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Welcome to babyballet

Tyneside, Newcastle North and Gateshead West

Hi! I am Miss Kate and I am delighted to bring the magic of babyballet dance classes to the children of Tyneside, Newcastle North and Gateshead West.

How to book a babyballet class:

Our babyballet class timetable is listed below, where you can book a three-week introductory trial for just £23 today.

The trial is the perfect introduction to babyballet, giving you and your child the chance to try out our ballet classes before signing up to a full term. Where spaces are available, the babyballet trial can start at any time during a term. Upon completion of the trial, you will be invoiced for the remaining sessions.

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Which babyballet class should I book?

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What to wear in class

As well as book, you can learn more about our babyballet dance classes in Tyneside, Newcastle North and Gateshead West, find out about our babyballet uniform, get directions from Google Maps to our venues, find out more about me and our awards and read reviews below.

On behalf of everyone at babyballet Tyneside, Newcastle North and Gateshead West, we look forward to welcoming you and your little stars to the magical world of babyballet very soon!

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Term Dates 2026–2027

Please find below our confirmed term dates for the 2026–2027 academic year, based on North Tyneside Council school term dates. We run classes seven days a week, including Sundays.

 

Autumn Term 1

Tuesday 1st September 2026 – Sunday 25th October 2026

Autumn Term 2

Monday 2nd November 2026 – Sunday 20th December 2026

Spring Term 1

Monday 4th January 2027 – Sunday 14th February 2027

Spring Term 2

Monday 22nd February 2027 – Thursday 25th March 2027

Summer Term 1

Monday 12th April 2027 – Sunday 30th May 2027

Summer Term 2

Monday 7th June 2027 – Sunday 25th July 2027

Bank Holidays Falling Within Term Time

  • Early May Bank Holiday — Monday 3rd May 2027 (falls within Summer Term 1)

Please note, Spring Term 2 finishes on Thursday 25th March 2027, just ahead of Good Friday (26th March), so classes do not run over that bank holiday. No other bank holidays fall within our term-time dates for 2026–2027, as they occur during our scheduled half-term or holiday breaks.

If you have any questions about these dates, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Kind regards,

Miss Kate and the babyballet® Tyneside team

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Tots: 6 - 18 months

This is a ballet and sensory play class suitable for children aged 6 - 18 months. Your little one does not need to be walking but good head control is essential.

Tinies: 18m - 3 years

This is a ballet class suitable for children aged 18 months - 3 years and the main carer fully participates in the class with their dancing star.

Tappers: 3 years+

This is an additional tap dancing class suitable for children aged 3+ years that are enrolled in Movers & Groovers.

Movers: 3 & 4 years

This is a ballet class suitable for children aged 3-4.5 years. We kindly ask that parents wait outside the room so that their dancing star can be encouraged to be more independent.

Groovers: 4.5 - 6 years

This is a ballet class suitable for children in Reception and Year 1. We kindly ask that parents wait outside the room so that their dancing star can be encouraged to be more independent.

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Which babyballet class should I book

Our preschool dance syllabus has been carefully designed to ensure each child is taught the principles of ballet and tap at the right developmental level while boosting confidence, and of course having lots of fun.

Our programme fits well within the UK Government’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, with our classes providing the opportunity for babies and young children to learn and develop key life skills in a healthy and safe environment.

When signing your child up for a three-week trial, you will need to ensure they are within the age parameters outlined for each stage. If in doubt, please start in the lower age group to begin with as your teacher will liaise with you should your child need to move up a stage.

After registering, you will be sent an enrolment email full of information that will let you know what to expect. Please allow up to 48 hours to receive this email and double check your junk or spam folder!

Becoming a babyballet member

Following the introductory trial, you will receive an email containing all the details you need to continue with our classes and become a babyballet member. Along with term dates and information about how to make future payments to secure your place, you will be sent an invoice for the remaining weeks in the current term plus your one-off babyballet joining fee. Your little star will receive a Welcome Pack filled with fun and benefits for both you and them to enjoy.

