The En Pointe School of Ballet, located in Kew, is a reputable and renowned ballet and dance school dedicated to providing high-quality training and education to students of all ages. With a strong emphasis on classical ballet technique, the school aims to instil qualities such as artistry, musicality, technique, and discipline into each student's training vocabulary.
The En Pointe School of Ballet prides itself on its dedicated and experienced staff members who are all fully qualified professionals with extensive training and careers in classical ballet. They are carefully selected individuals who create a safe and friendly learning environment for students. The staff members offer individual attention and guidance to ensure that each student reaches their highest potential, both as a dancer and as an individual in the wider world.
The school has been in operation for over 10 years and has successfully nurtured and developed young artists. It has a high success rate for students who aspire to pursue a professional career in classical ballet. The school offers classes for students as young as three years old, all the way up to vocational intensive training. Students have the opportunity to participate in annual formal examinations and fully staged productions.
Additional performing opportunities are also provided, such as competitions, festivals, and local events.
En Pointe School of Ballet has two magnificent locations, offering convenience to families in both the outer Eastern Suburbs (Vermont) and Inner-city suburbs (Kew) of Melbourne. The school is committed to spreading its wings and providing the highest quality dance education to as many students as possible, ensuring continuous growth in the future.
The school's fully equipped studios feature Tarkett flooring, fixed barres, and mirrors. Classes are conducted in a disciplined and productive learning environment that prioritises safety. Parents receive annual feedback-based reports on their child's progress and have open communication with the staff to gain insights into their child's potential, capabilities, and development.
The En Pointe School of Ballet utilises the Ballet Conservatoire Syllabus, which is based on the Russian Vaganova Method of Classical Ballet. This training and assessment programme emphasises correct placement, dynamics, and performance quality, all of which are fundamental aspects of the Vaganova method.
For enrolment enquiries, interested individuals can contact Director Renee Grinsted at 0423 251 400 or enpointeschoolofballet@gmail. Com. For studio-related enquiries, Studio Manager and Coordinator Kurt Dwyer-Williams can be reached at 0431 514 955 or enpointecoordinator@icloud. Com.
The school is located at two venues: Saint Lukes Anglican Church at the corner of Mitcham and Canterbury Rds in Vermont, and Kew Baptist Church at Newman Hall, 16 Highbury Grove in Kew.
The En Pointe School of Ballet is proud to be a leading dance institution, providing exceptional training and producing accomplished dancers.