At your first class, it is a good idea to….
- leave yourself plenty of time to arrive
- not bring siblings if at all possible. (The centres can be very busy with class change-overs)
- avoid allowing naps in the 30 mins before arriving (If possible)
- give a snack and a bathroom break before class. This way everyone is awake, fuelled up, and ready to go for their brand-new adventure
- keep the adventure a phone-free zone. Your child needs your full attention on what is a big day for them
- have your child wear something they are comfortable and can move in. For the first three-four classes, a comfortable top and a pair of leggings will do beautifully. After week 4, the school uniform should be worn to class each week
To get to class, walk to the front of the school and the children can use the door of the red brick porch on your left.
The children can be collected from the glass front door of the school.
You can see students through the windows of the hall, but we do ask that to minimise distractions for the students, please keep this to a minimum and avoid being seen if possible. Please do not cross the barrier cones set up outside the window as it sets off the alarm in the main school building.
Each child reacts differently to their first class – some join the class without so much as a backwards glance. Other children take things more slowly. Both are very normal and to be expected. We focus on what works for each child.
Uniform If you prefer to have the uniform for the first class, you can check out full uniform details
When buying ballet shoes
- always go for the leather ones
- always go up one full size from your child’s normal shoe size
Happy dancing!
Catherine & Team