Jigsaw Arts Bushey is a performing arts group, children's theatre, dance school, and drama school located in Bushey, New Zealand. With a dedicated team of staff and a range of classes available, Jigsaw Arts Bushey aims to provide high-quality performing arts education to children aged 3–18 years old.
The weekend school takes place at The Bushey Arena, situated at the heart of Bushey on London Road. The venue offers a convenient location with a car park directly in front of the main entrance, making it easily accessible for parents dropping off and picking up their children.
Fees for Jigsaw Arts Bushey start at 165 per term for children aged 3–6 years. Discounts are offered for additional children in the family, with fees of 123. 75 for the second child and 82. 50 for the third child.
New students are invited to participate in a two-week trial for 30, which is deducted from the fees when they book for the rest of the term. For children aged 7–18 years, fees are 297 per term, with similar discounts and trial options available.
Term times for Jigsaw Arts Bushey are divided into Spring and Summer terms. The Spring term runs from 14th January to 24th March 2024, while the Summer term runs from 28th April to 7th July 2024. Classes are held on Sunday mornings, with specific times allocated for different age groups, ranging from 3-4 year olds to 7-18 year olds.
The staff at Jigsaw Arts Bushey consists of dedicated managers and teachers who are passionate about providing a safe and professional learning environment. Each school has its own manager who coordinates teachers, students, and parents to ensure the smooth running of the school. Managers have a teaching and/or performing background and undergo training by Jigsaw Arts director Nicola Lander to provide a first-class service.
All teachers at Jigsaw Arts Bushey are fully trained tutors with experience or formal qualifications in teaching or the performing arts industry. They undergo regular DBS checks and attend Jigsaw Arts teacher training sessions to ensure consistent tutoring across schools. Jigsaw Performing Arts management also conducts regular inspections to maintain the quality of teaching.
Jigsaw Arts Bushey has a discipline policy in place, expecting all students to behave in a disciplined and professional manner. Punctuality and commitment are emphasised, as students learn the importance of self-discipline and hard work in order to succeed in the performing arts industry. Students who display inappropriate or disruptive behaviour may be removed from classes.
The School Branch Manager for Jigsaw Arts Bushey is Katie, who brings with her a wealth of experience in acting and musical theatre. She trained at Paul McCartney's Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts and The Liverpool Theatre School before being involved in several theatre projects in London. Katie is also a mum and owns Jigsaw Watford and Jigsaw Hendon, in addition to working as part of the Jigsaw Arts Head Office team.
Becky is the Weekend School Manager at Jigsaw Arts Bushey. She trained at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and has been teaching dance, drama, and singing since 2015. Becky's extensive experience in performing arts classes for 16 years adds depth to her teaching approach.
Overall, Jigsaw Arts Bushey is a reputable performing arts group and school that offers a range of classes and opportunities for children to explore their creativity and develop their performing arts skills. With a dedicated team of staff, a disciplined learning environment, and a focus on high-quality teaching, Jigsaw Arts Bushey is a top choice for children interested in the performing arts.