Stagecoach Hedge End

A very warm welcome from my team and I to Stagecoach Hedge End, where, as a school we are focussed on giving children a rounded education in performing arts using the three main disciplines of theatre. Taking classes in singing, dance and drama has been proven to build a child's self-esteem and resiliance. At Stagecoach Hedge End we pride ourselves on building the confidence of each and every child as they develop at their own pace as we encourage them to stretch their imagination. Stagecoach provides our students with the building blocks to flourish in a safe, friendly environment where children can learn, develop their skills for life but most of all have fun. The fact that some of our students have been with us for over a decade joining us at Early stages and now are still with us in Further stages classes is a testament to such a nuturing environment. Past students of ours have had amazing opportunities and have performed in professional shows such as ‘Annie’, ‘Oliver’ and ‘The King and I’ and as they have flown the nest, a number have furthered their careers and gone on to study at prestigious schools, colleges and universities such as Arts Ed and PPA, Rose Bruford and many more. 

Principal Vanessa Watkins

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


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Ofsted Childcare vouchers

Stagecoach Hedge End pleased to be registered with Ofsted, meaning we adhere to the highest standards of safety and quality teaching for our students. Parents can now use Childcare Vouchers and taxfree vouchers to pay for all our term time classes and holiday workshops. Please contact Principal Vanessa Watkins for more for more information.

Early stages

We love watching our Early Stages students stretch their imagination and inner creativity in a safe and nurturing environment. Our little ones are so adaptable to life around them, they settle very quickly into our Stagecoach family. They not only learn to perform but skills to explore the world, make friends and be creative!

Summer workshops

Our Summer workshops are 31st July - 4th August at Whiteley Primary School , Whiteley PO15 7LA. Visit my Fareham website www.stagecoach.co.uk/fareham to enrol for our Early stages 4-6year and Main school 6+-16years. Come and join us for a fun week and a wonderful performance on Friday!

Main School and FS show

Our Main schools took to the stage in November for their Variety performance for Stagecoach Fareham's 20th Anniversary. With singing and dancing from Mary Poppins to scenes from Revolting Rhymes from Matilda and Little Red Riding Hood. Feedback was- WOW! WOW! WOW! This Summer Term we will be gliding across the stage Cinderella style!

Weekly Classes

Early Stages (for ages 4-6 yrs)

Stagecoach Early Stages
Early Stages classes run alongside the main Stagecoach schools, where young people learn skills in each of the three Musical Theatre disciplines of singing, dancing & drama, so it is an easy step when it is time to transfer to the next stage.

(90 minutes each week)

Main Stages (for ages 6-18 yrs)

Stagecoach Main Stages
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 & drama. 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!

(3 hrs each week)

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.

Holiday Workshops

Meet The Team

Principal - Vanessa Watkins

Prior to becoming Principal, Vanessa has been working as a teaching assistant at her local primary school for 14 years, and is a qualified hair-stylist and beautician as well as obtaining numerous dance qualifications when she was younger allowing Vanessa to provide great support both on the stage and back stage. With the back-up of a fantastic team of experienced instructors, Stagecoach Fareham seeks to welcome all youngsters who have a passion to perform no matter what their level of ability, in a fun,  friendly and supportive environment providing an opportunity to build unforgettable experiences, memories and friendships.

Before becoming the primary Principal at Stagecoach Fareham, Vanessa has been deputy Principal at Fareham for around 8 years. Vanessa has a great empathy with the children, her goal is to nurture and encourage each and every child to develop a set of skills that not only helps them to perform to the best of their ability but to equip them with skills that will stay with them for a lifetime helping them progress with confidence in whatever direction their career takes them. 

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