
UK SEND School
£30 / Year
SEND schools are entitled to the same support as Individual and UK Primary School Membership. All staff, including Teaching Assistants, gain from this type of membership, as member discount prices are available for all staff at National Drama events.
two copies of the twice yearly ND Magazine, Drama, to the named representatives in each school
regular e-newsletter
free access to Drama Research
reduced prices for regional, national and international courses, conferences and publications
potential subject consultancy
the representative will be invited to our AGM on behalf of your organisation where their voice will be valued
the whole staff will be encouraged to contribute to our blog, Drama magazine and our research journal. Professional support and guidance will be provided
Alternative Education Provision
£30 / Year
Alternative Education Provision settings are entitled to the same support as Individual and UK Primary School Membership.
All staff within each setting gain from this type of membership, as member discount prices are available for all staff at National Drama events.
two copies of the twice yearly ND Magazine, Drama, to the named representatives in each school
regular e-newsletter
free access to Drama Research
reduced prices for regional, national and international courses, conferences and publications
potential subject consultancy
the representative will be invited to our AGM on behalf of your organisation where their voice will be valued
the whole staff will be encouraged to contribute to our blog, Drama magazine and our research journal. Professional support and guidance will be provided
Multi-Academy Trust and SCITT
£90 / Year
Although membership fees for Academies and SCITTS will require some negotiation, the fee for those comprising up to five schools is £90.00. For Trusts with more than five, then discretionary fees will be agreed with the ND Treasurer and the Academy Trust. Payment is by invoice and bank transfer. Contact finance@nationaldrama.org.uk.
The entitlements of membership are the same as for Individual Membership and UK Secondary School Membership with the following additions:
The entitlements of membership are the same as for Individual Membership and UK Secondary School Membership with the following additions:
an appropriate number of copies of the twice yearly ND Magazine, Drama, to the named representatives in each school
potential subject consultancy across the MAT and SCITT
opportunities to participate in national and international dialogue concerning learning in and through Drama and Theatre Education
Professional Education Organisations
£50 / Year
Organisations will be entitled to the same support as Individual Membership and UK Secondary School Membership.
Applications from professional organisations that share our educational concerns are encouraged to become members. These may be:
National Curriculum subject associations
Drama Teacher Networks that are concerned with learning
Phase-specific organisations whose concerns relate to Early Years, primary, secondary, SEND or teacher training
Organisations with responsibilities for children’s health and wellbeing
Charitable Trusts and Foundations that promote theatre and drama with and for children and young people
Main Scale Touring Theatre
£50 / Year
If you are a Main Scale Touring Theatre, we invite you to join us. We want to hear about your education work. We invite you to be part of a national debate concerning Drama and Theatre Education.
The membership brings the same benefits as Individual Members and UK Secondary School Members, with these additional entitlements:
The membership brings the same benefits as Individual Members and UK Secondary School Members, with these additional entitlements:
Opportunities to run workshops and share material
An opportunity to flag up your work on our social media platforms
The opportunity to write about your work in our blog and Drama magazine
A posting on our service directory page
Theatre in Education Company
£30 / Year
Please join us if you are interested in networking with other TIE groups and teachers in schools, ensuring that TIE is valued as an educational offer to ALL young people, increasing TIEs visibility, particularly through dialogue with government and being part of a national debate.
Members will be entitled to the same benefits as Individual Members and UK Secondary School Members, with these additional entitlements:
Members will be entitled to the same benefits as Individual Members and UK Secondary School Members, with these additional entitlements:
Opportunities to run workshops and share material
An opportunity to flag up your work on our social media platforms
The opportunity to write about your work in our blog and Drama magazine
A posting on our service directory page
International Organisation
£90 / Year
Organisations will be entitled to the same support as International Membership (Individual), including two copies of the twice yearly ND Magazine, Drama, and regular communication, consultancy and dialogue with ND at an organisational and executive level.
National Drama values international networking and collaborations in drama and theatre education. Applications from organisations outside the UK that share our concerns are welcome. These may be:
National Drama values international networking and collaborations in drama and theatre education. Applications from organisations outside the UK that share our concerns are welcome. These may be:
Drama educator associations and networks
Schools, universities or higher education institutions
Theatre companies whose concerns relate to drama education in early years, primary, secondary, SEND or teacher training
NGOs or social work organisations whose concerns relate to using drama in promoting health and wellbeing of children, young people and communities
Charitable trusts and foundations that promote theatre and drama with and for children, young people and communities