Question 1

What is the difference between PFB studio and School Programme?

Accepted Answer

PointeForward Ballet offers both after-school classes and a primary school programme.

Our after-school ballet classes take place at our studio in St Albans, Hertfordshire, following the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus. Offered to children from age 3 and up, these classes ensure a more refined and progressive learning experience, helping students build strong technical foundations while developing grace, confidence, and discipline.

Our Primary School Programme partners with local primary schools across Hertfordshire to provide students aged 4–12 the opportunity to incorporate classical ballet training into their school day. Also following the RAD syllabus, this unique offering brings world-renowned ballet education into the school environment, giving students access to high-quality training they might not otherwise experience.

Question 2

What age groups do you teach?

Accepted Answer

STUDIO
We currently offer ballet classes for children aged 3 & up.

🩰 Introductory Ballet: Tiny Tots & Pre-Primary
🩰 RAD Graded Syllabus: Primary to Grade 5

*It is at the teacher’s discretion to determine the appropriate class for your child. Please consult with PFB before making a booking.

SCHOOL PROGRAMME
🩰 We accept students of all ages from Reception to Year 6!

Question 3

Where do the classes take place?

Accepted Answer

STUDIO
All lessons take place at the St Albans Girl's School: Sandridgebury Ln, St Albans AL3 6DB

SCHOOL PROGRAMME
All lessons for the programme take place in your child's school hall or designated classroom

Question 4

How do I enrol and pay?

Accepted Answer

STUDIO
Click 'Enrol Now!' - 'Studio Classes' - and select the relevant pricing plan for your child.
SCHOOL PROGRAMME
Click 'Enrol Now!' - 'School Programme' - and fill out an enrolment form. You will receive an email after submission about next steps to pay.

Question 5

What will my child wear to class?

Accepted Answer

STUDIO
Our uniform requirements are outlined in the 2025/26 Enrolment Pack, available via the ‘Tuition & Enrolment’ page.

All students are required to wear the official PFB uniform, appropriate to their age and grade. Uniform items are available for purchase on our 'Uniform Shop' page.

In the following cases, students may wear alternative attire:
 • You have purchased the uniform and are awaiting its arrival, or
 • Your child is attending a free trial lesson as a prospective student.

Temporary attire:
 – Form-fitting dance wear (leotard and tights or leggings)
 – Hair neatly in a bun
 – Bare feet (for trial lessons) or ballet shoes (if awaiting uniform)

SCHOOL PROGRAMME
Students wear the school PE kits OR regular uniform (bicycle shorts are required with dresses/skirts, for modesty)

Question 6

Do you offer free trial lessons?

Accepted Answer

STUDIO
Yes! We offer every new student one free class prior to enrolment. This is an enjoyable, no-pressure opportunity for your child to meet the teacher and see if they want to sign up. Contact us today to book a free trial.

SCHOOL PROGRAMME
Not at this time, unfortunately.

Question 7

Where can I purchase ballet shoes & hair accessories?

Accepted Answer

STUDIO & SCHOOL PROGRAMME

Shoes
All ballet shoes can be purchased via your local dance wear shop OR online (leather or canvas are acceptable - see image below)

In-store:
📍Let’s Dance – Welwyn Garden City 
📍Razzle Dazzle Dance Supplies – Hemel Hempstead 
📍Dance Of Hitchin – Hitchin

Online:
Capezio, Move Dance, Amazon etc are some great sites to find these items!

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Hair accessories:

These can be found online (Amazon) or stores such as Wilko or Superdrug.
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