From our Young Beginner Classes all classes are non-examination ie. Syllabus work is not always covered during the normal weekly class. If a student shows an interest in taken an examination and the class teacher feels that they are ready, they may do so by taking additional examination classes which are available at the weekends. If a student specifically does not wish to take an examination but has reached the required standard to progress to the next level, they may do so following an assessment and discussion with the Principal and class teacher.

Flower Garden Class – these classes are suitable for pre-school aged students from age 3 to 5. The 45 minute session covers all three main disciplines of Tap, Modern Jazz and ballet. Students can progress to taking the BTDA Silver and Gold Rose Award class tests. Once students reach school age they progress into the more structured Young Beginner Classes.

Young Beginner Class – These classes are suitable for students aged 5 – 7. They are more structured than the Flower Garden Class and each session in each discipline is 30 minutes in length. Examinations are available with the BTDA and students may progress to taking Silver and Gold Rose Awards, Preparatory and Primary Examinations. Once a student has passed the Primary Examination or reached the required level they may move up to the Elementary Level Classes.

Elementary Level Class – these classes are suitable for students aged 7 – 11 or a student who has taken and successfully passed their Primary Level Examination. Students that have progressed from the Young Beginner Class will have a basic knowledge of the steps required at this standard. Students entering this class with no prior experience will be catered for with additional assistance from our Class Assistants.

Intermediate Level Class – These classes are suitable for students aged 12 to 14 or a student who has taken and successfully passed their Grade Three Examination. Students that have progressed from the Elementary Level Class will have an extended knowledge of the steps required at this standard.

Advanced Level Class – These classes are suitable for students who have taken and successfully passed their Grade Five Examination. By this time students will have an extensive and broad knowledge of the steps required at this standard. Students will not be able to enter at this level without prior experience. Students in this class may undertake Vocational Examinations leading to Teaching Qualifications.

Musical Theatre Class – This class is split into Junior (aged 5 –11) and Senior (aged 12+). During the classes the students will study elements of the theatre, musicality, singing, acting, directing, choreographing, voice technique, singing, mime, poetry and prose, and verse speaking. Students taking this class may take the BTDA Performance Medals in Singing, Song and Dance, Musical Theatre, Drama and Verse Speaking along with BTDA Graded Examinations in Speech and Drama.

Classes for Adults – We have available classes for anyone over the age of 18 who wants to give dancing a go! These classes are fun and enjoyable. Examinations with the BTDA are available although not compulsory and there are also a series of Performance Medals available as an alternative to the Graded Examinations. Our adults also get the opportunity to perform in the school show.