The School
We were founded in 1988 by English National Ballet to provide talented young dancers with the highest quality of training. Today the School exists as a separate entity but maintains strong links with its parent company, sharing its commitment to quality, cultural diversity and accessibility.The peer of the major ballet schools in France, the United States, Denmark and the UK, ENBS has trained countless dancers who are now working in major ballet companies worldwide. In 2011, 45% of the dancers at English National Ballet received their training here.
For the past 10 years, the School has been officially designated 'Outstanding' by the UK Schools Inspectorate (OFSTED) and we usually achieve a 100% employment rate for our graduates.
Board Of Governors
Our mission at the School is to turn talented young dancers into aspiring professionals with the necessary discipline and skills to manage the rigours of performance.
The students are aware that they have chosen a very demanding career path. At the School we match their commitment and dedication with an excellent training programme to prepare them for the challenges they will face as professionals. The School is always moving forward and our talented and skilful teachers make sure they keep up to date with new dance training techniques.
We have introduced a three year course that gives our students scope for extra performance opportunities and allows them more time to develop as dancers. In the first year we focus on building up the student's physical strength and skills. In the second year we concentrate on perfecting their artistry and technique, and enable them to experience other dance disciplines such as Contemporary and Spanish. Finally, those students who stay at the School for the third year have extensive performing opportunities, especially with English National Ballet.
At ENBS, I am very proud to say we produce thinking dancers, who have received a first class training and leave us equipped with the necessary life skills to go on to lead successful lives in the world of dance.
- Patron
- Chairman
- Board Members
- Felicity Kendal
- Steve Sacks
- Sly Bailey
- The Lady Bell
- Dominic Collier
- Craig Hassall
- Rob Hudson
- Jenny Packham
- Robert Senior
- Sara Watkins
"At ENBS we are very clear about our mission – to enable students to achieve excellence in classical ballet and provide a happy, caring, supportive and professional environment"
Steve Sacks
CHAIRMAN
Staff
Wayne Eagling
Co Directors
Delia Barker & Anu Giri
Head of Studies
Elizabeth Marshall
BA (Hons), PGCE, MTeach
(Distinction), Chartered FCIPD,
AISTD FlfL
ADMINISTRATION
General Manager
Damaris McDonald
Student & Enrolment Coordinator
Claire Conway
CURRICULUM STAFF
1st Year Women's Ballet / Tutor
Nathalia Barbara
BP.Ed, ARAD, RAD RTS
2nd Year Women's Ballet / Tutor
Larissa Bamber
PDTD (Distinction)
Rachael Hunt
3rd Year Women's Ballet / Tutor
Sarah McIlroy
Resident Guest Teacher
Cynthia Harvey
Spanish
Conchita del Campo, ARAD (dip pdtc)
SDS pdb, RCST, BCPA (Teacher Trainer) REPS
ENBS Juniors
Caroline Butler
MUSIC
Head of Music
Chris Williams
GTCL, PGCE
STUDENT SUPPORT STAFF
Head of Physiotherapy
Anna Brodrick
Body Conditioning
Verity Fry
Performance Psychologist
Britt Tajet-Foxell
BSc (Hons) Psych, MSc (Occ Psych),
MCSP
Marketing Manager
Galina Wilkinson (Maternity Leave)
Interim Marketing Manager
Emma Terry
Fundraising Manager
Holly Gould
1st Year Men's Ballet / Tutor
Chris Lee Wright
PDTD (MRBSoc.)
2nd Year Men's Ballet / Tutor
Ivan Dinev
PDTD
Artistic Coordinator &
3rd Year Men's Ballet / Tutor
Paul Lewis
Contemporary
Nuno Campos
Wei Chun Luo
Music
Julian Philips
Pianists
Akiko Nozaki
Meg Morley
Mark Webster
Physiotherapists
Nikki Lock
Sarah McNaughton
Floor Barre
Alice Crawford
Dancer in Action
Ana Alvarez
Nutrition
Mhairi Keil
Contact Us
Carlyle Building
Hortensia Road
London SW10 0QS
T: +44 (0)20 7376 7076
F: +44 (0)20 7376 3404
E: info@enbschool.org.uk
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Supporting Us
It costs £22,000 to train each student per year. The support of our donors is vital in keeping tuition fees affordable and accessible to all. We depend on a broad range of generous donors. Every gift, no matter the size, helps us make far-reaching impact on the lives of our young dancers. So whether an individual, company or charitable trust, we would like to hear from you.
To find out more about supporting ENBS, please email fundraising@enbschool.org.uk.
Our Supporters
The Garfield Weston Foundation
The Goldsmith's Company
The Gordon Edwards Charitable Trust
The Grocers' Charity
The Hedley Foundation
The Leverhulme Trust
The de Laszlo Foundation
London Ballet Circle
R M Burton 1998 Charitable Settlement
Rudolf Nureyev Foundation
Young People's Learning Agency
Trinity Mirror plc
Location
ENBS is situated in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea in south-west London, very close to the famous and fashionable King's Road. The immediate area is residential with good shopping and restaurants near by and whilst a busy location, it does not have the stresses and congestion of London's West End.
The students have easy access to some of the most famous landmarks and institutions in London, like the Royal Albert Hall, Royal College of Music and Harrods.
London offers students a wealth of opportunities to enhance their cultural and artistic development outside the School curriculum. The capital city offers the most exciting and vibrant arts community with thriving world-class ballet, theatre, opera, art galleries and museums.
Cultural visits to galleries, museums and performances are organised by the School as part of the academic curriculum, and students are also strongly encouraged to visit these venues independently. Such opportunities and experiences serve to augment their future careers in the theatre and the arts.
The School is well served by London Underground transport and bus services and is within safe walking distance of the living accommodation provided by nearby recommended hostels.
