A warm welcome to you, Centre Stage School of Dance and Performing Arts is an independent school located within the beautiful surroundings of the South Coast of Dorset. As an established School of Excellence, Centre Stage prides itself on offering an inspiring breadth of training; enabling students to learn, explore and develop technical and artistic principles of musical theatre, dance, acting and singing. Whether a chosen platform in preparation for a professional career or for pure enjoyment and fun; the core focus of Centre Stage remains the same – ‘to create confident and talented individuals who strive to reach their full potential in a caring and supportive learning environment’. Girls and boys are welcomed from as young as 2 ½ years and can enjoy many years at the school, until they reach 19 years of age. The school is proud to be Ofsted Registered and all teachers have obtained a full CRB check and are First Aid Qualified. With a talented and experienced team of residential teachers and visiting professionals, the standard of teaching is of the highest standard; as recognised and accredited by visiting National Examiners. The school follows the Royal Academy of Dance (R.A.D), Imperial Society of Dance (I.S.T.D), The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (L.A.M.D.A) and the London College Music Academy (L.C.M); with professionally qualified and registered teachers. Centre Stage is also a member of the International Dance Teachers Organisation (IDTA). Outside the perimeter of class work, Centre Stage offers students opportunities to enjoy the school’s bi-annual show in a local theatre, festivals, competitions, seasonal summer schools and charitable/ corporate functions. There are also opportunities for naturally gifted students to audition for the Royal Ballet School and top Musical Theatre, Acting and Dance Schools/Agencies in London.Zoe MatherArtistic Director & Founder