Complete Dragon’s Den activity plan for Key Stage 2 teachers. Includes persuasive writing tasks, drama performance, differentiation strategies, and National Curriculum links for Years 3-6.

Bring the Excitement of Dragon’s Den Into Your Classroom!

This complete Dragon’s Den lesson plan combines persuasive writing, public speaking, and drama performance in one exciting, curriculum-linked activity that your class will love!

Persuasive Writing Made Easy
Step-by-step writing framework guides pupils through creating compelling pitches. Includes persuasive language word bank and sentence starters.

Drama That Actually Works
Clear performance guidelines for entrepreneurs and Dragons. Build confidence, improvisation skills, and public speaking abilities through structured role play.

Ready in Minutes
Minimal prep time required! Everything you need is included: lesson structure, success criteria, resources list, and teacher notes. Just download and teach.

Fully Differentiated
Comprehensive strategies for SEND, EAL learners, gifted & talented, less confident writers and performers. Every child can succeed!

Proven to Engage
Based on the popular TV show format pupils know and love. Combines writing, speaking, listening, and performance for maximum engagement.

Curriculum Coverage
Ticks multiple National Curriculum boxes: English Writing, Spoken Language, Drama.

Perfect For…
Literacy Coordinators looking for engaging persuasive writing resources

Class Teachers (Years 3-6) wanting ready-to-use lessons

Early Career Teachers needing high-quality, structured lesson plans

Supply Teachers requiring engaging, self-contained activities

Drama Specialists seeking curriculum-linked performance activities

Enterprise Education coordinators and special project weeks

Speaking & Listening focus weeks or assessment periods

End of Term activities that still cover curriculum objectives

Confidence Building for shy or anxious pupils

Mixed Ability Classes needing fully differentiated materials

“This Dragon’s Den lesson was absolutely brilliant! My Year 5 class were completely engaged - even the reluctant writers produced fantastic pitches. The drama element really brought it to life and gave children a genuine purpose for their persuasive writing. Will definitely use again!” Sarah M., Year 5 Teacher, Manchester