Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus

Ballet

From Baby Ballet through the graded syllabus to Pointe, building strong technique and artistry.

Ballet at McCaw follows the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus. Our youngest dancers start in Baby Ballet, where the focus is on enjoying music and movement, then progress through Pre-Primary, Primary and the graded classes.

As students develop, classes build the strength, placement and musicality that underpin every other style. Older students work towards Intermediate and Pointe work, with the option to take RAD examinations.

Levels: Baby Ballet, Pre-Primary, Primary, Grades 1–7, Intermediate, Pointe
Ages: Please ask us which level suits your child.
Examinations: Optional RAD exams
Fees: Available from the school on request

Enquire about Ballet Register via Parent Portal ↗

A line of ballet students at the barre with arms raised in the studio

When it runs

MondayGrade 6 Ballet17:15–18:00 · 45 min
MondayPointe Class18:00–18:30 · 30 min
MondayIntermediate Ballet18:30–19:15 · 45 min
MondayGrade 7 Ballet19:15–20:00 · 45 min
SaturdayBaby Ballet09:00–09:30 · 30 min
SaturdayPre-Primary Ballet09:30–10:00 · 30 min
SaturdayPrimary Ballet10:00–10:30 · 30 min
SaturdayGrade 1 Ballet11:00–11:30 · 30 min
SaturdayGrade 2 Ballet12:00–12:30 · 30 min
SaturdayGrade 3 Ballet13:00–13:30 · 30 min
SaturdayGrade 4 Ballet14:00–14:30 · 30 min
SaturdayGrade 5 Ballet15:00–15:45 · 45 min
SaturdayPointe Class15:45–16:15 · 30 min

See it on the full timetable

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