FAQS
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Uniforms are best for dancing so the teacher can see if dance skills are being performed correctly. Students will require En Pointe’s correct class uniform, which can only be brought through the ‘My Dance Store’ link.
Correct uniforms will be required for exams, all uniforms can be found under the ‘Dancewear Store’ button
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All items can be found on the ‘My Dance Store’ link except for En Pointe items which are ordered through Miss Honey.
Ballet, Tap & Modern - Pink leotard, pink convertible ballet tights, Ballet shoes, Tap shoes, Crossover Cardigan, Ballet Skirt.
Lyrical Dance - Pink leotard, black shorts, ballet shoes, Optional En Pointe T-shirt.
Acro-Dance - Pink leotard, black velour shorts, Optional En Pointe T-shirt.
Street & Commercial - En Pointe Hoodie, En Pointe T-shirt, Jogging bottoms, Trainers.
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Tap shoes are not essential for the first few weeks until you are certain you want to continue with the class. Tap shoes can be found cheaper on sites such as eBay and Vinted. Some tap shoes are better than others and provide more support, so please check with me before buying.
It’s important that your child’s tap shoes have the appropriate heel height, higher heels can be unstable for young children as they lack ankle stability.
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Acro-dance is performed bare footed.
Lyrical Dance is performed bare footed with the option of a turning shoe.
Modern Dance is barefooted.
Street Dance requires comfy footwear like trainers.
Tap Dance requires tap shoes once you are sure you like this style of dance (wear shoes like trainers at first)
Ballet requires ballet shoes, students can dance barefooted until they can purchase ballet shoes.
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I do not offer free trial classes as I am a highly qualified and experienced dance teacher with all the latest training and up to date knowledge and I'm confident in my teaching abilities.
However if you are already attending one of my classes and wish to try another class please message me to arrange a free trial.
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Yes students can work to ISTD graded and vocational exams. Once students get to the higher grades, they have the opportunity to earn UCAS tariff points towards collage/university. With Distinction having a higher UCAS tariff points value than Merit and Pass.
Students will only be entered into exams when the teacher is confident that students have a good understanding of the syllabus and meet the performance criteria to gain a good result.
Exams can be costly as there will be an entrance fee, extra tuition and required uniform/footwear.
Acrobatic Arts students will also have the opportunity to enter exams once they meet the criteria for each level.
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Yes I will give all students the opportunity to attend Competitions and participate in Displays and Shows.
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We do not require a 4 week notice period however if you decide to leave En Pointe School of Dancing during the term you have paid for you will not receive a refund.
If you decide to leave En Pointe please notify us asap.
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Classes are strictly drop off apart from Preschool Acro-dance in which a parents/carer must attend with child.
Due to safeguarding and health and safety regulations En Pointe School of Dancing reserves the right to refuse any adult/person entry into class.