SCDC DANCE SCHOOL SOT
BEST FOR
Ages 2+
ENTRY
from £4.50
WHERE
Stoke-on-Trent
What it’s like
Weekly dance classes in Stoke-on-Trent from age 2 up, covering everything from ballet and hip hop to musical theatre and SEND sessions.
This is a proper dance school setup rather than a drop-in soft play type of thing: weekly classes running Monday to Friday evenings, with toddlers from age 2 through to adults. The list of styles is long, jazz, commercial, contemporary, musical theatre, singing, hip hop, street, ballet, heels, so there's room for a child to try a couple of things before settling on a favourite. There are SEND classes too, which not every local dance school bothers with.
Classes start from £4.50, though what you actually pay depends on which class and how many your child does. There's a £20 joining fee on top, and fees are paid monthly in advance rather than per session, which is worth knowing before you commit to a term. If you leave and want to come back later, that joining fee gets charged again.
For the under-5s, parents don't stay in the room, your toddler goes off with the teacher while you watch from the designated viewing area instead. Some kids take to that straight away; others need a class or two to settle. New students can try a class free before joining, but you do need to book the trial ahead since classes fill up.
One practical snag: the building's on the first floor with stairs only. Parking is on the side roads, and they're pretty clear that you shouldn't block driveways or park on Prior Close, so leave a bit of extra time to find a spot and walk round.
Facilities
Need to know
- Best for
- Age 2 up, with classes running through to adults too
- Parking
- Street parking on side roads only
- Wheelchairs
- Not wheelchair accessible. Building on first floor with stairs only
- Fees are paid monthly in advance, not per class
- Book a trial ahead of time as classes fill up
- No lift or step-free access, it's stairs to the first floor
- Avoid parking on Prior Close or blocking driveways nearby
Plan your visit
How much do classes cost?
From £4.50 a class, though it varies by style. There's also a £20 joining fee, and fees are paid monthly in advance.
Is there a free trial?
Yes, new students can try a class free of charge, but you need to book the trial in advance as classes can fill up.
What ages do you take?
Toddler classes start from age 2, with further age groups at 6+, 9+, 12+ and adult classes at 21+. Which class suits depends on the timetable.
Do you offer SEND classes?
SEND dance classes are available.
Can I stay and watch my child's class?
For most classes there are designated viewing arrangements. For under-5 toddler classes, parents don't stay in the room, the child works with the teacher while you watch from the viewing area.
What happens if we leave and want to rejoin later?
You'll need to pay the £20 joining fee again if you leave and come back.
Is the building accessible for wheelchairs or buggies?
It's on the first floor and only reachable by stairs.
Where can we park?
There's no dedicated car park, so it's street parking on the side roads. Don't block driveways, and avoid parking on Prior Close.
What days and times do classes run?
Monday to Thursday evenings from 5pm to 9pm, and Friday from 5pm to 7:45pm.
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