School Spotlight
The Royal Ballet School
The Royal Ballet School is one of the most widely recognised classical dance schools in the world. It trains students from lower school through to graduate level, with a long-standing pathway toward Britain's leading ballet companies. Its home in Covent Garden sits close to the Royal Opera House, where many of its senior students first experience the professional stage.
Fast facts
- Founded
- 1926
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Training
- English classical style
- Affiliation
- The Royal Ballet and Birmingham Royal Ballet
What The Royal Ballet School is known for
- English classical style
- Direct links to The Royal Ballet
- Rigorous full-time vocational training
- Annual summer performances
Notable alumni
Dancers associated with The Royal Ballet School include Darcey Bussell, Anthony Dowell.
How to audition
Entry is by audition, with places offered at different ages for lower school and upper school. Check the school's official website for current audition dates and eligibility.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Royal Ballet School based?
It operates across sites in London, including an upper school near the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden.
Is the school connected to a professional company?
Yes, it has close ties to The Royal Ballet and Birmingham Royal Ballet, though graduates go on to companies worldwide.
Where is The Royal Ballet School located?
The Royal Ballet School is located in London, United Kingdom.
When was The Royal Ballet School founded?
The Royal Ballet School was founded in 1926.
Is The Royal Ballet School connected to a ballet company?
The Royal Ballet and Birmingham Royal Ballet.