DancingWellies Posted February 5, 2020 Share Posted February 5, 2020 53 minutes ago, junedancer said: What must also be taken into consideration as everyone goes through the audition process is this is just the start. The anxious feeling you all have waiting for the "yes" is one you will continue to have in the coming years day in day out as they go from assessment to assessment and audition to audition. This is so true, getting a yes at some point is just the start of the roller coaster. There's plenty more hurdles to overcome. I do remember at WL Finals they did make a point of saying think very carefully if you get a Yes, the Dance life and training is not for everyone. Like junedaner said we've had good days and bad, at least DD is still keen to dance. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newbiedancemum Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 DD never got RBS associates, and auditioning for this year for year 7 places has had no's from elmhurst and tring then we got the email to say she has made white lodge finals! Shocked is an understatement! Wishing everyone the very best of luck 🍀 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peanut68 Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 Newbiedancemum (in a little while you will need to change Name to seasoneddancemum!) What a lovely good news story! And am sure this will be so heartening to so many others.... and further shows how each school has its own criteria (& of course each child may react differently in different environments & on the day) Huge congrats to your DD - massive achievement! Best of luck at finals! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balletdoodah Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 12 minutes ago, Newbiedancemum said: DD never got RBS associates, and auditioning for this year for year 7 places has had no's from elmhurst and tring then we got the email to say she has made white lodge finals! Shocked is an understatement! Wishing everyone the very best of luck 🍀 Congratulations! Our DD also got callback... so while overjoyed we’re also keeping hopes & dreams in check 🙂 Any of you lovely people here have an idea on how many girls are in the WL final audition. Any general advice would be most welcome - we’re new to the world of ballet (although its taken over much of life of course). Best of luck to all who progressed and also to those who are on another path. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan McNulty Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 Hello Balletdoodah and welcome to the Forum! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balletdoodah Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 (edited) 13 minutes ago, Jan McNulty said: Hello Balletdoodah and welcome to the Forum! Thank you. Glad we found you (frantic search for info these days) Edited February 6, 2020 by Balletdoodah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazylife Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 5 hours ago, Balletdoodah said: Congratulations! Our DD also got callback... so while overjoyed we’re also keeping hopes & dreams in check 🙂 Any of you lovely people here have an idea on how many girls are in the WL final audition. Any general advice would be most welcome - we’re new to the world of ballet (although its taken over much of life of course). Best of luck to all who progressed and also to those who are on another path. Two years ago there were just over 60 girls taken to finals - but I think there were less last year. They’re split into 2/3 groups and timetabled over the first day and second morning for dancing audition, physio checks, academic test and interview. Parents are then asked to return on the second lunchtime and some children will have finished and are ready to go home - these are either a definite yes or no. Those who are not released are seen again for a second dance audition as they want to check them again. All will leave without knowing the outcome (even those who are not kept back) and they will email the answer after a few days. They look to take 12/13 girls from finals as they will more than likely have 2/3 places for internationals seen elsewhere. This was our experience and may have changed, but I hope it helps. Good luck to all those with finals and to those who have a not yet, there are many paths to follow your dream, so please don’t give up. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruby Foo Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 The interview is very informal ( more of a chat) about favourite academic subjects or how they think they would cope with boarding etc. The academic test is just to see if there are any glaring difficulties. It is a formality and doesn’t have any outcome on the end result. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charliesmum Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 Does anyone know how many boys they see normally? Also so do the parents get to look around or have any information at all? Ps. Has anyone had their itinerary yet pps sorry for all the questions- I am a bit over excited/ nervous/ baffled Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balletdoodah Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 2 hours ago, Crazylife said: Two years ago there were just over 60 girls taken to finals - but I think there were less last year. They’re split into 2/3 groups and timetabled over the first day and second morning for dancing audition, physio checks, academic test and interview. Parents are then asked to return on the second lunchtime and some children will have finished and are ready to go home - these are either a definite yes or no. Those who are not released are seen again for a second dance audition as they want to check them again. All will leave without knowing the outcome (even those who are not kept back) and they will email the answer after a few days. They look to take 12/13 girls from finals as they will more than likely have 2/3 places for internationals seen elsewhere. This was our experience and may have changed, but I hope it helps. Good luck to all those with finals and to those who have a not yet, there are many paths to follow your dream, so please don’t give up. Thank you so very much - that gives a much clearer idea for us... especially knowing that some are released early but that doesn’t mean No. I can imagine some children could interpret that wrongly even if they’re informed it doesnt mean now by RBS. It will be really helpful for DD’s understanding of the process & will help her self-evaluate & manage her own expectations.during and after. Best to you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balletdoodah Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 2 hours ago, valentina said: The interview is very informal ( more of a chat) about favourite academic subjects or how they think they would cope with boarding etc. The academic test is just to see if there are any glaring difficulties. It is a formality and doesn’t have any outcome on the end result. Thats so helpful thank you. It makes sense that the interview would be focused on pastoral issues - we have had similar conversations between us since DD decided to apply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balletdoodah Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 2 hours ago, Crazylife said: Good luck to all those with finals and to those who have a not yet, there are many paths to follow your dream, so please don’t give up. Yes, best of luck to all and definitely never give up on yourselves children 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newbiedancemum Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 (edited) Thankyou all for the added info, helps alot to prepare as really do not know what to expect. We haven't received any further information yet @Charliesmum Just wandering as we ticked for both what happens with mid associate places? Would these have been decided from the original audition? Or will they look for mid associate places at finals? Have no experience other than unsuccessful auditions