Dance Scholarships
What are we looking for in a Dance Scholar?
Successful Dance Scholar candidates are young dancers with impressive technical ability and aptitude in performance, choreography and appreciation. They can demonstrate a passion and commitment for Dance, through participation in a range of Dance classes and a keen interest in live performances. They are adaptable and creative, act as role models for Dance and show a willingness to lead in choreography and the organisation of Dance events. They often choose to take advantage of GCSE or A Level Dance options to further their knowledge and appreciation of Dance.
What do we offer?
- An opportunity to audition for the Dance Academy Principal Company for pupils in Year 10 – Year 13
- Scholars’ masterclasses and regular technique classes
- An annual scholars’ performance
- An annual scholars’ dance trip
What do we expect from our Dance Scholars?
For them to:
- feature in major school productions
- take on a range of challenging roles
- demonstrate a passion for Dance by attending live performances
- take part in a range of extra-curricular Dance classes, including any Dance Scholars' classes
- support the work of the Dance Department
- work as part of a team
- be a positive role model for other pupils
- assist the Dance Department on Open Mornings and at community events
Selection and assessment procedure
Potential Dance Scholars of eligible standard will be invited to a practical assessment and interview.
They will need to:
- perform a one to one and a half minute solo in a Dance genre of their choice
- take part in a technical class
- complete a choreographic task
- bring evidence of recent successes and achievements to support their applications
- be prepared to discuss their experience, passion and aspirations in Dance
Overseas candidates must submit video evidence of practical assessments by Friday 16th January 2026 for 11+ and Friday 31st October 2025 for 13+. These should show two different genres of dance, one including a 60 to 90 second solo in a dance genre of their choice and one showcasing a separate style of dance. The second submission should be no longer than the first but may be shorter. These should be sent to scholarships@headingtonschool.com. Overseas candidates selected for interview once video evidence has been reviewed will be interviewed by Zoom/ Google Meet and do not need to attend the scholarship assessment in person.
