Pre-Junior Conservatoire of Dance
The Pre-Junior Conservatoire of Dance programme will inspire and teach the next generation of dancers, starting with core skills at an early education level.
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Overview
We offer the Pre-Juniors ballet programme at Wallace Studios in Glasgow, Dumfries House in East Ayrshire, and Dalkeith Palace in Midlothian.
These dance classes are delivered as part of the Junior Conservatoire offering from RCS where young students are encouraged to develop their classical ballet technique, creativity and performance skills. We look for young people who are enthusiastic about dance, want to learn new skills and show potential and an aptitude for rhythm and movement.
We now also offer ballet repertoire and jazz dance technique classes in Glasgow to compliment the training of our youngest dancers.
The important details
For Ages:
Primary 4—7
Application Deadline:
May 2026 for 2026/27 entry
Venue:
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland 100 Renfrew Street Glasgow G2 3DB
Dates:
25th August 2025 - 14 June 2026
Time:
Please see the Days & Times section below
Cost
£500-£600
Why Pre-Juniors Dance at the Junior Conservatoire?
Benefits of studying at the Junior Conservatoire include:
- Specifically designed educational dance courses for younger students to develop their dance technique.
- Receive specialist training in bespoke dance studios at the Wallace Studios at Speirs Locks, Dalkeith Palace in Edinburgh or at Dumfries House in Ayrshire.
- Our Pre-Juniors dance programme links to our Juniors Modern Ballet Programme. https://www.rcs.ac.uk/courses/juniors-modern-ballet/
- We offer classical ballet training in Ayrshire, Edinburgh and Glasgow
- Learn in small class sizes, ensuring you receive detailed group teaching
- Learn with live music – our ballet students work with an accompanist each week.
- We also offer jazz dance technique and ballet repertoire classes in Glasgow to compliment the training of our youngest dancers.
Class Locations & Times
Mondays
Level 1 Ballet: 5pm-6.15pm
Level 2 Ballet: 5pm- 6.15pm
Level 3 Ballet: 6.30pm- 8pm
Students also have the option to attend the following classes:
Mondays
Level 2 Jazz Dance Technique: 5.15pm – 6.15pm (Primary 7 students)
Level 1 Jazz Dance Technique: 6.30pm – 7.30pm (Primary 5-6 students)
https://www.rcs.ac.uk/courses/junior-conservatoire-jazz-dance-technique/
Fridays
Pre-Junior Ballet and Repertoire Class: 5pm – 6.15pm (Primary 5- 7 students)
Sundays
Young Ballet Company: 10am-1pm (Primary 7 upwards)
Tuesdays
Level 1: 5 pm- 6.15 pm
Level 2: 6.15 pm – 7.30 pm
This is a fully funded programme for Ayrshire residents only.
Mondays
Level 1: 4.45pm – 6pm
Level 2: 6pm – 7.15pm
Entry Requirements
To gain a place on our Pre-Junior Conservatoire of Dance programme at any of our locations, you must take part in an audition, a simple ballet class where you can meet the teachers and ask any questions.
We do not ask for previous dance experience or formal entry requirements from Primary 4-5 auditionees. Instead, we look for students’ natural rhythm, coordination, potential and eagerness to learn.
If you are auditioning for Primary 6-7, we ask that you have a few years of ballet experience.
Fees & Funding
Glasgow 2025/26 Annual Fees
Level 1&2 Ballet £530
Level 3 Ballet £630
Edinburgh 2024/25 Annual Fees
All Levels £580
East Ayrshire: this a fully funded programme for Ayrshire residents only
How to Apply
Applications for September 2026 entry will open in February 2026 and auditions will take place in June 2026.
Each application has an associated fee of £15 (apart from Dumfries House applications).
We will contact you after the closing date with details of the audition date and time we can offer you.
More information on the process and what is expected will be issued after the applications close.
We want to ensure everyone has an opportunity to apply for the Pre-Junior Conservatoire of Dance programme. We will audition every student who applies on time.
Auditions for our Young Ballet Company and Jazz Dance Technique classes will take place in June 2026. Further information can be found on these pages:
Junior Conservatoire Jazz Dance Technique | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (rcs.ac.uk)
Young Ballet Company | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (rcs.ac.uk)
Audition Information
Ballet Audition dates 2026/27 – week beginning 8th June 2026.
Applications for 2026/27 entry will open in February 2026 We will contact you after the application closing date with details of the audition date and time that we can offer you.
Please note we are unable to accommodate rescheduling requests should you be unavailable. Please note that we audition on weekdays, weekends and evenings, including during school term.
Term Dates 2025/26
Term Dates 2025/26
Term 1
25th August – 14th December 2025
(No classes 13th – 19th October)
Term 2
5th January – 29th March 2026
(No classes 16th – 22nd February)
Term 3
20th April – 14th June 2026
Term Dates 2025/26
Term 1
9th September – 9th December 2025
(No classes 14th – 21st October)
Term 2
13th January – 24th March 2026
(No classes 17th February)
Term 3
21st April – 9th June 2026
Get in Touch
If you have any questions about the Junior Conservatoire or the application process please don’t hesitate to contact us at juniorsdance@rcs.ac.uk.