June 2026 Drama update
In this June update you will find all the latest news on our GCSE and A Level Drama and Theatre qualifications.
Please do get in touch if you have any questions using my details below.
In this update you will find information on:
- New Ofqual podcast for teachers and school leaders
- Component 3 assessment materials release dates
- Exam feedback surveys
- Training events and support this term
- All Set for 2026-27 events in the autumn term
- CLA Report Card 2026 and Rapid Evidence Reviews
- Drama and Theatre Facebook group
- Pearson School & College Report 2026
- Support and contact
Ofqual is launching a podcast for teachers and school leaders.
'Can I Just Qualify That?' will be built around conversations that matter and advice you can use.
Episode one drops on Thursday 4 June on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.
The first few episodes will cover everything from qualification reform and how GCSE and A level grading works, to helpful tips for exam season, results days, and cyber security.
| C3 Question Paper | GCSE Drama | 23 June 26 |
| C3 Question Paper | A Level Drama and Theatre | 30 June 26 |
| C3 Mark Scheme | GCSE Drama | 14 July 26 |
| C3 Mark Scheme | A Level Drama and Theatre | 21 July 26 |
| C3 Examiner Report | GCSE Drama | 18 Aug 26 |
| C3 Examiner Report | A Level Drama and Theatre | 18 Aug 26 |
Exam feedback surveys
We wish to provide students with the best possible exam experience, and your insights are crucial in helping us achieve this goal. If you're a teacher whose students have taken any of our exams in the May/June 2026 series, we are eager to hear your thoughts.
Your feedback will play a vital role in shaping the future of our qualifications and assessments. Your input will be shared with our senior examiners and across our subject teams to help us continuously improve future assessments and enhance the exam experience for students.
Please take a few minutes to provide your feedback, thank you.
GCSE and A Level Drama training events this term
We have some free online training events happening this term for both GCSE and A Level, including New to Edexcel, and Sharing Best Practice in Pedagogy.
As your Subject Advisor, I will be leading this events - as well as sharing information, guidance and news, there will be the opportunity to ask questions and share good practice.
Come join us!
| GCSE Drama: New to Pearson Edexcel | 16 June 2026 | 16:00-17:30 GMT | Register now |
| A Level Drama and Theatre: New to Pearson Edexcel | 18 June 2026 | 16:00-17:30 GMT | Register now |
| GCSE Drama: Sharing Best Practice in Pedagogy | 23 June 2026 | 16:00-17:00 GMT | Register now |
| A Level Drama and Theatre: Sharing Best Practice in Pedagogy | 25 June 2026 | 16:00-17:00 GMT | Register now |
All Set for 2026-2027 events
To support you with kicking off the new academic year, I'll be running free online events in September.
In these sessions, we will:
• reflect on the summer 2026 exam series
• look at the key events and up-to-date information for this new academic year
• share ideas, resources and approaches to teaching the three components
• have the opportunity to ask questions.
| GCSE Drama | 15/09/2025 |
Book a place |
| A Level Drama and Theatre | 22/09/2025 |
Book a place |
The Cultural Learning Alliance’s 2026 Report Card, alongside Rapid Evidence Reviews developed with the Royal Shakespeare Company, highlight ongoing gaps in access to arts education and strong evidence of its impact on wellbeing, identity and, communication.
Together, these reports reinforce the vital role of arts subjects in supporting pupils’ wider development.
Do you teach GCSE Drama or A level Drama and Theatre?
Then this group was made for you. It’s a friendly, professional space where you can share ideas, swap tips, and ask those everyday teaching questions.
Whether you're after inspiration or support, this is a great place to collaborate with others and get the latest news.
Pearson School & College Report 2026
The Pearson School & College Report brings together thousands of voices from across education to build a clear, independent picture of what learning looks like in the UK today. Each year, teachers, students, school leaders, college tutors and home educators share their experiences, challenges and hopes for the future, helping to surface what really matters across classrooms, colleges and learning communities nationwide.Now in its fifth year, the report has grown in both scale and insight. Drawing on more than 50,000 voices gathered since 2022, this edition highlights the shifting trends, challenges and opportunities shaping learning today.
Subject advisor
Paul Webster
Drama, Theatre and Performing Arts
