Welcome to the Queen's Dance department
Dance is taught to all pupils in Years 7, 8 and 9, with an option to study this further at GCSE level. Our aim is for all pupils at Queen’s to develop an awareness of movement as an art form, enhancing their physical, expressive and performance skills.
Years 7,8 and 9 participate in weekly classes, exploring different Dance genres each term. Throughout the year there is a focus on the choreographic process, while developing creativity and teamwork. Alongside this, pupils explore the fundamental dance principles to improve quality and understanding.
GCSE and A-level dancers focus on both the practical and theoretical elements of the AQA syllabus. Pupils explore the history of Jazz and contemporary dance, while further developing their practical technique, performance and choreographic skills. In addition, cross-curricular dance projects, professional workshops and an extra-curricular club are provided to further develop their practice.
Sixth Form pupils who do not wish to study A-level Dance can still continue to develop their dance training. They may work towards their Grade 6 or Intermediate ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing) Modern examination, or follow the ISTD Contemporary course. These pathways enable pupils to continue their engagement with dance while also gaining valuable UCAS points.
There are several opportunities to perform at Queen’s including the annual Dance Show (which features pupils from every school year), as well as external Dance competitions. Pupils who excel in Dance have the opportunity to join Junior or Senior Dance Company, both of which place great emphasis on technique and performance.