Syllabus

Introductory Dance Performance Course
jIn further recoginition of the high standard of training provided by The Graduate College of Dance, the importance of classical training in the younger years, and in response to demand from parents, we have introduced an Introductory Dance Performance Course aimed at providing training for younger students wanting to attend the College. The course is specially designed for students aged five to nine years.

RAD Exams
Preparation for RAD examinations is available through The Graduate College of Dance as an extra-curricular activity. For further information please contact the administration office on 9380 0551. Conditions apply.

The Graduate College of Dance Endorsed Ballet Programme
The Curriculum Council have endorsed The Graduate College of Dance: Classical Ballet Year 10, The Graduate College of Dance: Classical Ballet Year 11 and The Graduate College of Dance: Classical Ballet Year 12. From 2009, students at The Graduate College of Dance completing these programs can count this learning towards their senior secondary graduation certificate – the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE).

The Graduate College of Dance offers a comprehensive eight-year course for students from Years 5 to 12. The first three years focus on classical ballet technique, posture and creative dance, with pointe work introduced in the latter part of Year 6. Contemporary and Character dance commence in Year 8. Spanish dance and Repertoire are introduced at the beginning of Year 10, while Pas de Deux and fitness training are features of Years 11 & 12.

Theoretical Studies start in Year 8 and include History of Ballet, Anatomy, Music, Ballet Technique and Theatre Studies.

STUDY HOURS
Junior School
Year 5
Weekly Timetable
Day Start Finish
Monday 3.00pm 4.30pm
Wednesday 5.00pm 6.15pm
Friday 4:30pm 5:45pm
Year 6
Weekly Timetable
Day Start Finish
Monday 4.30pm 6.00pm
Tuesday 4.15pm 6:15pm
Wednesday 3:15pm 5:00pm
Friday 4:00pm 5:45pm
Year 7
Weekly Timetable
Day Start Finish
Monday 4.15pm 6.15pm
Tuesday 4.30pm 6.30pm
Thursday 3:00pm 5:00pm
Saturday 9:00am 11:00pm
Senior School
Year 8
Twelve hours over five training sessions per week and three hours Performance Studies on a Saturday.

Year 9
Thirteen hours over five training sessions per week and three hours Performance Studies on a Saturday.

Year 10
Fourteen hours over five training sessions per week and three hours Performance Studies on a Saturday.

Year 11
Eighteen hours over five training sessions per week and three hours Performance Studies on a Saturday.

Year 12
Eighteen hours over five training sessions per week and three hours Performance Studies on a Saturday.

(Disclaimer: Information correct as at 1st January 2010, but subject to change without notice)