CLUSTERS
Find key information and resources to help you coordinate your cluster and build a community of practice.
Lead Associate School Teacher Training, 2019. Photo by Sara Beaumont (C) RSC
Key Dates 2025/2026
Here you can find key dates for activity based across England, in Stratford-upon-Avon and online for Associate Schools this academic year. This is a guide for when activity is likely to be taking place, but may differ for your cluster - do check with your Lead Associate School and Associate Regional Theatre for confirmation.
Lead Associate Schools
Each of our clusters is led by one or more Lead Associate Schools, who have chosen to be in a leadership position within the partnership cluster.
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Recruitment of Schools
A number of resources are available to support you in recruiting new Associate Schools to join your cluster.
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Cluster Meetings
Cluster Meetings are core activity within the Associate Schools Programme, as a regular opportunity to connect with teachers within your cluster and share or reflect on RSC Rehearsal Room pedagogy within your classroom practice.
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Partnership Agreements
The RSC works in partnership with schools and theatres across England through our Associate Schools Programme.
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Year Plan Template
As a Lead Associate School, we ask that you submit a plan of your year’s activity by Autumn Half Term.
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Risk Assessments
If you are bringing students to Stratford-upon-Avon or are hosting a CPD course in your school, please refer to the Risk Assessments for RSC participation activity.
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