PQA Bishop's Stortford, based at Bishop's Stortford High School, offers performing arts classes for ages 4-18. Students aged 6+ enjoy three hours of sessions in Musical Theatre, Comedy & Drama, and Film & Television, building skills in a fun and supportive environment.

For ages 4-6, our 90-minute Poppets classes introduce younger children to performing arts through engaging and creative activities.

Whether your child is passionate about acting, singing, and filmmaking or just wants to try something new, PQA Bishop's Stortford provides a safe, welcoming space to learn, grow, and have fun.

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Inspiring Classes for Young People.

At PQA Bishop's Stortford, our team is passionate about inspiring, engaging, and motivating the young people who join our academy. We offer a vibrant environment where children and teenagers aged 4-18 can explore their creativity, develop new skills, and grow in confidence through performing arts.  

Whether your child dreams of being on stage, enjoys the behind-the-scenes magic of filmmaking, or simply wants to try something new, our dedicated team is here to guide and support them every step of the way. Through modules in Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre, and Film & Television, students not only discover their talents but also build essential life skills like teamwork, resilience, and communication.  

PQA Bishop's Stortford provides a welcoming space where young people can form lasting friendships, express themselves freely, and take part in exciting projects that inspire their love for performing arts. Our experienced teachers tailor their guidance to nurture each student's individual journey, whether they’re building confidence or taking their first steps toward a future in the industry.  

We’re here to support every child, no matter their goals. Come and see the difference PQA Bishop's Stortford can make—book a free taster session today!

OUR ACADEMY SESSIONS.

Poppets
4 - 6 years
Saturday | 10:00 - 11:30
Spaces available
Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Friday | 16:45 - 20:00
Spaces available
Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 09:45 - 13:00
Limited availability
Main Academy
6 - 18 years
Saturday | 13:45 - 17:00
Spaces available
Fees:
  • Poppets
    4 - 6 years
  • £46.00
  • per month
  • Main Academy
    6 - 18 years
  • £92.00
  • per month
  • Main Academy Sibling
  • £69.00
  • per month
free session:
We welcome children and teens to try our performing arts classes by attending a full session at no charge. Come along and discover what makes PQA so unique, meet the team and join in the fun!

Your academy Principal will let you know how to become a member after your free session. Your child’s place is held for a few days after your session, giving you time to decide if PQA is the right choice for your child.

how to find us?

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Academy Notices and Projects.

Academy notices, projects and events at PQA Bishop’s Stortford
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Meet The Team.

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Principal
Paula Templeman

Paula has an extensive working knowledge of theatre in education and has devised and facilitated projects for Erasmus Plus. She has also directed productions for Shooting Star Entertainment and PMB Productions. Her experience includes workshop facilitation, stage and event management and children’s entertainment. Paula is also a keen poet having had some of her work published and used for special occasions. Alongside her professional ventures, Paula is also proud to be a mum.

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