National Theatre Collection
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| Fact | National Theatre Collection | Scholastic Watch and Learn Library |
|---|---|---|
| Accessibility | Closed captions are available on every production and audio description is available for many titles. | Videos include closed captioning to support English learners and beginning readers. |
| Company headquarters | The registered office is The Royal National Theatre, Upper Ground, London SE1 9PX. | LinkedIn lists headquarters at 557 Broadway, New York, NY 10012, United States. |
| Company size | LinkedIn lists National Theatre as a nonprofit with 1,001–5,000 employees and headquarters in London. | LinkedIn places Scholastic in the 5,001–10,000 employee range. |
| Founded | 1963 | 1920 |
| Headquarters | London, UK | 557 Broadway, New York, NY 10012, United States |
| Licence | The reviewed product pages describe institutional streaming access and do not state an open-source licence. | The site identifies Scholastic copyright and trademark ownership and provides terms-of-use links; it does not present an open-source licence. |
National Theatre Collection plans
- EdTA member accessFree
- UK state-funded schools and FE collegesFree
- Higher education institutionsPriced on request
- Independent schools and higher-education institutionsPriced on request
- UK independent schools and worldwide schoolsPriced on request
Scholastic Watch and Learn Library plans
- Watch & Learn Library (Canada 2025–2026)$650 a year
- School Wide SubscriptionPriced on request
- School Wide SubscriptionsPriced on request
Pick National Theatre Collection if…
It suits teachers and education institutions looking to use filmed theatre productions and accompanying teaching resources. Its resources include material for primary education, Key Stage 3 and further education.
Pick Scholastic Watch and Learn Library if…
The library is intended for PreK through grade 3 learners and educators looking for nonfiction video for classroom instruction, small groups, or anytime access.