Art, Drama and Music
These three areas have all come under pressure - at least in some schools - from the National Curriculum, yet they are vital if children are to develop their creativity.
The most obvious place to start
looking for classes is your local Council. You may think of them
as providing evening classes, but many of them also run Saturday
morning workshops (often for all the family). Don't forget to
check out local community art centres, too. Finally, museums
often have activity days, especially in the school holidays,
but sometimes at weekends as well.
Art
Art isn't just about drawing - you're likely to find courses in pottery and general crafts, such as beadwork, collage and papier mache. Many children also enjoy photography, since it allows them to make interesting images without too much practice!
Drama
In addition to checking with your local council, you may want to consider one of the many private drama schools. Stage Register has a guide to drama schools for under 18's, but their site is currently under construction. You can e-mail them, or contact
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Music
Unlike some other kinds of classes, learning music needs at least a bit of a commitment from your child. Also, you'll need to decide what instrument they should learn, and whether you want them to learn ensemble or solo playing.
Apart from contacting your local authority, you could try looking at adverts in your local paper, library or newsagent's window.
For some hints and tips on helping your child enjoy music, how to choose a music teacher and what you can expect from them, read our interview with music teacher Adrianne Fitzpatrick