Patricia Newman School of Dance & Theatre

We are a family-run dance school in Cheltenham, providing a safe, fun & nurturing environment for every dancer to thrive. We cater for all levels & abilities, with a strong focus on individuality & self-expression.

Outline of a person in a zentai or bodysuit, posed with one hand raised to their face, against a black background.

 What we do

See our timetable for a full overview of our classes

Tap

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Ballet

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Modern

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Musical Theatre

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Adult Classes

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Jazz

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Flexicon

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Silver Swans

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Pointe Work

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PBT

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Tap * Ballet * Modern * Musical Theatre * Adult Classes * Jazz * Flexicon * Silver Swans * Pointe Work * PBT *

Children and teacher in a dance studio during a class, with a smiling young girl sitting on the floor.

We care

At our school, every child matters. Your child’s wellbeing comes first, and we make sure every dancer feels supported, safe, and valued. Our teaching is child-centred, meaning that we celebrate different learning styles and adapt our classes so each student can shine in their own way. When it comes to exams and performance opportunities, the choice is always theirs - we’re here to encourage, never pressure.

All of our teachers are DBS-checked, safeguarding trained, and currently completing mental health training so that we can give the very best care to our students. On Saturdays between 9:30am and 2:30pm, we also have a friendly DBS-approved chaperone in the waiting area to keep an eye on the children while they’re not in class.

  • Tap class, practicing dance moves on a studio floor with black soundproof walls.

  • Dancer in a blue ballet dress smiling during a ballet class, standing on a shiny wooden floor with other dancers in similar outfits around her.

  • A dancer performing a split leap in front of a mirror in a dance studio, with other dancers watching in the background.

  • A girl with a ponytail, wearing a blue long-sleeve shirt and white leggings, is sitting on the floor in a dance studio, laughing and playing with another girl who is out of focus.

  • A boy in a white shirt and black shorts leaning against a ballet barre during a ballet class, with a girl seated on the floor, and others resting nearby.

  • Practicing ballet in a dance studio, with sunlight streaming through the window behind her.

  • A young woman with brown hair tied in a high ponytail, wearing a black athletic tank top, standing in a dance studio with other dancers in the background.

  • Dancers practicing in a dance studio, wearing black and maroon, with mirrors on the wall.

  • Practicing ballet in a dance studio, seated on the floor with arms extended forward.

  • A young girl in a blue gymnastics leotard and tights smiling with her hands on her hips, standing in a gymnastics training facility with black soundproof foam panels on the wall.

  • Ballet students in practice, with instructor partially visible in the foreground.

  • Dancer in dance studio kneeling on the floor with hands raised above her head.

  • Back of a dancer in pink ballet attire practicing ballet in a dance studio with sunlight streaming through the window.

  • Group in dance class, standing on a mat with arms raised in a cheer or exercise, in a bright studio.

If your child shows an interest in dance, come along for a free trial of one of our Saturday morning classes 🤩 Drop us an email for more details. We’re looking forward to being back to dancing very soon!! 💜 patricianewmanschool@gmail.com @_h
Our final day yesterday! Lots of fun & silliness along with a rehearsal & then finished off with a performance to family & friends! The children learnt so many pieces in just 3 days to create one big show all together! It filled all of ou
And relaxing in the pool…
Miss Fran & Miss Lucy continued to bring the summer holiday vibes on the gate yesterday by jumping into their imaginary pool! Yippeeeeeeee!!!🦄🦄
Pre & post show goodies courtesy of @coombeangela & @smcoombe16. Thank you!!! 🤩🥳🥂
More day 3 & day 4 snaps! The children have been working so hard to bring all their work together to create a little show for their families. Showtime tomorrow!! 🤩⭐️ Eeekkkk!!