The Lamont School of Speech and Drama, founded in 1982 by Principal Mrs. Diane Lamont, is now recognised as one of the leading schools in the North West. Pupils aged 4-20 are taught in mixed groups – with Lamont boasting an unusually high proportion of boys – using role play, improvisation and drama games. They can also enter festivals and take examinations. However, the emphasis is on developing confidence and imagination, learning drama skills, getting on with everyone in the group, but, above all, having fun!