The Royal Academy of dance offers an internationally recognised portfolio of examinations and assessments designed to motivate and encourage students of all ages and ability. There is no upper age limit and both male and female students can enter.

The RAD examinations offer students with:

• achievable goals to work towards
• recognition from the world’s largest examination board
• qualifications that are fully accredited by the UK regulatory authorities
• the impetus to achieve their personal best in a fun and nurturing environment

The graded examinations syllabus provides a broad practical dance education and develops technical, musical and performance skills. It incorporates Ballet, free movement and character.

• Pre-Primary in Dance (suitable from 5 years)
• Primary in Dance
• Grades 1-8 (free movement and character introduced from Grade 1)

The vocational graded examination syllabus provides an in-depth study of Ballet, develops technique, music and performance skills and introduces pointe work for female candidates. Vocational examinations are suitable for students from the age of 11 years.

• Intermediate Foundation
• Intermediate
• Advanced Foundation
• Advanced 1 & 2

ISTD Examinations

The examination structure of the ISTD is designed to cater equally for those pursuing dance purely as a leisure activity and for those who wish to progress to making dance their profession, either as a performer or dance teacher.

Graded and Vocational Graded Examinations in Modern Theatre:

• Primary
• Grades 1-6
• Intermediate Foundation
• Intermediate
• Advanced 1 & 2

Jazz Awards: Jazz awards must be taken in concession

• Bronze
• Silver
• Gold

Graded and Vocational Graded Examinations in Tap Dance:

• Primary
• Grade 1-6
• Intermediate Foundation
• Intermediate
• Advanced 1 & 2

Congratulations to all our students who achived excellent results in Spring 2012 Exam Session.

The following students achieved a Distinction:

Emily Weaver 84% Distinction Grade 1 Ballet

Georgina Evans 80% Distinction Grade 1 Ballet

Tilly Roach 79% Distinction Grade 1 Ballet

Bertie Callis-Noicholls 78% Distinction Grade 2 Ballet

Raffy Clark 77% Distinction Grade 2 Ballet

Charlotte Maund 75% Distinction Grade 3 Ballet

Cara Foley 77% Distinction Primary Ballet

Elizabeth Greenstreet 77% Distinction Primary Ballet

Isobel Parmenter Young 76% Distinction Primary Ballet

Polly Ellis 77% Distinction Primary Ballet

Rosa Osborne 75% Distinction Primary Ballet