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We are also big fans of OPES! 

I thought your son was fab CeliB, I'd be bursting with pride! 

Well done to the yes's and fingers crossed next time for the no's. Do we have any DDs on the forum who have been offered finals for year 9 and 10 (going into these years)?

The problem with a lot of summer schools overseas especially the USA is that the younger ones start in June and most of our schools in the the UK don't finish until Mid July.  Look at Walnut Hill I think they do mid July-August for her age range.  

DD just wore her leotard and rolled up her tights.  Some girls did bring a top to go over the leotard and some wore jazz trousers.  I don't think they mind for that section as long as there potential and a smile. 

I always admire those little ones that keep trying year in year out!  You never know! 

I agree Hammond will be looking for potential and an ability to lend her hand to most of the skill set with the right training.  DD was in the same position when she went for the Hammond audition. She sang 'castle on a cloud' as she doesn't have a strong voice but has a nice little tone.  Good luck they are lovely staff! 

Don't forget DanceWorks which is also very good, slightly less busy and very near Selfridges!

^{Surely it is done by DOB?  If you are currently in year 7 applying for year 8 and there was a particuarly tall girl at the back of the line and she was an October baby and a particular small girl at the front who was an August baby they could probably say it was due to the fact one was much older/younger than the other  without referring to cvs.  DD went to the insight day at RBS in October and they did it this way.} 

Can anyone actually open the application forms for the ballet training days which is the one underneath the insight days?  It keeps coming up 'error'?

So sorry Pups_mum...sending masses of "Get Well Quickly" wishes for your DD.

 

I'm having a bit of that "why now" feeling myself...DD was sent home from school on Monday afternoon with a very nasty virus that is doing the rounds...but it's meant that she's missed the 2 Theatre Rehearsals for Nutcracker at the Coliseum this week now, plus Santa in the dorms, Secret Santa swaps and if she doesn't make it back tomorrow she'll miss Panto and Christmas Party

 

She doesn't get ill often so it's such a shame for her...but at least it'll be over before she starts her Nutcracker run on the 22nd!

 

Fingers crossed that your DD recovers well enough to take her exam and do it justice xxx

Nightmare dtadmin we had the same bug and it wasn't the usual 24 hr one.  Fingers crossed she will be ok for the 22nd and it will be wonderful xxx

I was wondering why UK students don't enter this competition, surely we are good enough?

Out of interest, did anyone get a yes for finals for year 10 entry?

I've not heard of one yet from either year 9 or 10

Big hugs to all those nos... DD got a straight no last year from Elmhurst for year 8 and we were very disappointed not to get to the finals but she knew it wasn't a good audition!  But....... there are many other amazing schools and opportunities out there and one of them is waiting for you if you keep working hard and never give up! 

Have to agree it was a much better atmosphere this year with no over competitiveness beforehand. After last years disaster, I'm just so thrilled that DD actually came out happy & said it went well - that's almost worth more than the results!!

So pleased it was much better this year for your DD. Good luck! 

Good luck today especially those who are trying for a second or third time!  I really really hope it is your year! 

Yes I'd like similar info on this summer school.

 

Also was there a summer school in Harpenden.....I think that was the name.....if so what was the age range/standard required to attend.

 

Also where is the OPES summer school based? Thanks a lot for any info

DD attended Opes for the first time this year.  It is usually in August at a place called Ranby in Nottinghamshire and is residential.  DD said children come from all over the place some from abroad, some local ballet schools like her, some vocational schools so it was a good opportunity to meet new friends and experience children of varying standards.  DD was in Intermediate 1 and had about 17 in her class.  She did Rep/Pilates/Ballet Technique and Contemporary every day.  Performance at the end of the week was amazing and we all felt she had progressed so much in just four days.  I appreciated not all courses sort everyone but DD is going for two weeks in 2015 and I started saving the moment we left Nottingham!  Hope this helps! 

I need to get one too in a 28 A so off to the shops this Saturday!  Can't believe the Christmas rush has started already!

Well done Lema great news

My advice is to find a summer school where the classes are smaller (limited) so you are not lost at the back of the class.  Some schools have very large classes and this forum has been excellent letting us know what other students/parents think. 

If you want to work hard, improve your performance and technique then OPES really stood out for us last year

If you want to have fun, improve your confidence and experience lots of different forms of dance then somewhere like Tring or Harpenden are both excellent but not residential.

Also ask your ballet teacher as they might have some sound advice that is suitable for you.

If you wish to see a consultant privately they will still expect a referral from your GP.  

Out application got lost in the post, so we are having to resend everything, just hope they don't have a cut off date!

Nightmare and all the effort with photos etc! Glad you check xx

Year 10 for my DD Happmum x

All the luck in the World to your DD

Yes best of luck! Big smiles and nice feet!!    

I would cast your net wide as the places are so highly sought after in all schools at this level. You may have to go with what you are offered and it will no doubt turn out for the best!  Best of luck