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Conyers School

by

Peter Youll

Activities Co-ordinator

How would you rate your expectations prior to running the course – and why?

7
of 10
I was optimistic about the course however knew there would be challenges in terms of engagement and technical issues involving 500 students!

How satisfied were you with the course – and why?

9
of 10
The course was really excellent.

Did you feel the course was good value for money – if so, why?

The course was good value, especially as licences last for 1 year. 

Course rating by categories.

8
of 10

Screen time Vs Practical activity

10
of 10

Age-appropriateness of content

8
of 10

Learning new skills

8
of 10

Quality of pupil films

8
of 10

Film History

8
of 10

Fight Choreography

8
of 10

Camera

10
of 10

10-Shot Film Challenge

How likely are you to recommend the course – and why?

10
of 10
A fantastic option for a drop down day like no other. Students loved it.

Any other comments that may be useful for other schools to read when considering this course?

If you are looking for an engaging day, learning new skills and developing skills including resilience, teamwork and creativity this is the course for you.

Taunton Prep School

by

Hamish McCarthy

Head of Year 8

How would you rate your expectations prior to running the course – and why?

10
of 10
The course exceeded my expectations, the pupils really enjoyed online & and as a non-subject SME it was easy for me to get to grips with quickly.

How satisfied were you with the course – and why?

10
of 10
My pupils were engaged throughout and it was easy to coordinate as the instructions were comprehensive and easy to follow.

Did you feel the course was good value for money – if so, why?

10
of 10
Yes – see above!

Course rating by categories.

10
of 10

Screen time Vs Practical activity

10
of 10

Age-appropriateness of content

10
of 10

Learning new skills

10
of 10

Quality of pupil films

I was genuinely surprised.
10
of 10

Film History

10
of 10

Fight Choreography

10
of 10

Camera

10
of 10

10-Shot Film Challenge

How likely are you to recommend the course – and why?

10
of 10
We will likely do it again next year.

St Margaret’s School – Hampstead

by

Matthew Brown

Director of ICT

How would you rate your expectations prior to running the course?

10
of 10

How satisfied were you with the course – and why?

10
of 10
Worked very well with the Year 11s. Some excellent videos!

Did you feel the course was good value for money – if so, why?

10
of 10
Yes – motivated students and provided the technical skills required.

Course rating by categories.

10
of 10

Screen time Vs Practical activity

10
of 10

Age-appropriateness of content

10
of 10

Learning new skills

10
of 10

Quality of pupil films

How likely are you to recommend the course – and why?

10
of 10

Fettes Prep School

by

Samuel Martin-Nye

Head of Drama

How would you rate your expectations prior to running the course – and why?

8
of 10
The course and content seemed professionally executed and engaging, but I wasn’t sure if it would suit my purposes.

How satisfied were you with the course – and why?

10
of 10
The course was ideal: I was able to break it down easily into a series of lessons and it allowed for differentiation, both in terms of ability and resources, meaning that all students were involved in active learning.

Did you feel the course was good value for money – if so, why?

10
of 10
It wasn’t just that the course was engaging (both in terms of film history/theory, but also in relation to practical lessons), but I was also reassured to have expert support on the end of a phone or email. Ed also went above and beyond, by taking part in student interviews as a professional film director and by being a judge in our student film festival.

Course rating by categories.

10
of 10

Screen time Vs Practical activity

10
of 10

Age-appropriateness of content

10
of 10

Learning new skills

10
of 10

Quality of pupil films

8
of 10

Film History

10
of 10

Fight Choreography

10
of 10

Camera

10
of 10

10-Shot Film Challenge

How likely are you to recommend the course – and why?

10
of 10
The kids really enjoyed it. 

Latymer Upper School

by

Chris Couch

Head of Careers

How would you rate your expectations prior to running the course – and why?

7
of 10
I wondered how the online workshop would work and how the students would engage. I needn’t of worried.

How satisfied were you with the course – and why?

9
of 10
An excellent day for the students and incredibly easy for tutors to deliver. The students loved learning about the history of film and techniques and then transferring that knowledge into making their own 2 minute film. The transferable skills of organisation, teamwork, leadership, communication and time management can easily be evidenced from the workshop.

Did you feel the course was good value for money – if so, why?

Very good value for money. Considering it was a full day of activities.

Course rating by categories.

8
of 10

Screen time Vs Practical activity

10
of 10

Age-appropriateness of content

8
of 10

Learning new skills

8
of 10

Quality of pupil films

8
of 10

Film History

8
of 10

Fight Choreography

8
of 10

Camera

8
of 10

10-Shot Film Challenge

How likely are you to recommend the course – and why?

10
of 10
Highly recommended. Great activity for our students, providing an ideal opportunity to develop both their creative and transferable skills.

Any other comments that may be useful for other schools to read when considering this course?

This is an activity that all our students engaged with well. During lockdown they had missed out on so many things across the school calendar and this was such an excellent programme to make up for this.

Brambletye School

by

David Finch

Assistant Head

How would you rate your expectations prior to running the course – and why?

8
of 10
The course looked great and I was really confident that our students would enjoy the experience. I was slightly apprehensive that it would work well digitally, even though the links and resources provided were excellent.

How satisfied were you with the course – and why?

10
of 10
Absolutely amazing course! Both staff and students thoroughly enjoyed it and go lots of new skills from it. Even though the weather wasn’t great, that didn’t dampen the enthusiasm the students showed. Cannot wait for next year – the year 7 students are already excited!

Did you feel the course was good value for money – if so, why?

Yes – the online/digital course was great value for money, especially during these difficult times for schools.

Course rating by categories.

8
of 10

Screen time Vs Practical activity

10
of 10

Age-appropriateness of content

10
of 10

Learning new skills

8
of 10

Quality of pupil films

8
of 10

Film History

10
of 10

Fight Choreography

8
of 10

Camera

10
of 10

10-Shot Film Challenge

How likely are you to recommend the course – and why?

10
of 10
Absolutely no negatives and the course would be great for any school, any age group. 

Any other comments that may be useful for other schools to read when considering this course?

Just join in the fun and book the course – absolutely fantastic and especially with an Oscars Evening attached to it.