Stagecoach Tonbridge & Sevenoaks South

Welcome to Stagecoach Tonbridge and Sevenoaks South

 

I’m so proud to welcome you to Stagecoach Tonbridge and Sevenoaks South – a vibrant, nurturing, and creative community where children aged 4–18 come to build skills, grow in confidence, and make lasting friendships.

I’ve been a Stagecoach Principal for over 15 years and I’ve loved watching Stagecoach flourish into the welcoming and inspiring place it is today. Whether a child joins us to simply have fun and express themselves, or they dream of a future in the performing arts, we’re here to support them every step of the way.

Our students come from across the region – including Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Hildenborough, Borough Green, Seal, Paddock Wood and Pembury – and every one of them is welcomed as part of the Stagecoach family.

We offer weekly classes in singing, dance and drama, all taught by a brilliant team of professional, experienced teachers who are passionate about what they do. As well as developing performing arts skills, we focus on life skills – like communication, teamwork and resilience – that stay with our students for life.

We also provide LAMDA tuition in singing and drama, and offer an exciting range of performance opportunities, from local showcases and community events to West End stages, the O2, Regent’s Park – and even Disneyland Paris!

Whether your child is taking their first steps into performing or looking for a new creative challenge, we’d love to welcome you for a two-week trial and show you what we’re all about.

Stagecoach is more than just a class – it’s a place to belong, to grow, and to thrive.



Principal Carrie Harrison-Iddon

Your child is in safe hands. All of our Team are Enhanced DBS checked.


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BRAND NEW THURSDAY SCHOOL

We are so excited to be opening a BRAND NEW SCHOOL on Thursdays in September at TWBGS in Sevenoaks. We are holding a FREE Discovery Day on 11th September Early Stages (4-6 year olds) 5pm-6pm Early Stages Plus (6- 8 year olds) 5pm-7pm Main School ( 7 years upwards) 5pm-8pm

Further Stages

Our Further Stages class is designed for teens aged 14–18 who are ready to take their performing arts training to the next level. Taught by industry professionals, students explore advanced technique in acting, singing and dance, build performance portfolios, and take part in exciting projects and shows.

TWO WEEK TRIALS.

This Autumn, give your child the gift of confidence. Let them experience the magic of Stagecoach with our Two Week Trial offer! (deposit required) “Stagecoach is a place where every child is seen and heard. They have help shaped my child into the person she is. I will never be able to thank them enough for that” - BOOK TODAY! 🧡

We're Going To DisneyLand

We’re beyond excited to be taking our students to Disneyland Paris in July 2026 for the magical Dance the Dream experience! The trip includes a Disney Performing Arts workshop, a pre-parade performance, a gala meal, and four unforgettable days of fun, friendship, and creativity. Rehearsals begin this term – speak to Carrie for more details!

Performance Opportunities

Exciting Performance Opportunities At Stagecoach Tunbridge Wells, our students don’t just train – they shine! From full-scale shows to informal sharings, local events, and even the chance to perform at iconic venues like the West End or Disneyland Paris, we offer unforgettable opportunities to build confidence and take to the stage.

LAMDA tuition available.

We offer weekly 1:1 LAMDA lessons in Acting, Verse & Prose, and Musical Theatre for students aged 6+. These sessions help build confidence, communication skills, and performance technique – with the option to take accredited exams. Lessons take place on Fridays and Saturdays alongside regular classes. Email Carrie to find out more or to book a plac

We’re Ofsted Registered

Stagecoach Tunbridge Wells is proudly Ofsted registered, meaning we meet high standards for care and safeguarding – and parents can use Childcare Vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare to help with fees. Just get in touch if you’d like to pay using either of these schemes – we’re happy to help!

Weekly Classes

Early Stages (for ages 4-6 yrs)

Stagecoach Early Stages

Our 90-minute Early Stages classes run alongside the main Stagecoach schools, giving young performers the chance to learn key skills in each of the three musical theatre disciplines of singing, dancing, and acting each week. These fun and engaging sessions build skills and confidence, so it is an easy step when it is time to transfer to the next stage.
 

Main Stages (for ages 6-18 yrs)

Stagecoach Main Stages
Our 3-hour weekly Main Stages classes are split in three age appropriate groups, where young people learn new skills in each of the complementary Musical Theatre disciplines of singing, dancing, and acting. We nurture the shy and apprehensive, until they find their feet and voice, whilst at the same time developing and channelling those with bundles of talent, confidence and energy. We believe in the potential of every child!

 

Further Stages (for ages 15+ yrs)

Stagecoach Further Stages
Our advanced musical theatre sessions give talented students the chance to extend their performance skills.  Through in-depth training and master classes, we help students to hone their skills in singing, dancing and acting.  We also give students the confidence to audition for theatre and vocational drama schools (if that is their goal) and make sure they are well prepared for interviews and auditions. 

Fees in accordance with Main Stages.

Adult Stages (for ages 18+ yrs)

Adult Classes

Develop your skills in the three core performing arts disciplines of singing, dancing and acting with our Adult Classes. Whether you have previous experience in the performing arts or you’re a complete beginner, you’ll be able to learn something new and explore musical theatre skills in a friendly, fun and safe environment.

Holiday Workshops

Themed Children's Parties

Birthdays & Celebrations

We understand that with the increasing demands on parents, juggling the pressures of work and family life, time is of the essence. Therefore Stagecoach Parties provide a way to remove the stress from what should be a day of celebration for everyone and allow you to sit back, relax and let us do all the work! Whether they want to be fairies, pirates or detectives, there is a Stagecoach Party for everyone!

Meet The Team

Principal - Carrie Harrison-Iddon

Carrie trained as a professional actress at The Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in Glasgow. After graduating she began her acting career in London where she gained parts in film, theatre and television. In 2004 she began teaching drama at Stagecoach Haywards Heath and loved it! Ever since then she developed a passion for teaching and slowly moved from acting into teaching drama full-time. Within her teaching jobs she has been able to develop her directing skills and has directed various shows over the years such as Grease, Bugsy Malone, My Mother Said I Never Should, Godspell and Charlie and The Chocolate Factory, Grimm Tales and Hansel and Gretel to name a few! 

She continues to feel very proud of all the students and feels lucky that we have such an enthusiastic, talented and hardworking bunch of students! 
 

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