A symphony of podcasts to pique your curiosity!
What will you listen to first? We’ve just realised that a whole year’s flown by
Mar
The surprising academic benefits of drama classes
Drama classes. Acting classes. What’s the first thing that springs to mind? You’ll probably
Feb
What to think about when you’re comparing Little Voices with drama clubs and other performing arts schools
“The classes at the drama club down the road are cheaper than Little Voices!” “The classes
Jan
Celebrating the 2023 Little Voices mountain of achievement!
We don’t always stop to smell the roses in business, do we? Awards are obvious
Jan
Shining a spotlight on our Little Voices tutors!
Let’s talk about our Little Voices tutors. Because if you’ve been following our blog for
Dec
Why you need to do your homework when choosing a children’s activity provider
Is your child worth more than the bare minimum? What do you look for when
Nov
How do you choose which children’s activities to carry on with during a cost of living crisis?
“We’re in the middle of a cost of living crisis! Performing arts classes are just
Nov
Little Voices receives 5-star Franchisee Satisfaction Award from WorkBuzz
We’re over the moon to announce that we’ve once again secured the coveted 5-star Franchisee
Oct
6 ways Little Voices boosts social-emotional skills
A recent report by the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) highlights that around half of
Sep
Keir Starmer’s announcement on the importance of oracy skills in our education system
Did you see Keir Starmer’s recent announcement, or his article in The Times, about the
Aug
Recharge your child’s batteries this summer with our holiday workshops, theatre weeks & camps
We all know how easy it is for young people to get bored and agitated
Jul
What makes Little Voices different to other singing and drama classes?
There’s such a wide a range of singing and drama classes to choose from these
Jun
Happy 10th birthday to Little Voices South West London!
Ten years ago, Ashlea Bateup became Little Voices’ second franchisee in London when she moved
May
National Children’s Activities Week
We are proud to be part ambassadors for national Children’s Activities Week! From the 15th-21st
May
The Little Voices difference – from stage fright to shining bright!
It’s so hard at times to explain ‘the Little Voices difference’, and the power of
Apr
Little Voices founder, Jane James, is finalist for national lifetime achievement award
We’re absolutely over the moon that Jane James, our founder & CEO, has been announced
Apr
From trepidation to successful Little Voices franchisee!
Julie Armstrong has been a Little Voices franchisee for 10 years. She started out as
Mar
How Little Voices helps with home schooling
According to a report by the BBC in February 2022, the number of parents choosing
Feb
Little Voices pupil lands starring role of Jemima in Peterborough production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang!
Ten-year-old Isla, who’s been coming along to Little Voices classes in Peterborough for 18 months,
Jan
Time to celebrate our business achievements in 2022
How often do you take the time to celebrate your achievements in business? I’m not
Dec
Little Voices scoops top national award
Little Voices has beaten off five other finalists to see one of our franchisees crowned
Dec
Our CEO and Founder recognised in national children’s activities awards
Jane James, our founder & CEO of Little Voices was recognised on Thursday evening in
Oct
Celebrating 10 years of talent at Little Voices
Ten years is always a milestone, in our personal lives as well as business. As
Sep
How singing & drama can help you get into dental school
Why Little Voices isn’t just for those who want a career in the performing arts
Aug
Mental health training | Little Voices
Read why we’re so passionate about good mental health and why we’re rolling out mental
Jun
Rees Parry: 5 things Little Voices taught me
My strongest memory of Little Voices is how much fun I always had!
Jun
From Parent to Principal – the journey of one Little Voices franchisee
I’ve made the most wonderful friends on my journey from parent to principal.
Apr
Principal In The Spotlight
This week we have had a chat with Kerry, Principal of Little Voices West Kent.
Jan
A day in the life of an award winning franchisee who left teaching to join Little Voices
I wanted control of my life and what I was going to teach.
Jan
How one Little Voices superstar went from super-shy to super-confident in just 3 months!
Logan’s journey with Little Voices is typical of so many of our pupils.
Dec
Doubling in size during a pandemic: how do you achieve that as a franchise? Find out . . .
Jemma Bird, Principal of Brentford, Ealing and Wembley, started her franchise in 2018.
Dec
One Little Voices tutor shares why she’s stayed with us for more than 10 years, as well as her top tips as a tutor, mum and actress.
Tutors like Rachael are the heartbeat of Little Voices
Dec
How one Little Voices franchisee enjoyed 527% business growth despite the coronavirus pandemic
Fanchisees come from all walks of life, but they all share one common passion.
Nov
Even those that we respect the most get frightened!
You would probably never guess that she lives with “constant fear”
Jun
What makes a great teacher?
Working with individual pupils and their needs is what it is all about.
Apr
Inspiring Tutors and Principals
We strive to help every child to find the confidence to shine.
Mar
After School Activities: 3 top tips for a busy mum or dad on how you choose the activities to keep and the ones to drop?
Family time and relaxation is as precious as learning and developing.
Oct
What is franchising and why shouldn’t we be afraid of it as women?
I see franchising as a network, a family, an amazing community of collaboration.
Jul
Franchises for Women
Women are renowned for multi-tasking and working together to get things done . . .
Jun
Top 3 Musicals of all time?
The top 3 musicals of all time, according to “Whats on Stage” May 2014.
Jun
Putting your child’s Little Voices training to the test
How can you find even more performance opportunities for your child?
Jun
The way to eat an elephant is a little at a time – how can we apply this to your child’s Little Voices lessons?
It is really relevant when learning the lines of a script.
Jun
“Is reality TV destroying or building confidence for your child?”
Is it a positive or negative influence for a child?
Jun
“Which teacher influenced you the most?”
A teacher’s role is so important in a child’s education.
Jun
“Who your child hangs around with really matters”
The people who surround us are SO important.
Jun
How Drama and Singing training helps your child at school with numeracy, literacy, reading, biology and physics!
There are so many benefits . . .
Jun
What kind of learner is your child? Kinesthetic, auditory, visual or a combination?
It is really important that a teacher understands your child and how they learn best.
Jun
What are the Drama Schools currently looking for?
We look at some of the top drama schools and see what they say.
Jun
What areas are we looking at within lessons to ensure that your child succeeds in their examinations?
It is really helpful for you to know as parents . . .
Jun
It is all about the journey not the destination
We need to learn from this little saying, don’t we?
Jun
The biggest challenges of running your own teaching business in drama and singing
The 5 things that spring to mind for me are . . .
Jun
Have you seen the new Cinderella film & what were your thoughts?
It is interesting how many times a story can be reinvented . . .
Jun
Jane’s Interview for the Talented Ladies Club
Never stop learning, follow your dreams and NEVER give up!
Jun
Is your child excelling in their Christmas Production or Nativity or struggling with the enormity of it all?
Seeing children develop is the most rewarding of all!
Dec
When do you decide to stop chasing the career as a professional singer / actress and make some firm career decisions for the future?
This is a very hard question . . .
Dec
