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aLISON alLEN
PRINCIPAL
D.D.E, L.I.S.T.D and holder of Enrico Cecchetti Final Diploma
When I was growing up we either did horse-riding or ballet. I did ballet and my world changed! At the age of eleven I went to a ballet school where I boarded. It was every girl's dream, an old Rothschild mansion, The Arts Education School Tring Park. It was full of hidden staircases and secret rooms. Ballet became my life.
I still had two other ambitions: to swim the English Channel and to work with children! I haven't managed to swim the channel but I have now worked with children for thirty years. I am as passionate about my work now as I was when I started.
My career started as a dancer and I have had the opportunity to dance all over the world. After getting married I concentrated on teaching. It was having my own children that made me want to be a part of the local community and to contribute to it.
grace rhodes
ASSISTANT TEACHER
PRE-SCHOOL & RECEPTION, SATURDAY CLASSES
"I enjoy helping the younger children because it brings me so much joy seeing them improve and having fun!"
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All classes are accompanied by professional live pianists. Music is an integral part of each class, and we are fortunate enough to have 4 wonderful pianists accompanying our classes. Dance needs music to set the mood, give the beat and motivate us to move. I believe dance and music work together in unison. Miss Alison plays for us on Tuesdays, Miss Taline on Wednesdays, Mr Farhad on Thursdays & Saturdays and Mr Matthew on Saturdays.
Please note that all teachers and pianists are DBS checked for your peace of mind and your children's safety.