Our Pre Pro Programme is designed to help secure a successful college audition or career path into the working Performing Arts Industry

Study part-time alongside regular education - providing you with the optimum opportunity to support your progression with additional accredited qualifications, preparation and experience

Many of our students go on to successfully gain entry to further arts education colleges or become performing arts teachers

STUDY WITH OUR INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL AND BAFTA/OLIVIER AWARD WINNING CHOREOGRAPHER/DIRECTOR WORKSHOPS AND LECTURES

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COMMERCIAL / HIP-HOP / MODERN JAZZ / BALLET / PBT – PROGRESSING BALLET TECHNIQUE CONTEMPORARY / TAP / ACROBATIC ARTS / RADAR TECHNIQUE + FLEXIBILITY DRAMA / MUSICAL THEATRE / ONE-TO-ONE SINGING / POINTE BALLET

Regular 'Specialist Workshops' are held with current industry professionals, leading Choreographers, Actors, Stunt Specialists

Progressive development of: Technique, Performance, Creativity, Terminology, Physiology and Injury Prevention, Professionalism, Experience, Audition Preparation

A variety of equipment is used to engage and aid development

Timetable

Birmingham Venues

CHESTER ROAD, Erdington - Please see ‘Contact Us’ for location details

DANCE XCHANGE, BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME

EXAM OPPORTUNITIES

We have 100% Examination Success!

Having completed BTDA Grade 8, students are able to progress to 'Intermediate' and 'Advanced' vocational examinations. There is also the opportunity to acquire Certificate for Dance Teaching Assistant, Certificate in Dance Teaching and Diploma in Dance Teaching and Management

Accredited Examination Boards: BTDA (British Theatre Dance Association), RAD (Royal Academy of Dance), LAMDA (London Academy of Dramatic Art) and LCM (London College of Music)

Students are able to acquire UCAS points and Scholarships

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

Performance opportunities and events are always present at BSS, helping to build your portfolio:

• Our Performers Elite Teams are able to successfully compete at National and International Competition

• Regular performances at Disneyland Paris, London's West End, Royal Albert Hall and ALL STARS Experience shows 

• Our School Performances for ALL students are held in prestigious theatres

• Regular Commercial + Promotional Event Performances

• TV/Film, Corporate, Cruise Ships, Holiday Entertainment, Sport Cheerleading

PROGRESSION

Give yourself the best opportunities and connections to emerge from BSS ready for the working world

• We aim to provide a branch from one stage of education to the next. Alongside the study of Gqal 'Vocational Qualifications' you will be guided on how best to prepare yourself for the 'Next Step' of your journey...whether that be college, performing, teaching or all 3!

• Enjoy the opportunity of being able to learn from and receive workshops with Industry specialists

• We are very proud to have Alan Harding as a Patron and Mentor at the school.  His expertise and professionalism is second to none

• Many of our regular 'Guest Teachers' actually teach in London Colleges and know what the current expectations are

• We are also supported and connected to 'Studio 34 Music'...Our regular guest vocal coach Shelley is an industry level coach. You can receive 1-to-1 vocal coaching and audition prep including creating a showreel in the recording studio

• Private classes are available to help prepare you closer to audition dates

Once you have turned 18yrs and we consider you to be a viable candidate to be put forward, you will be able to apply for 'Chaperone Status' which will enable you to receive a DBS check and if successful, receive an Enhanced DBS. This enables you to be placed on Birmingham Local Education Authorities Chaperone Approval list and you will be in a position to work as an independent 'Registered Chaperone'

AGENCY REPRESENTATION

We have connections with reputable casting agents, both London and locally, who often call for students to participate in commercial, modelling, Theatre and TV. Students are able to receive personal agent representation 

FEES

A fixed fee of £20 for Grades up to 8 covers all classes and rehearsals and includes both Wednesday and Saturday classes. For private classes, please contact the office as prices vary

Fees are paid weekly via bank transfer. Transfer information is available from the office

This enables parents to keep check and not be bombarded with extra fees! Especially on the run up to a show or event when rehearsals become more regular. A separate fee is generally chargeable for 'Specialist Workshops' or if there is an occasional rehearsal on a 'non-dancing day' 

UNIFORM

At 16+ yrs, uniform becomes more relaxed and students are able to wear a wider variety of optional dance wear, however specific uniform is still required for Examinations. Please visit our Uniform page for more information

prioritising SAFETY + WELLBEING

Our staff hold Enhanced DBS Certificates and First Aid response and facilities are available on site

GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) – We will not share your information with any other organisation and will only contact you for purposes of information or with regards to your child

We ask that every student completes a 'Personal Information' form, which details general contact info and any medical, or other observations you feel we need to be made aware of

Safeguarding: Please see our safeguarding 'Child Protection Policy' for further information regarding how we support children and their families

We are very fortunate to have 'Clued Up Coaching' as a support to our organisation. Qualified life coaches are contactable if students or their families need support with the everyday stresses of adolescence, school exams and coping with life post pandemic

PARENTS + GUARDIANS

Parents are kept up to date with student progression on a regular basis. Students on our Pre Pro Programme are in an important transitional phase of their education and career and communication is key to a full support network

We are happy to assist with enquiries and if you would like to contact us, please use the office details found in 'Contact Us'