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Highest Achieving Group

Here is a photo of Penny, Mae, Chloe, Bo and Catherine who as a group gained the highest marks in our recent IDTA exams. All girls gained distinctions with the highest one being 91%. Well done to all our pupils, you've made us extremely proud...

New Grade 3 Ballet Class

Here are some snaps of our new Grade 3 Ballet class taken at our sister school in Washington last week. The pupils are trying out some of the new exercises and steps....

Low intensity Zumba Gold is ideal for older adults.

If you are looking for a keep fit class that offers you an easy-to-follow routine at a pace suited to you then look no further than Zumba Gold. Zumba Gold is for those looking for a lower intensity class. Suitable for all fitness levels, you can work at your own pace and as there is no 'first' class, you can start at any time! For more information about our Zumba Gold classes click here...

Amazing results received from Aprils IDTA Examinations!

The long awaited results from Aprils IDTA examinations have arrived and we are absolutely thrilled with the level of achievement gained by our pupils. Over half of the pupils received distinctions with mid to high 90's marks. Well done to everyone for working so hard. Results will be on the notice boards from tomorrow. Miss Pauline...

Thank You!

Thank you so much for all the kind birthday wishes. I'm so lucky to have such a wonderful team to work with and fabulous students. Here are a couple of photos that were taken on Saturday at Prima. Lovely Theo and the 10am pupils presented me with a beautiful orchid (above photo) and more gifts received from grade 1 Tap class (below). Thank you for your kindness and generosity, Love Pauline ...

FREE Taster Sessions Available for all Classes!

At the beginning of April our students did very well in their exams and are moving on to higher grades. Now that the new term has started we are back to enjoying dancing, singing, drama and our new acrobatic dance classes. We certainly know how to have fun! This term Miss Pauline is opening all our classes to new starters and is offering a FREE taster session to anyone who would like to give them a try. The classes available are; Melody Bear (inc Ballet & Tap) - Age 2 to 4 years Bal...

Miss Pauline with some of our lovely little dancers getting ready for their exams.

At the beginning of April we welcomed a representative from the IDTA to the school for our most recent stage of examinations. All of our girls were impeccably turned out and they performed to the best of their ability. Exam results should be received before the end of the month and we are confident that our girls did well. Well done girls, we are so proud of you....

IDTA Bursary, March 2017.

Well done to all our girls who danced in the IDTA bursary at the beginning of March. All of our girls did an amazing job and danced their socks off!! We are so proud of you. Well done from Miss Pauline and the team....

Introducing Acrobatic Arts

Acrobatic Dance available at our Consett and Washington School. We are thrilled to announce that we are now offering Acrobatic Dance at our Consett Dance School and Prima Ballet and Performing Arts in Washington. Acrobatic Dance, or acro as it is commonly referred to by dancers and dance professionals, is the beautiful fusion of classic dance technique and the precision and athleticism of acrobatic elements The increased popularity of mainstream media, including Cirque du Soleil and Dance Te...

C.A.T.S ( Consett Arts Theatre School )

Have you ever wanted your child to be the star of the show, appear on stage or TV and experience the thrill of performing in front of an audience but don't know how to get started? We are already recognised as one of the leading theatre schools for young people in the North East with some of the best teachers available. It's hard work but great fun and gives an opportunity to learn everything about the performing arts in a disciplined, happy and safe environment. For further information call...

Willowburn Hospice Fashion Show at M&Co, Consett.

Thank you to all pupils, parents and friends who supported the Fashion Show at M&Co in Consett on Valentines Night, in aid of Willowburn Hospice. All of our pupils and friends who modelled looked absolutely fabulous, dressed in the great outfits given. Willowburn received in the region of £300, taken at the door and with the raffle, which will make approx £900+ raised by the efforts of our 2 schools with the 3 fashion shows since last summer (Correct figures to follow). Thanks again t...