The ‘Higher Grades’ of the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus allow the students to further develop their classical vocabulary and make full use of their technique.  

Grades 6 has a much greater emphasis on dance quality and performance than in the middle grades. Exercises and dances are more challenging for all abilities. 

Grade 7 is influenced by the Neo-Classical ballet "La Sylphide". It further develops the young dancer's sense of style, musicality and performance.

Grade 8 Award is the final grade and reward for years of study. Each dancer must prepare a number of solos to perform for the examiner. We hope that most students will be able to gain the Award before moving onto further study at University or full-time dance training.

So far, we are very proud that all our Grade 8 candidates have been awarded Distinction by the Royal Academy of Dance.

We recommend that our Higher Grades students also attend Vocational graded classes to further strengthen and maintain their classical technique. We also encourage them to audition for associate schemes, workshops and holiday courses.

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