PARENT HUB

TERM DATES 2025-26

Thursdays 2024-25 - Autumn Terms

4^th September

11^th September

18^th September

25^th September

2^nd October

9^th October

16^th October

23^rd October

(8 weeks)

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30^th October – no classes/October Half Term

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6^th November

13^th November

20^th November

27^th November

4^th December

11^th December

18^th December – no classes, special rehearsals

(6 weeks)

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Spring Terms

8^th January

15^th January

22^nd January

29^th January

5^th February

12^th February

(6 weeks, show on 14/02)

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19^th February – No Classes / Half Term

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26^th February

5^th March

12^th March

19^th March

26^th March  

2^nd April

(6 weeks)

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9^th April – No classes/Easter Break

16^th April – No classes/Easter Break

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Summer Terms

23^rd April

30^th April

7^th May

14^th May

21^st May (Kat Absent)

(5 weeks)

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28^th May – No classes/Half Term

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4^th June

11^th June

18^th June

25^th June

2^nd July

9^th July

16^th July

(7 weeks)

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Autumn Terms - Saturdays

6^th September

13^th September

20^th September

27^th September

4^th October

11^th October

18^th October

25^th October

(8 weeks)

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1^st November – no classes/October Half Term

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8^th November

15^th November

22^nd November

29^th November

6^th December

13^th December

20^th December – Awards morning

(6 weeks + awards)

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Spring Terms

10^th January

17^th January

24^th January

31^st January

7^th February

14^th February – SHOW DAY

(5 weeks + show)

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21^st February – No Classes / Half Term

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28^th February

7^th March

14^th March

21^st March

28^th March  

4^th April

(6 weeks)

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11^th April – No classes/Easter Break

18^th April - No classes/Easter Break

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Summer Terms

25^th April

2^nd May

9^th May

16^th May

23^rd May

(5 weeks)

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30^th May – No classes/Half Term

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6^th June

13^th June

20^th June

27^th June

4^th July

11^th July

18^th July

(7 weeks)

Other Key Information

Ballet Exams

Our last set of IDTA Ballet exams yielded 100% pass rate with all students receiving Merit or Distinction marks. Our next exam session will take place on 21st September 2025 depending on when the candidates are ready.

Summer Workshops 2026

Watch this space for Summer 2026 workshop information

FAQs

How do I pay my fees?

Fees are due on a termly basis. Terms are usually 6-8 weeks in length and fall within the Lincolnshire Schools term dates. We accept card payments at the studio, and online bank transfers - ask Kat for the bank details. We do not accept cash payments anymore.

Where do I go when my child is taking classes?

We do not currently have a waiting area for parents at our venue. There are a number of small cafes in walking distance as well as a set of local shops/bakeries. There are ample windows around the studio to observe elements of the class from outside if you wish.

I have a complaint, who do I contact?

Please contact Kat on kat@elev8danceacademy.co.uk.

Can I sit in a class and watch my child?

We do not permit parents to enter the studio and watch their child in the dance classes. In our years of experience we find that this actually hinders the dancers concentration and engagement, often causing a distraction for multiple children in the class. We want to foster independence, and trust in the teaching team, so saying goodbye at drop off is the best way to achieve this. There is also a health and safety issue in that we do not have the studio space to accommodate seated adults in addition to the intense physical exercise taking place in the studio during classes. We occasionally have scheduled viewing classes where parents are invited in to observe a section of the class but official invitations for these are sent at the discretion of the Academy Principal. Annual shows are the best way to enjoy your child's hard work and progression with their dancing.

I am going to be absent, what shall I do?

Let us know via email as soon as possible on kat@elev8danceacademy.co.uk or text on 07850588239.

I am not returning to the Dance Academy, what do I need to do?

Please let Kat know as soon as possible if you plan to leave/not return. This is so we can plan appropriately for classes, and offer your space to the next child on the waiting list. If you leave part way through a term we are unable to offer any refunds on partial term fees