Est. 1982
Keeping Newquay dancing since 1982

Where every little dancer finds their spotlight.

A classical ballet school for children aged two and up, and every form of dance that follows.

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Ages 2+ · from Baby Ballet to Senior Pointe
British Ballet Organisation syllabus
CDMT member school
Annual showcase at The Lighthouse
A welcome from Miss Pamela

“We’ve been keeping Newquay on its toes for over forty years, and we still get goosebumps every showcase.”

Pamela Darlington, Principal

Welcome to the Pamela Darlington School of Dance

We've been keeping Newquay dancing since 1982, supporting children from the age of two to reach their pirouetting potential. We teach all forms of dance, with our core specialism in classical ballet.

We follow the British Ballet Organisation syllabus, recognised by Ofqual and Qualification Wales, and are a proud member of the Council for Dance and Musical Theatre. Our pupils dance in real theatres, sit recognised exams, and grow into confident young people on and off the studio floor.

BBO British Ballet Organisation
Ofqual Recognised Awards
CDMT Council for Dance & Musical Theatre
Est. 1982 Forty-four years on pointe

Find your discipline

Classical Ballet

Our specialism. From Baby Ballet at age two through to Senior Pointe and Vocational, taught to the BBO syllabus.

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Modern, Tap & Jazz

The joy of the stage, for ages four and up.

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The Annual Showcase

Every July the whole school takes the stage at The Lighthouse, in front of a real audience.

This year's programme

Timetable & Term Dates

The live class schedule, term by term. See what's running today.

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First class is on the house. Bring a smile and soft shoes.

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Autumn Timetable

Commencing Tuesday 8th September 2026

Please check carefully for any changes to your lesson times

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All classes run from our Newquay studio. Term dates align with Cornwall school holidays. Trial classes are welcome; please call ahead so we can be ready for your dancer.

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From tiny toes to big leaps, we teach with integrity, warmth and the pursuit of excellence.
— The Pamela Darlington School of Dance