Who We are...
Talent Dance&Gymnastics Academy is a specialist company based in Cambridgeshire.
We work with primary schools to provide fun, educational, engaging and exciting sessions for their pupils.
We provide schools with schemes of work specially made to their unique requirements
that are included in our price.
We are passionate about what we do and how we can help and understand that Dance and Gymnastics can be tricky to teach for some schools.
We have also created "The Dance Guide" where primary school teachers can have access to specialist
dance guidance.
What we offer...
Specialist Dance and Gymnastics knowledge which is used to create sessions for schools to use in the future,
that also allows teachers to feel confident in their delivery and give them the skills they need to teach fun and engaging, educational sessions.
We provide PPA cover, workshops, whole school training, upskilling, enrichment sessions, SEND sessions and clubs.
Where we work...
We are working across Huntingdonshire, Cambridge and Bedfordshire and going into our 13th year of coaching and helping.
We have taught in over 50 schools,
Please get in touch with us if your school is outside of these areas as we would still love to help you.
Testimonials
Charlotte has been encouraging dance at Hemingford for a number of years. Her dedication and clear joy for the subject shines through and rubs off on the children in her care. Charlotte is extremely professional, reliable and adapts to the expectations within the setting.
Charlotte has gone above and beyond to provide dance opportunities to our children and has recently led them in a local dance competition.
Talent Dance Academy is a wonderful company that has been used by the school for many years. The staff are professional, enthusiastic and reliable and the quality of provision is second to none. All communications to families is managed by the company and communication between the school and the company is strong.
Mrs D Gaynor
Head Teacher
Hemingford Grey Primary School
I am a primary school teacher who has had the privilege of working with Charlotte and TDA to develop my dance teaching skills in PE. I have learnt a huge amount from working alongside her, and I now feel so much more confident, not only in teaching dance, but also in planning my own dance units from scratch. She supports teachers through dance units in a way that’s well-matched to their own confidence, offering kind feedback and direction along the way. The sessions are well-structured and clear, and she picks up the individual needs of children incredibly quickly! We are constantly encouraged to think about how to challenge children, and scaffold for children too. As well as the PE sessions, Charlotte has also helped me through starting up an after-school dance club at my setting. I wouldn’t have had the self-assurance to do this without her support and guidance, and it has enriched my teaching experience hugely. I feel very lucky to have had the opportunity to work alongside Charlotte and TDA – it’s really helped me to find a passion and confidence for teaching dance. I’d highly recommend her service to anyone wanting to develop their confidence in dance and gymnastics teaching.
Miss H Turner
Class Teacher
Godmanchester Community Academy
Talent Dance Academy, led by the brilliant Coach Charlotte, has been a fantastic addition to our school community over the past two years. Their dance curriculum has been fun, engaging, and perfectly pitched to keep our children excited and motivated each week. The pupils have loved every minute of their lessons and always look forward to their next session. As a teacher, I have learnt so much from observing the high-quality coaching and have been inspired by the creative and inclusive approach to teaching dance. The after-school dance clubs have also been a wonderful extension to our extra-curricular offer, adding energy, creativity, and joy to the school day.
Mr J Poole
PE Lead and KS2 Class teacher
Little Paxton Primary School
We have been delighted to have Talent Dance Academy covering PPA sessions for our Key Stage 1 classes. The children are fully engaged and consistently look forward to each session with excitement and enthusiasm.
Each lesson is exceptionally well planned and delivered, with clear progression and a strong focus on enjoyment and skill development. The instructors are professional, passionate, and brilliant with the children, creating a positive and supportive learning environment.
Talent Dance Academy has made a noticeable impact on our pupils’ confidence, coordination, and love for dance. We are incredibly grateful for their contribution and would highly recommend them to any school looking to enrich their curriculum with high-quality dance provision.
Miss F Perry
KS1 Phase Lead and PE Lead
Hemingford Grey Primary School
CONTACT
Email
talentdanceacademy@hotmail.co.uk
For schools & teachers interested in dance guidance and advice
Please Email: charlottecooney@thedanceguide.co.uk
07708 925917
To Book your child onto one of our clubs, camps or events, please click on the "BOOK NOW" icon in the main menu.
