Donhead School Ballet Club
Delivered by Dakodas
We are delighted to provide specialist ballet classes for pupils at Donhead School.
At Dakodas, we believe that excellent ballet training should go hand in hand with confidence, enjoyment and encouragement. Our classes introduce children to strong classical ballet foundations while developing musicality, coordination, posture, discipline and a genuine love of dance.
To help every child feel comfortable, confident and ready to take part, please follow the uniform guidance for your child’s class below.
Please remember
Please ensure that:
- All ballet shoes and clothing are clearly named
- Long hair is tied securely away from the face
- Jewellery and watches are removed before class
- Children bring a named water bottle
About Dakodas
Dakodas provides exceptional dance, gymnastics and performing arts education for children aged 1–18 across London.
Our specialist teachers combine high-quality technical training with a kind and encouraging approach. Every child is supported to develop confidence, discipline, creativity, resilience and a genuine love of the performing arts.
Watching Day
Donhead Watching Day
Monday 23 November
- Reception–PP2: 3:20–3:50pm
- LP1–Elementary: 4:25–4:55pm.
At Dakodas, we believe that dance and the performing arts are a shared journey between students, teachers, and families. Our Watching Days are a special opportunity for parents and carers to step inside the studio and see what their children have been learning.
These sessions are not performances or shows—they are simply a relaxed and informal chance to observe your child’s regular class in action. You’ll see how skills have developed over the term, how confidence has grown, and how much joy and focus your child brings to their learning each week.
Watching Days also allow our teachers to highlight the progress of the whole group and celebrate each dancer’s individual achievements in a calm, familiar setting.
We ask that parents enjoy watching quietly and let the class flow naturally—this helps students stay focused and comfortable while sharing their work with you.
We can’t wait to welcome you into the studio and share all that your children have accomplished this term.
Reception – Pre-Prep 2
Primary Ballet Uniform
Girls
Children in our Primary Ballet class should wear:
- Dakodas Primary skirted leotard
- Ballet socks or tights
- Pink ballet shoes
- Long hair tied neatly and securely away from the face
Boys
Children in our Primary Ballet class should wear:
- A fitted white ballet top/leotard
- Ballet shorts or fitted ballet trousers
- Ballet socks
- Ballet shoes
- Long hair, where applicable, secured away from the face
LP1 – Elementary
Grade 1 Ballet - Uniform
Girls
Children in our Grade 1 Ballet class should wear:
- Dakodas mulberry ballet leotard
- Ballet tights or socks as appropriate
- Pink ballet shoes
- Long hair tied neatly and securely away from the face
Boys
Children in our Grade 1 Ballet class should wear:
- A fitted white ballet top/leotard
- Ballet shorts or fitted ballet trousers
- Ballet socks
- Ballet shoes
- Long hair, where applicable, secured away from the face
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Why does ballet uniform matter?
Wearing the correct ballet uniform is an important part of ballet training.
Suitable clothing allows our teachers to:
- See posture and body alignment clearly
- Teach ballet technique safely and accurately
- Correct movements effectively
- Encourage good ballet habits from the beginning
- Help every child progress with confidence
It also helps children understand the structure and expectations of a ballet class and gives them a wonderful sense of belonging to their club.
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What to Bring
- A named water bottle
- All ballet shoes and clothing are clearly named
- Long hair is tied securely away from the face. A ballet bun would be amazing, but we understand this may not be possible at the start of a school day, so please ensure your child has a hair tie to tie their hair up.
- Jewellery and watches are removed before class
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About Dakodas
Dakodas provides exceptional dance, gymnastics and performing arts education for children aged 1–18 across London.
Our specialist teachers combine high-quality technical training with a kind and encouraging approach. Every child is supported to develop confidence, discipline, creativity, resilience and a genuine love of the performing arts.
