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Petition · Department for Education

Government must increase practical elements in Drama GCSE guidelines

Open for signatures 21 signatures

What the petition asks

I want the Government to change the drama GCSE curriculum to be 70%+ practical, as currently it is majority written work. This is unwarranted as the subject is a practical piece of work. We believe this can demoralise students and possibly make them fail.
As a GCSE drama student I am appalled by the written work forced onto people, and I believe that making drama a majority practical subject can not only improve grades, but improve work ethic and people who are taking the subject. Many people may also be encouraged to participate more.

Timeline

4 Mar 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 21
Status Open for signatures
Department Department for Education
Opened 4 Mar 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.