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                   DANCE
PERFORMING ARTS DANCE | 13
 My favourite place at school is the dance studio because
I have made some amazing memories there and I adore dancing. I think I have improved a lot with performing in general, talking to large crowds, dancing, acting, and I’m not as shy
as I used to be. Tiggy, Year 8
Dance is an instant mood booster and can help improve confidence, body image and well-being. It is a positive way of releasing feelings and dealing with them and studies show it to be helpful in reducing anxiety as well as having a positive impact on the mind.
Dance is well established and hugely popular at the school.The dance studio is a great space where creativity knows no bounds and boys and girls of all
ages and abilities are welcome and encouraged.Whether they are taking their first steps in the nursery or moving and grooving in the Senior Jazz class - there is something for all.
Ballet grades, jazz and musical theatre are taught as hobbies and there are many opportunities for pupils to perform in showcase events throughout the
year though sadly, due to the COVID restrictions this summer, the end of the
year show was unable to go ahead.
Many congratulations to Pietro Pesenti
one of our amazing male dancers who, during his time with us, only ever took ballet classes at school. He was awarded a full dance scholarship to St Edward’s, Oxford. A huge achievement and very well deserved.Also very well done to Bella Kinniburgh who has been awarded a place on The Royal Ballet School Junior Associates programme and to Pippa Gough who has been invited to audition for the same programme later in the year. Both girls are beautiful, dedicated ballet dancers and deserve this amazing opportunity to train with one of the best ballet schools in the world. But all our dancers are to be complimented on their hard work, dedication and commitment, especially to those who attended the 7.30am lessons!
Elaine Robinson, Dance Teacher





















































































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