In The Wrong Room

Are you filling your Key Stage 1 drama lessons with games that don't actually move learning forward? In this episode, I share practical, purposeful approaches to teaching drama and dance in Key Stage 1, simple routines and engaging activities that maximize lesson time. This episode offers teachers effective strategies for creating structured, enjoyable lessons that keep every child actively involv...

One of the biggest shifts I had to make when transitioning into Primary education wasn't the curriculum, it was the routines and expectations! In this episode, I chat about simple structures that have helped my children in EYFS feel secure, stay engaged and thrive in Dance and Drama. From using music and visual cues to manage transitions, to creating predictable routines that build confidence and...

How do you want the children to feel when they enter your teaching space? From EYFS classrooms packed with tiny chairs, role-play areas, carpet kingdoms and the occasional hamster, to dance studios on the other side of the school site, I'm sharing what I've learned about creating an atmosphere where children feel confident, creative and ready to learn. Whether you're teaching in a dedicated Perfor...

In this episode, I discuss how to map unfamiliar curricula, adapt existing resources and build the confidence needed to thrive in a new classroom environment. Whether you're considering the move or already making it, you'll leave with actionable strategies to make the transition smoother and more successful. Key topics: Curriculum mapping and long-term planning Reusing and adapting existing teachi...

What happens when a secondary drama and dance teacher steps into the world of primary education and EYFS? In the first episode of In The Wrong Room , I share my journey from secondary performing arts teaching into primary education, exploring what inspired the transition, the challenges I faced and the lessons I learned along the way. We discuss the role of drama and arts education in primary scho...

Have you ever walked into a classroom and thought, "I know how to teach... so why do I feel like I'm in the wrong room?" Welcome to In the Wrong Room - the podcast for Performing Arts Specialists making the leap from secondary into primary and EYFS. I'm your host, Lucy Colgan and this podcast was born from my own unexpected journey into primary education. What started as a career detour became one...