The Royal Ballet School
London, Richmond upon Thames, London · WC2E 9DA
Few schools in the country are as singular in purpose as The Royal Ballet School. This small independent school in Richmond upon Thames, with roughly 212 pupils, exists to train the dancers of tomorrow, weaving intensive vocational ballet training through an academic timetable. With boarding available and entry from age 11, it draws committed young dancers rather than a general intake, and that focus shapes everything about daily life here.
212
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 212
- Location
- London, Richmond upon Thames, London
- Website
- www.royalballetschool.org.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr David Gajadharsingh
Latest results
Attainment 8
36.5
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Academic results sit below national benchmarks, with an Attainment 8 score of 36.5 against a national average of 46.9, and the headline figure for grade 5+ in English and Maths reads 0% where the national average is 47%. These numbers warrant context: this is a specialist vocational school where pupils balance demanding dance training with their studies, and raw academic comparisons against mainstream schools tell only part of the story. GCSEs, A-levels and the EPQ are all offered, giving pupils a recognised academic foundation alongside their training. Families considering the school should weigh its distinctive vocational priorities carefully.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- Yes
The last word
A school for the genuinely ballet-bound, where vocational training takes centre stage. Parents should go in clear-eyed about its specialist focus and what that means for academic outcomes.
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The Royal Ballet School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Royal Ballet School located?
The Royal Ballet School is located at 46 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 9DA.
What type of school is The Royal Ballet School?
The Royal Ballet School is an independent (fee-paying) school in London.
How many pupils attend The Royal Ballet School?
The Royal Ballet School has approximately 212 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.