sarahw

Is there something different in a Freed construction to other shoes? Apart from Gaynor's of course ..

I imagine Oxbridge will select differently to most Unis... There are interesting/multi talented people there despite that 🤣🤣

It's interesting what posters say about narrow and shallow feet - now I know why no fitter at multiple shops has ever tried a Freed on DD.

The thing about adjusting Freeds with tucks etc is interesting but why not choose a shoe that fits in the first place?

Maybe they get commission... 

Exactly @valentina - it's the food they buy out of school...

It's much harder to control/modify what kids are eating when away at school. There just aren't enough staff to supervise that type of thing adequately...

It's a very difficult area, great advice here. Instagram doesn't help of course, they're under so much pressure....

Have sent PM.

Thank you!

Beaverelliot unfortunately for most British students they will be dependent on the NHS (state health service) which does not have well developed sports injury services on the whole. Also dance related injuries are not seen as a priority in a heavily rationed service.

I'm so sorry to hear this HBBM. Being the parent is doubly traumatic.

I think the advice to get her assessed by a couple of knowledgeable teachers is a great idea, maybe apply for Associates, come back home and then re-apply if she wishes for Y10.

It is likely she underperformed at auditions quite understandably.

Regarding whether to return for the last term or not I'd be guided by your DD. I once had to return a distressed DD (to another school) but had no choice as it was GCSE year. I wouldn't do it in Y8. I guess it partly depends on how you rate the pastoral care?

Take care.

I know it may be a bit 'outing' but people may have knowledge about the courses she is accepted to which may help you...

Hi - do you have a Wear Moi in size S remaining?

Thanks!

Hi - please could you send photos of Ballet Rosa and Mirella S? I'll pm email address.

Many thanks!

Unfortunately there are some dance schools who are willing to use very aggressive over stretching techniques and post them on Instagram. And on young children also.

I'm particularly frightened of the box splits with band round feet and then pulling the band from behind to extend the stretch behind the bodyline and the over splits on chairs.

I don't know if it's more common than 20 years ago but potentially it increases the incidence of such techniques as kids whose dance schools stretch safely are now exposed to these techniques and try them at home etc....

Ideally 2, maybe 3 classes a week by year 5 I would think  - assuming they want to of course! Ideally some non syllabus work included.

But if a DC was totally recreational only then one per week would be fine.

Is your DD keen to dance a lot?

On 13/04/2019 at 11:23, Dd123 said:

Thank you so much for your advice and knowledge! . DD got to finals of two vocational schools but didn’t get a place... she is 16 but loves ballet so much - we are trying to think of ways to help her but I have always thought that 18 is probably too late ...

It would be worth speaking to KS Dance. They have a classical course for which there is still time to apply....

It's a small personal school with fantastic teaching....

We bought a light to clip onto bed and also trug for bathing items. Additional storage boxes etc are useful but was is needed may vary depending on which room they get?

In the past Hammond sent us a MDS sliding scale chart out promptly on request so we could work out contribution...

Flexynexy you should start your own thread. I'm sure your room will be snapped up!

Congratulations - how inspirational!

On 03/04/2019 at 23:06, Canary said:

Sarahw the landlords in local area where students organise renting rooms or houses together are not vetted by KS Dance. 

Oh sorry Canary I thought they were because of the U18s....

This thread may be of interest

On 15/12/2018 at 07:11, balletbean said:

 

Ballet West is not boarding. It is self catering accommodation either on site or in village.

KS is Trinity Diploma with very limited funding. Accommodation in houses with all KS students and vetted landlords.

I agree you have done the correct thing by querying with the AD. If the concensus is that there is an issue then school should really help your DD via their physio.

It's very frustrating when vocational schools say something needs attention but fail to address it themselves as that's what you're there for! We had similar...

It may be worth seeing someone out of school for a second opinion. Theballetstrength pro at KS Dance is a potential source of help. All the students there do a lot of strengthening as an integral part of the course. I'm sure others could also recommend depending on where you are.