Don’t Just Take Our Word for It…

Choosing a dance school for your child is about much more than choosing a timetable.

You’re choosing the people who will teach them, encourage them, challenge them and potentially become an important part of their childhood.

At Babel School of Dance, we’re incredibly proud of the dance training we provide.

But some of the loveliest descriptions of Babel haven’t come from us.

They’ve come from the children, parents and former students who have been part of it.

More Than a Dance School

Again and again, when former students talk about their years at Babel, they don’t only remember the dancing.

They remember:

The friendships.

The shows.

The examinations.

The laughter.

The confidence they developed.

The teachers who believed in them.

The feeling of belonging somewhere.

And, years later, many still describe Babel as an important part of their childhood.

That means an enormous amount to us.

From Our Parents

“Confidence and happiness…”

One parent described watching her daughter go through a real journey after joining Babel.

She told us that she could never previously have imagined seeing so much confidence and happiness shining through her child and thanked the teaching team for their passion, hard work and support.

That’s exactly what we want dance to give children.

Not simply steps.

Confidence in themselves.

“They’ve made friends, gained confidence and new skills…”

Another Babel parent described how dancing had given her daughters:

new friendships, confidence, new skills and a real sense of achievement.

Those four things sum up so much of what we hope children gain from being part of Babel.

“Friendly, approachable and professional…”

Parents have also described our teachers as:

friendly, approachable and professional.

We think that combination matters.

We want parents to have confidence in the standard of teaching their children receive, while also knowing that they can talk to us.

Watching Children Blossom

One of our parents described watching both of her daughters blossom into confident individuals during their time at Babel.

Her eldest daughter had once struggled to look up while performing.

Over time, she developed the confidence to look out towards her audience.

It might sound like a small change.

It isn’t.

Those are the moments teachers notice.

They’re the moments parents notice.

And they’re often the moments children remember.

From Our Students

“Babel is a family…”

One former student summed up Babel beautifully:

“Babel is a family.”

She remembered a school where people smiled, where learning to dance was a passion and where enthusiasm filled the classes.

We couldn’t ask for a much lovelier description.

A Place to Feel Safe, Included & Encouraged

Another former student spoke about struggling with self-confidence while growing up.

Her memories of Babel were of feeling safe and included, regardless of how she looked or what her dance ability was.

She remembered having somebody there who believed in her even when believing in herself wasn’t easy.

Dance teachers teach dance.

But sometimes, without even realising it, they can teach children something much bigger:

to believe that they are capable.

From Babel to the Performing Arts

We love hearing where life takes our former students.

Some leave dance behind completely.

Some continue dancing simply because they love it.

Others go on to study or work professionally within the creative industries.

Every pathway is different.

Belle Casbarra

Belle spent 16 years at Babel before leaving to study at the University of Warwick.

While at university, she continued performing through Music Theatre Warwick, combining her dance training with her love of singing and musical theatre.

She later moved into education and went on to work at The BRIT School.

Looking back at her time with us, Belle credited Babel with helping to develop her confidence and important life skills, as well as encouraging her love of the arts.

We’re enormously proud to have been part of Belle’s journey.

Georgie Casbarra

After leaving Babel, Georgie continued into the performing arts.

She trained at The BRIT School before progressing to Manchester School of Theatre, where she achieved a First-Class BA (Hons) Acting degree.

She went on to gain professional acting work, including an appearance in ITV’s The Larkins.

When Georgie reflected on her time at Babel, she spoke about arriving as a very shy child and gradually developing confidence.

She believes Babel helped her grow as a person and opened her eyes to the possibility of pursuing a creative career.

For us, that’s what makes her story so special.

The professional achievements are wonderful.

But the journey began with a shy child discovering confidence through the performing arts.

Once a Babel Dancer…

Some of our former students have sent us messages many years after leaving.

They remember first shows.

Beautiful costumes.

Ballet examinations.

Duets with childhood friends.

The nerves before stepping onto a stage.

The excitement backstage.

The friends they grew up with.

And even the increasing weight of medal sashes as the years went by!

One former student told us that some of her best childhood memories were of dancing at Babel, including friendships that continued into adulthood.

Another, who began at Babel at three years old, went on to train at Arts Educational School and perform at major London venues.

Years later, after becoming a mum herself, she still remembered the tutu she wore in one of her earliest Babel shows.

These are the stories that remind us that childhood dance classes can become part of somebody’s story for life.

From Student to Teacher

One of the things we’re particularly proud of is seeing former Babel students return.

Some come back to visit.

Some bring their own children.

Some help younger dancers.

And some eventually become teachers themselves.

There is something very special about watching somebody who once stood in a Babel studio as a young student return years later to encourage the next generation.

It creates a lovely sense of continuity.

Once you’ve been part of Babel, a little bit of Babel tends to stay with you.

What Do We Want Children to Remember?

Of course, we want them to remember learning to dance.

We want them to remember finally mastering the step they thought they’d never get.

We want them to remember examinations and achievements.

But we also want them to remember…

The friend who stood next to them at the barre.

The excitement of getting ready for a show.

The teacher who encouraged them when they were having a difficult day.

The laughter in rehearsals.

The butterflies before going on stage.

The feeling when the audience applauded.

And the moment they realised:

“I can do this.”

Every Child’s Story Will Be Different

Not every Babel student wants to become a professional dancer.

And we don’t expect them to.

Some will dance for a few years.

Some will stay throughout their childhood.

Some will take examinations.

Some will study GCSE Dance.

Some will perform.

Some may eventually pursue careers within dance or the performing arts.

Others will go into completely different professions.

But whatever direction life takes them, we hope they leave Babel with something valuable:

Confidence.

Resilience.

Friendships.

Happy memories.

And, of course…

a lifelong appreciation of dance.

Could Your Child’s Babel Story Start Here?

Every former student on this page once walked into a Babel class for the first time.

Some were confident.

Some were shy.

Some already loved dancing.

Some had absolutely no idea what to expect.

They all had to start somewhere.

If you’re considering dance classes for your child, we’d love to welcome you to Babel School of Dance.

Come and meet us.

Come and try a class.

And see where your child’s dance journey might take them.

Call or text: 07961 153666
Email: office@babeldance.co.uk

Babel School of Dance — great dance training, wonderful friendships and memories that can last a lifetime.