BALLET EXAMS ARE SO OVER!
Ballet is firmly rooted in tradition - the movements were first codified by Louis XIV in the 1600s - but that doesn't mean that the practices around ballet shouldn't move with the times. In 2024 we understand about prioritizing mental wellbeing and promoting a healthy body image, and how nurturing enjoyment is key to keeping that love of ballet burning bright.
It's time to move beyond old-fashioned tests, and recognize your dancer's achievements the more progressive way, with Arts Award.
Instead of stressing over exams, Arts Award lets your child explore their creativity and grow at their own pace. Young people can dive into their interests, learn new skills, and showcase their talents without the pressure of traditional testing. With Arts Award, learning becomes fun and exciting, focusing on discovering art and personal growth. It's like Duke of Edinburgh Awards for the arts. This fresh approach makes the whole experience more enjoyable and inspiring than ever before!
With Arts Award, the artistic journey doesn't have to about just one art form - it can grow as your child's interests broaden and evolve, and encompass all their artistic pursuits, including music tuition, creative hobbies, performing arts and even other dance forms.
Qualifications that count
The Arts Awards framework consists of one entry-level award and four qualifications, covering the full range of a child's arts engagement, from early interest (Discovery) through the development of their artistic involvement to the first level of qualification (Explore) and then into the higher qualification stages of Bronze, Silver and Gold.
DISCOVER
The first step on your child's journey. All ages from 5 and up.
If your child has not yet completed an Arts Award, start here.
EXPLORE
Once your child has completed Discover, they are ready to move on to this first qualification level.
Can draw in arts they are practising outside of ballet, such as music lessons.
BRONZE
Bronze awards are begun from age 10 up, and submissions can begin from age 11.
Incorporates practicing the arts and observing.
SILVER
Age 11 and up.
Silver Arts Award gives young people the chance to take on an artistic challenge and a leadership role too.
Provides a Level 2 qualification on RQF.