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Helen O’Grady International Speech & Drama Academy

The Helen O’Grady system is a developmental drama system that has taken the world by storm. Founded in Australia in 1979, the system is widely used in over 25 countries across the globe.

Communication Skills

Dialogue Delivery Skills

Movement Skills

It is the world’s largest after-school drama programme which has widely gained acceptance by over one million children across the world as a system that is unique and enhances the learning process in a valuable, fun and inclusive manner.Our techniques are unique and make learning wholesome and fun while aiding the overall development of the student.

Speaking skills

New students will join over 60,000 others from over 25 countries and cultures expressing their individuality in weekly classes. They are given a platform to develop their communication skills; to act as if the world is their stage; to stimulate their creative self and enjoy the freedom to experiment.

Enthusiastic participation in each lesson is encouraged by our teachers. Each lesson is carefully planned and includes: Introductory activities, Speech, Verbal dynamics, Creative movement, Dance, Drama, Language development, Structured improvisation, Dialogue development, Snippets, Scene starters and Mini Scripts.

Mime

Role-play

All our programmes are conducted by qualified Helen O'Grady teachers who undergo regular intensive training. All teachers are trained to develop personal rapport with each student, and our Academy Director attends classes regularly, to ensure that the highest standards are maintained.

There are four terms in the Academy year. Students may join at most times during the year.

At the end of the Academy year, students present a short, scripted production. Achievement certificates are awarded to all students for each full year of attendance, with special recognition for other major milestones.

Social Skill

Testimonials

It is a very unique super interactive and highly informative programme. Prithvi loves coming for his class.  -Prithvi Dharia – Dr. Aruna Dharia -Physiotherapist


It is a fun activity to teach the students life lessons. Amazing class. This is a good class in which Vaibhav is learning most of the skills very well. I have seen the significant progress in the overall development of my son and more emphasis is given on communication skills. -Vaibhav Rajput's Father – Rajput – Air Traffic Controller


Perfect Enrichment programme for the foundation years of the child.  -Sameeksha's Mom – Divya Ved – Homemaker


A Faboulous way to learn. The statement “Take me with you and I will learn” really is portrayed in the class. Thank you Mamta and Fastrackids and Helen O Grady for helping Shaurya what he is today. Keep up the good work. -Shaurya Pote's Mom – Leena Pote – Service


Dia just likes to come to class as she enjoys a lot here. On Saturday it is easy to wake her up now as Dia enjoys and looks forward to learn and understand new concepts and we can see Dia applying the same in practical life.
Happy about Dia joining the class  -Dia Gandhi's Father – Alpesh Gandhi – CA LLB

Programmes Offered at our Santacruz Centre
Pre-Primary
3 – 5 years old children
Once a week for 1 hour
Lower-Primary
6 - 8 years old children
Once a week for 1 hour
Upper-Primary
9 - 12 years old children
Once a week for 1 hour
Camps, Vacation batches and Workshops
For all age groups between 3 - 12 years old

The Helen O'Grady Speech & Drama programme uses the power of developmental drama to bring a variety of benefits to them, and:

  • Empowers them
  • Increases energy and enthusiasm
  • Encourages listening and conversational skills
  • Promotes social skills
  • Stimulates creativity and concentration
  • Provides a solid platform for success in performing arts
  • Adds to confidence and self-esteem