Form 3 and 4 Open Assembly
We were delighted to welcome families to the theatre on Thursday 26th February for the annual Form 3 and 4 open assembly. This event is an opportunity for Form 3 and 4 pupils to perform in front of family and friends in order to develop key presentation and teamwork skills with the aim of fostering […]
St Alkmund’s Concert
St Alkmund’s Church is a beautiful church with an appreciative and welcoming congregation so we were delighted to be invited back to perform as part of the church’s lunchtime concert series. It was encouraging to see so many pupils taking part – 47 in all – with large numbers in the choirs and Big Band. […]
Packwoodians Inspired by Big Band Day
On 23rd January, our pupils were delighted to take part in a Big Band Day hosted by Shrewsbury School, joining young musicians from a range of prep schools for a day immersed in ensemble music-making. The day began with sessions led by Shrewsbury’s music faculty and pupils, giving Packwood musicians the chance to build confidence […]
John Weaver Dance Festival
On Sunday 1st February, 21 Packwood dancers took part in the John Weaver Dance Festival in The Barnes Theatre at Shrewsbury School. The day began with professional musical theatre performer, and festival adjudicator, Daniel Cox teaching choreography from the professional production of Cats the musical. The routine was technical and fast paced and it was […]
Winter Ensembles Performance
With so much going on in the Autumn Term, it has become a Packwood tradition to hold the Christmas Concert in January, enhanced by tinsel to put us back in the Christmas spirit! This year’s ‘Winter Ensembles Performance’ took us all back a month to the festive season, with pieces including Walking in the Air […]
Musical Theatre at Shrewsbury
Packwood pupils enjoyed a highly engaging and memorable day at Shrewsbury School, taking part in a musical theatre workshop alongside pupils from a number of other schools. Led by Shrewsbury School’s drama staff and supported by their senior drama pupils, the workshop offered a rich and immersive introduction to musical theatre. Throughout the day, Packwood […]
Music Technology Workshops at Shrewsbury School
As part of their Packwood Award activities, our Form 7 pupils recently enjoyed an enriching visit to Shrewsbury School, making the most of the expertise available across the Shrewsbury Family of Schools. They took part in bespoke Music Technology workshops led by Mr Shelley, which introduced them to the role of music technology within the […]
Oliver Jr.
On Friday 28th and Saturday 29th November, The Malcolm Mitchell Theatre travelled back in time to Victorian London as Forms 7 and 8 took to the stage, the wings and the tech box to bring their production of Oliver Jr. to life. The pupils had been rehearsing on Monday evenings and during their Packwood Award slot on […]
Voices in Harmony – Sixes Singing
There is much to link singing with Packwood’s Big Tree attributes, and the analogy of those in a choir being like branches – all unique but united in one sound and part of one cohesive group – is particularly apt. It was lovely to see the whole Prep School, from Forms 3 to 8, coming […]
Beyond the Classroom: Co-Curricular Life and the Packwood Award
At Packwood, education is about far more than academic achievement. It is about balance, discovery, and opportunity. Our approach ensures that every child has the time and encouragement to explore their passions across sport, music, drama and an ever-growing range of activities. From performing on stage to representing their Six (House) on the sports field, […]
