EXAM INFORMATION
EXAMS:
Exams at KERRY CLARK DANCE are not compulsory however, all students are given the opportunity to take dance exams with the International Dance Teachers’ Association (IDTA). All exams are assessed by a qualified IDTA examiner. Following a structured syllabus with clear progressions allows students to develop their dance technique through a safe, systematic, tried and tested program.
Students will be entered in groups of up to three, without a teacher for graded and medal test exams. Small groups of 5-6 with a teacher for class assessment exams. There will be three extra exam coaching sessions prior to the exam and it is vital that these are attended as well as timetabled classes.
Graded Examinations (Primary-Intermediate) are a showcase of IDTA syllabus work completed throughout the year. A set series of exercises which are made up of barre and centre work where dancers demonstrate a variety of skills and techniques. Class Assessment Examinations are a gentle and supportive way for students to experience a dance exam without the pressure of a formal graded exam. Medal Test Examinations comprise of one or two short set routines, choreographed in house, based on steps from the appropriate syllabus and are performance based dance assessments that are a fun confidence boosting way for dancers to showcase their progress.
If we feel the student isn't quite ready after exam coaching but before the exam timetable is submitted, we will respectfully withdraw the student from their exam and the exam fee will be refunded. If the student has failed to attend regular classes and extra coaching classes, we retain the right to remove a student from the timetable and no refund will be issued.
Exams take a lot of organizing and can only take place if there are enough students to make up a session. Once the exam timetable has been submitted, cancellations cannot be made. This is usually eight weeks prior to the exam date. Once the exam has been paid for this is non-refundable.
Exam Fees:
Invitations will include your child's exam fees and are to be paid by the due date provided in the email.
Payment:
A deposit of $45.00 per examination is due at the time of confirmation to cover the cost of the set-up of extra classes for exam students. The balance of exam fees are due when the confirmed examination schedule is notified and are payable as below:
Bank Details:
KERRYCLARKDANCE 12-3188-0332747-06
Please state STUDENTS NAME and EXAM as reference.
Please note, if the cost is prohibitive for your child to undertake their IDTA exams, please message us in confidence as we may have a scholarship available.
Uniform:
Please ensure you are aware of the correct uniform that is required for your child's exam. It is advisable to make a uniform order six weeks before exam date to ensure it arrives in time.
All uniform including shoes should be clean, presentable and of the correct size. Further details of uniform requirements will be sent on confirmation of exam invitation acceptance.
Hair:
Hair will be in a neat ballet bun, with bun net, and it is mandatory that fringes are off the face. It is advisable to have your child's hair pre-done on arrival. Headbands and other fancy hair accessories are not permitted in exams.
Tattoos/Nail Varnish/Piercings :
Semi-permanent tattoos & nail varnish are not permitted in exams, permanent tattoos should be covered if possible. All jewellery and piercings should be removed before the exam and preferably left at home to ensure their safe keeping.
Exam Day:
Please arrive at the lobby of the main hall in Hope at least forty minutes before your scheduled exam time and be ready in correct uniform and hair requirements. Exams will take place in the small hall so we ask that all devices to be switched to silent during that time.
We look forward to sharing this memorable experience with many of our dancers!
