Research, Reports & Writing
We are committed to evaluating and researching the impact of our practice.
In July 2014 our research was validated at Standard 2 by Project Oracle. In 2017-2018, teachers reported that 85% of children taking part in Speech Bubbles showed improvements in learning, speaking and listening and 86% showed improvements in emotional behaviour and conduct behaviour. Find out more about the impact of our work below.
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Research and Evaluations
External studies on the impact and effectiveness of Speech Bubbles
Speech Bubbles Reports
Internal reports by Speech Bubbles, including our Annual Report
Articles, Papers and Features about Speech Bubbles
Writing that features or includes Speech Bubbles
Curriculum, Pedagogy and Social Climate Interventions
ISOTIS, Inclusive Education and Social Support to Tackle Inequalities in Society. December 2018
Evaluating Twinkles Abstract
Adam Annand, London Bubble, February 2019. Originally published in RiDE Journal of Applied Theatre and Performance.
Everyone’s Entitled to a Proper Turn
Eleanor Samson, M6 Theatre, January 2015.
The Arts and Health: Meaning and Fulfilment in an Uncertain Age; a Discussion Paper.
Dr Jonathan Barnes Sydney De Haan Research Centre for The Arts and Health. Canterbury Christ Church University, 2013.
Promoting Social and Personal Well-being in 5-7 Year Olds Through the “Speech Bubbles” Drama Project.
Dr Jonathan Barnes. Sydney De Haan Research Centre for The Arts and Health. Canterbury Christ Church University, July 2012.
Speech Bubbles: The Art of Building Creative Relationships: Developing Drama Workshops For Small Groups of Referred Children Aged 5 – 7 Years.
Paula Robinson, Birkbeck, University of London, February 2010.
Speech Bubbles: Research Review
Summary by Adam Annand, London Bubble, February 2010.
The Impact of ‘Newham Speech Bubbles’ on Pupil’s Communication and Staff Practice: Perceptions of Teaching Staff at an East London Primary School
Dissertation by Jo Afful, UEL, 2016
An Exploration into Dramatic Play and Story Drama as a Tool for Supporting Children from a Socio-disadvantaged Background with Speech, Language and Communication Needs.
Dissertation by Mark Lloyd, University of South Wales, 2014.
Speak Out: Practice Sharing Report.
Marigold Hughes, February 2012.
Evaluation of Speak Out
Fidelma O’Neil, 2009.
Book Chapters and Articles
Guardian blog: Tackling Shyness Takes Centre Stage by Adam Annand
A chapter about Speech Bubbles is included in; Drama to Inspire; Ed by John Coventon; Pub Trentham Books;Oct 2011