Stapleton School Of Dancing

The school offers children’s and vocational examinations in both ISTD and RAD twice a year, with one session at Christmas and the other at Easter. These examinations are open to all students who are assessed by the Principal before being entered to ensure they are ready. In the lead up to the examination the school holds six compulsory ‘coaching classes’. These classes help prepare the students to the required examination level, of which the school boasts a 100% pass rate. The school appreciates the benefits of external training and encourages those with certain flair and ability to apply for the Imperial and Royal Societies outreach programs (JA/MA/PVP etc). These children are also given the opportunity to compete in local and regional Eisteddfod festivals. This helps these children develop their technical abilities, but arguably, more importantly, helps them develop their performance skills. It also gives them the opportunity to dance alongside other talented children from local schools, giving them a wider awareness of what is out there, especially as students are reaching Regional and National finals.