JUNIOR SCHOOL Pre-School Our youngest ballerinas are 3 years of age and attend Pre-School Ballet. This class is a gentle introduction to dance concentrating on co-ordination, musicality and expression. Through imagery and the use of stories the children learn how to express themselves to music while basic stretching and co-ordination exercises improve their motor skills. Pre-Primary, Primary & Grade 1 From 4 years of age students can attend Pre-Primary where they learn set exercises from the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus. From PrePrimary to Grade 1, students have the option of participating in RAD Awards. Further information on Awards and Exams can be found under RAD Exams. Grade 1 On successfully completing Primary, students move into Grade 1. All grades from 1 to 8 include the study of classical ballet, free movement and character dancing from countries such as Hungary, Russia and Poland. Each child moves up to the next grade when they are physically and mentally ready which can take from 1 to 2 years depending on each individual. SENIOR SCHOOL Grade 2 to Grade 8 From Grade 2 upwards students are encouraged to take 2 ballet classes a week. This is to enable them to develop their … Continue reading Curriculum