Where your child’s star potential gets the standing ovation it deserves (and you get three blissful hours to yourself every Saturday).
Let’s be honest — kids are dramatic.
So why not put that to good use?
Wicked Academy is your new Saturday solution: a professionally-run, fun-filled, confidence-boosting performing arts school for 6 to 17-year-olds in Tunbridge Wells, brought to you by the team behind Wicked Productions (yes, the ones who do those gloriously over-the-top pantos).
"Wicked Academy is so much more than a performing arts school - it feels like an extended family"
Joanne C
Latest
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Saturday
27th
June
ALL ABOARD FOR SOMETHING VERY SPECIAL!
We are beyond excited to announce that Hannah Kiss, from the original London cast of Starlight Express, will be joining us at Wicked Academy on 27th June for an incredible Starlight Express workshop!
Hannah is so excited to be bringing along her skates for this one-of-a-kind session, and she can’t wait to meet our students as they step into the fast-paced, high-energy world of Starlight Express!
We run two sessions every Saturday during term time, so whether you’re an early bird or prefer a lie-in, we’ve got you covered:
Morning show – 11am to 2pm
Afternoon matinee – 3pm to 6pm
📍 Both sessions take place at Rose Hill School, Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, TN4 9SY
Each 3-hour session is broken into three fabulous classes (with a break for snacks, of course). Expect drama, singing, dancing, and a whole lot of laughter. Here’s how the running order goes:
• 15 mins: Warm-up & drama games (aka “controlled chaos”)
• 3 x 45 min classes rotating between Drama, Dance, and Singing
• 20 min break with a tuck shop (or bring your own snack — no judgement)
Our Weekly Production
(a.k.a What Happens Every Saturday)
The Cast List:
Age Groups
We don’t do boring age brackets here. At Wicked Academy, your child becomes part of their very own showbiz squad:
Curtain Raisers (6–9) – Big imaginations, little legs
Spotlights (10–12) – Pre-teens ready for the limelight
Showstoppers (13–17) – Teen triple threats in training
Here’s the honest bit — quality training isn’t free, but we’ve made it super simple and good value:
• £24 per week (that’s just £8 per hour), spread over 12 months
• £68 per month, direct debit, no fuss
• Got more than one mini musical star? 25% sibling discount applies!
• Sibling rate: £51/month
The Damage
(a.k.a The Fees)
Curtain Up:
Term Dates 2026/27
We run September to July — all mapped out for you.
You can view the full term-by-term breakdown below (spoiler alert: yes, we take half terms off and we love a summer finale):
Term 1
5th September
12th September
19th September
26th September
3rd October
10th October
17th October
Half term (no classes 24th & 31st October)
7th November
14th November
21st November
28th November
5th December
12th December
Christmas break (no classes 19th, 26th December and 2nd Jan)
Term 2
9th January
16th January
23rd January
30th January
6th February
Half term (no classes 13th & 20th February)
27th February
6th March
13th March
20th March
Easter Break ( No classes 27th March, 3rd or 10th of April)
Term 3
1
17th April
24th April
1st May
8th May
15th May
22nd May
Half term (no classes 28th May & 5th June)
12th June
19th June
26th June
3rd July
10th July
17th July
(Summer holidays)
Meet the Creative Team
At the heart of our Stage School is a passionate and experienced creative team dedicated to nurturing young talent and building confidence through performance. Whether it's singing, dancing, acting—or a bit of all three—our team brings energy, expertise, and a whole lot of fun to every class.
Click on one of our teachers to find out more about them!
Tom Swift
Principal, occasional cover teacher, and all-round showbiz wrangler
Amanda Swift
Head of Singing (and high notes)
Rhys Whiteside
Head of Drama (and drama queens)
Emma Russell
Head of Dance (and jazz hands)
At Wicked Academy, every student becomes part of something bigger than themselves.
Each year, our students are sorted into one of four unique houses. Throughout the term, they can earn House Points for demonstrating outstanding performance, teamwork, creativity, dedication, and positive attitude.
At the end of the year, the house with the most points will be crowned champions and awarded the coveted Wicked Academy House Cup!
Four Houses. One Legendary Competition.
Because Wicked Academy has a love for all things theatrical with a touch of magic and mystery, our houses are inspired by some of musical theatre’s most iconic dark and thrilling productions.
The Phantom of the Opera House
Inspired by the world-famous musical, Phantom House is mysterious, passionate, and full of theatrical flair.
The Addams Family House
Dark, twisted, and wonderfully eccentric, Addams House is for students who embrace their individuality.
Jekyll & Hyde House
Bold, ambitious, and powerful, Hyde House celebrates determination and fearless creativity.
Beetlejuice
House
Fun, quirky, and delightfully chaotic, Beetle House is perfect for those who love to stand out from the crowd.
Which House Will You Join?
When you become part of the cast at Wicked Academy, you’ll be sorted into one of these four incredible houses. From your very first class, you’ll have the chance to earn points and help your house climb to the top of the leaderboard.
Will your house be the one to lift the Wicked Academy House Cup?
Join Wicked Academy and discover where you belong!
Even More Wicked Stuff
There’s more to Wicked Academy than weekly classes — we’re all about unforgettable experiences that spark creativity and build confidence beyond the studio. From star-studded workshops to epic summer musicals, our students get a taste of real showbiz magic all year round.
Workshops with the Stars
The Wicked Academy Cup
Showcase Performance
Each term we’ll bring in industry pros from the West End, TV and film to teach everything from clowning and puppetry to TV acting and pantomime slapstick.
After Term 1, students will be sorted into houses (Hogwarts-style, but with more jazz hands). They’ll earn points all year long to win the ultimate honour: The Wicked Academy Cup at the summer finale.
Each year we’ll stage a professionally lit and mic’d theatre showcase to show off your child’s progress — and give you a reason to cry happy tears in the audience.
Summer Musical
In the summer holidays, we go BIG. A 10-day production workshop ending in a full-on staged musical, costumes and all. It’s optional, but let’s be honest — your kid won’t want to miss it.
Theatre Trips & Perks
Discounted theatre trips? Check.
Exclusive dress rehearsal invites to Wicked Productions’ pantos? You bet.
VIP access to the world of professional theatre? Only at Wicked Academy.
Uniforms
(or lack thereof)
We’re chill. No compulsory uniforms here. Just make sure your child can move, groove, and do a decent jazz split (optional).
That said, we do have some awesome Wicked Academy t-shirts if you fancy repping our colours! Hoodies (and a few other cosy bits) are on the way soon.
To make things extra special, the very first batch of t-shirts comes stamped with “Original Cast” — a limited edition for our trailblazers.
Ready to Join the Cast?
We’re enrolling now for our September launch — and places are limited!
Thinking of Leaving?
We get it — life happens. If your child wants to hang up their jazz shoes, we’ll be heartbroken, but fair. Just give us a month’s notice, and we’ll part as friends (and maybe cry a little backstage).