Here at Hurtwood the dance department strive to develop dancers who are: creative, technically proficient, and exceptional performers who are also knowledgeable about the exhilarating world of dance. We have a busy, exciting and thriving department where dance can be studied at A Level as well as an extra-curricular activity for all levels. A variety of classes across a wide range of dance styles are held every day.
We recommend that all A Level dance students take advantage of the range of extra-curricular dance on offer here at Hurtwood. A Level dancers are expected to attend a supplementary technique class each week to help develop their technique and performance skills.
The Department follows the AQA A Level course which is assessed both practically and through a written examination. Dance follows a linear programme where all assessment takes place at the end of the second year. The course is evenly split into 50% practical and 50% theory. For the practical component, students are given the opportunity to choreograph their own group dance - for this they effectively become the teacher! Students create on their peers, in response to an examination question set by the exam board during the second year of study. For technique and performance, students prepare two exam pieces. In the first of these pieces, candidates are required to dance a solo in the style of a choreographer, which links to the theoretical component of the course. For the second performance, students are required to dance as part of a quartet. These pieces are both prepared over the course of the two years. As part of technical training, all A1 students work towards Grade 6 Contemporary NATD exam which is taken at the end of the first year. This qualification counts for UCAS points and provides another qualification alongside the A Level. The theoretical component is assessed through a written examination where students bring together their knowledge of the two areas of study.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £17,409 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £11,606 |
| Address | Holmbury St Mary, Dorking, RH5 6NU |
Here at Hurtwood the dance department strive to develop dancers who are: creative, technically proficient, and exceptional performers who are also knowledgeable about the exhilarating world of dance. We have a busy, exciting and thriving department where dance can be studied at A Level as well as an extra-curricular activity for all levels. A variety of classes across a wide range of dance styles are held every day.
We recommend that all A Level dance students take advantage of the range of extra-curricular dance on offer here at Hurtwood. A Level dancers are expected to attend a supplementary technique class each week to help develop their technique and performance skills.
The Department follows the AQA A Level course which is assessed both practically and through a written examination. Dance follows a linear programme where all assessment takes place at the end of the second year. The course is evenly split into 50% practical and 50% theory. For the practical component, students are given the opportunity to choreograph their own group dance - for this they effectively become the teacher! Students create on their peers, in response to an examination question set by the exam board during the second year of study. For technique and performance, students prepare two exam pieces. In the first of these pieces, candidates are required to dance a solo in the style of a choreographer, which links to the theoretical component of the course. For the second performance, students are required to dance as part of a quartet. These pieces are both prepared over the course of the two years. As part of technical training, all A1 students work towards Grade 6 Contemporary NATD exam which is taken at the end of the first year. This qualification counts for UCAS points and provides another qualification alongside the A Level. The theoretical component is assessed through a written examination where students bring together their knowledge of the two areas of study.