Class sizes are restricted in size to ensure good relations between student and teacher.  We try to ensure that students have the opportunity to lead during the term therefore rotating positions and aiding their spatial awareness.  In order to teach dancing effectively it is sometimes necessary to demonstrate using physical contact to clarify verbal instruction.

Hard work raises the level of achievement individuals can attain and fun comes from sharing the challenges.  Students must respect other pupils and teachers alike.  We will not tolerate disruptive behavior and we reserve the right to dismiss students who are constantly disruptive. 

We need to be made aware of any change in medical conditions.  Children under 16 years old using an inhaler must have written permission from the parent/guardian for pupil to use their inhaler during class.  Medication should be labeled and handed into the teacher at the start of the lesson; the student is then responsible for collection at the end of the lesson.  If students have an Emergency Care Plan please ensure that we have an up to date copy to keep on file.

Examinations are optional.  Parents are informed by letter when students are ready and of correct age to take their examinations.  Students study the Royal Academy of Dance (R.A.D) for Ballet.  Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (I.S.T.D.) for Tap and Jazz.  These two boards are QCA recognized.  We have also recently added the International Dance Teachers Association (I.D.T.A).

Every 18 months/two years pupils take part (if wished) in a performance which is held at the Princess Theatre, Torquay in aid of Local Charities.  This gives students a chance to perform in a live theatre, which is an enjoyable experience they will never forget.  The opportunity to perform in local competition festivals is available; please contact Miss Marisa to express your interest.  We are also informed of auditions; many of our students have performed in past shows. 

We are planning to hold a Presentation Ceremony at the end of the Autumn Term.  This will be an annual event where students will be presented with copies of their certificates achieved starting from this summer term 2007.  All students will receive certificates for attendance and their hard work throughout the year.  Progress reports will be kept in students’ bags and on our file to enable parents to see how much they have achieved working on their examination syllabus

A correspondence box is available in Studio One.  Please place any documents in the box, including Dancewear orders with payment and Term Fees making sure both are clearly labeled.  Box will be emptied daily.

Entry into the studios’ is via intercom.  Fire Exit Meeting Point is in the Car Park

Uniforms are available from the Dance Centre Shop (Cary Court Dancewear)