previously so sorry if it sounds a silly question 🙈 Edited February 6, 2020 by Newbiedancemum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazylife Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 There will be a meeting for parents on arrival In the salon next to reception to explain the process, but they weren’t shown around due to students being there. You will be given a time to return to the salon on Friday and either you DC will finish at the end of the morning or you wait there if your DC is held back. They do tell you in the meeting that being held back or not gives no indication of the result, but it’s natural for the kids (and us) to read into it. So please reassure your DC that it’s true. And the best advice which must be hard, is to enjoy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazylife Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 MA are announced later and some who had a no at finals might be offered MA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pas de Quatre Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 Mids places are allocated after finals so they know where spaces are. I have had pupils given Mids places without being invited to finals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruby Foo Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 We were given a tour of the accommodation blocks and met the Housemistress. The current yr 7’s left good luck notes on their beds for anyone they knew ( maybe through JA’s or their old school etc). It was very sweet. Not sure this still happens as it was a few years ago now. It was a lovely but VERY tiring time. I would recommend packing some healthy snacks just in case they are hanging about. While they were waiting for physio etc they were supervised watching a video and got a chance to snack but as I say, this was a few years ago. Good Luck to everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazylife Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 2 hours ago, valentina said: We were given a tour of the accommodation blocks and met the Housemistress. The current yr 7’s left good luck notes on their beds for anyone they knew ( maybe through JA’s or their old school etc). It was very sweet. Not sure this still happens as it was a few years ago now. It was a lovely but VERY tiring time. I would recommend packing some healthy snacks just in case they are hanging about. While they were waiting for physio etc they were supervised watching a video and got a chance to snack but as I say, this was a few years ago. Good Luck to everyone. Sorry I forgot - I think you’re right about a tour of the year 7 dorm. It all seems a bit of a blur now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BattementBatty Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 3 hours ago, Crazylife said: There will be a meeting for parents on arrival In the salon next to reception to explain the process, but they weren’t shown around due to students being there. You will be given a time to return to the salon on Friday and either you DC will finish at the end of the morning or you wait there if your DC is held back. They do tell you in the meeting that being held back or not gives no indication of the result, but it’s natural for the kids (and us) to read into it. So please reassure your DC that it’s true. And the best advice which must be hard, is to enjoy it. I was assuming we would have to collect them at the end of Thursday and bring them back Friday morning. Surely they are not staying there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazylife Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 10 minutes ago, BattementBatty said: I was assuming we would have to collect them at the end of Thursday and bring them back Friday morning. Surely they are not staying there? Yes you collect Thursday and return them Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebird22 Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 Boys just get one day, so it seems a slightly cheaper experience 😂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balletdoodah Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 6 hours ago, Crazylife said: Yes you collect Thursday and return them Friday. That helps with planning the logistics 🚘 - thank you 😊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinkletoes12 Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 (edited) Hi - has anyone heard back from Birmingham 30 Jan auditions? Just not sure if I ticked both boxes! X Edited February 7, 2020 by Twinkletoes12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charliesmum Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 9 hours ago, Bluebird22 said: Boys just get one day, so it seems a slightly cheaper experience 😂 Thank goodness! I feel like this month all I have done is pay ballet bills!!! Do you know if only have 1 day because of numbers or is it a more complicated reason? X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanceMum83 Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 3 hours ago, Twinkletoes12 said: Hi - has anyone heard back from Birmingham 30 Jan auditions? Just not sure if I ticked both boxes! X I’m still waiting for this day too. seems unfair they start releasing results and then take a break for the rest of the week of not giving results to those still waiting. I think London year 7 from Sunday 26th jan and Birmingham 30th still waiting. I’ve decided I think it will be next week! 😩 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebird22 Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 No no no! I want them to come out today, let’s all will them out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanceMum83 Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 18 minutes ago, Bluebird22 said: No no no! I want them to come out today, let’s all will them out! Let’s keep each other posted if we hear if any. but I reckon maybe London’s today possibly but Birmingham next week 🤷🏽♀️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sally-Anne Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 2 hours ago, DanceMum83 said: Let’s keep each other posted if we hear if any. but I reckon maybe London’s today possibly but Birmingham next week 🤷🏽♀️ We got ours from London 26th on Monday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanceMum83 Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 (edited) Oh really!! Wow no idea what’s taking to so long with Birmingham’s then. Was that year 7 girls place? @Sally-Anne Edited February 7, 2020 by DanceMum83 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sally-Anne Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 10 minutes ago, DanceMum83 said: Oh really!! Wow no idea what’s taking to so long with Birmingham’s then. Was that year 7 girls place? @Sally-Anne Yes for year 7 girls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinkletoes12 Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 Thanks - I’m new to all this! My DD auditioned for SAs having never auditioned before so just not sure what to expect. Not sure I ticked both boxes either - missed a trick there! So I’m interested to know when everyone hears and wish everyone the best of luck. I suppose if I didn’t tick the box, I won’t hear until April? Who knows.......guess it’s just a waiting game now...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanceMum83 Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 10 hours ago, Bluebird22 said: No no no! I want them to come out today, let’s all will them out! Apparently not until Tuesday or Wednesday they said for Birmingham Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junedancer Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 15 hours ago, Twinkletoes12 said: Hi - has anyone heard back from Birmingham 30 Jan auditions? Just not sure if I ticked both boxes! X I have read elsewhere here that you have to apply for WL and MAs or SAs separately - that is one application and set of photographs but two application fees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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