Our fees are £8.50 per class for babyballet tots, tinies, movers and groovers, payable in half term blocks in advance. Tappers classes are available for movers and groovers starting at £3 per week. There is no need to sign up via the website again.

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More about our babyballet dance classes

Our babyballet preschool dance programme offers four stages of ballet classes, for young children aged 6 months to 6 years, plus a tap dancing class for children over 3 years. Taught by thousands of dance teachers across the world, the babyballet syllabus has been carefully developed by dance professionals to introduce your child to the magic of dance, whilst creating precious moments between you and your little star. Read more about our syllabus by clicking here.

At babyballet Tyneside, Newcastle North and Gateshead West, we strive to create a fun, friendly and inclusive experience for everyone – no matter what your child’s age or ability. Not to mention, our classes are a great way for parents, carers and guardians to meet up and make new friends too!

For babies, tots, toddlers, pre-schoolers and school starters alike, babyballet classes at our venues in North Tyneside, Newcastle North and Gateshead West run Monday to Sunday. So if you live in Tyneside, Newcastle North and Gateshead West or surrounding areas (Whitley Bay, Tynemouth, North Shields, Seaton Sluice, Seaton Deleval, Killingworth, Wallsend, Forest Hall, Longbenton, Benton, West Allotment, Shiremoor, Backworth, Burradon, Annitsford, Seaton Burn, Wideopen, Hazlerigg, Dinnington, Horton Grange, Berwick Hill, Brenkley, Woolsington, Gosforth, Jesmond, Dunston, Lobley Hill), please take a look at our timetable  – which is quick and easy to use when booking your three-week trial at babyballet.

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What to wear to class

At babyballet, our uniform is not compulsory, but we do have a beautiful bespoke uniform range for our little stars that can be browsed on our online shop.

For your trial, please put your child in something comfortable that allows them to move freely. They will be required to dance in either ballet shoes or bare feet. You can find out more information about what to wear in class here. Or please click here to go back to our timetable.

We're recruiting ...
If you think you have what it takes to join our team in the North East, then get in touch today!

babyballet classes are more popular than ever and we are recruiting fantastic dance teachers to help with our growth.

Click here to email us with your CV and a cover letter letting us know of any dance qualifications, dance or performance experience and dance teaching experience you have.

We look forward to hearing from you!

 

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“Even before my daughter Bunnie was born, I could not wait for her to start ballet classes! From the moment Bunnie started at babyballet, both she and I have been thrilled to be part of this magical experience. Her teacher is so attentive, tailoring each class to the level and ability of each child. The 30 minutes we spend together in babyballet is a precious and memorable time.”

Natalie Figura, babyballet mummy

babyballet Tyneside, Newcastle North and Gateshead West

babyballet run ballet lessons for little ones, from 6 months to 6 years, at our dance schools throughout the UK. If you’re looking for a ballet school or ballet lessons for kids in the North of Newcastle, North Tyneside and Gateshead West areas then we have places available for your child. Our magical dance classes for kids follow five key stages so that your little one gets the opportunity to learn to dance with children of a similar age. All our ballet lessons are linked to the Early Years Foundation standards. We have classes available in the Tyneside, Newcastle North and Gateshead West so if you live in the surrounding areas (Whitley Bay, Tynemouth, North Shields, Seaton Sluice, Seaton Deleval, Killingworth, Wallsend, Forest Hall, Longbenton, Benton, West Allotment, Shiremoor, Backworth, Burradon, Seljuk, Annitsford, Seaton Burn, Wideopen, Hazlerigg, Dinnington, Horton Grange, Berwick Hill, Brenkley, Woolsington, Gosforth, Jesmond, Dunston, Lobley Hill) why not contact your local babyballet school and sign up for your introductory lessons now!

why babyballet is magical

At babyballet, we provide dance classes for kids, from 6 months to 6 years. Our fully trained dance teachers create a fun, friendly environment where every little one is given a chance to shine. From Tots and Tinies, through to Tappers, Movers and Groovers, our five stage syllabus of dance classes are a magical experience for both young children and their mummies and daddies. Why not get your little one kitted out and sign up for our unique ballet classes for kids today? We offer a full range of ballet clothes to get your child kitted out, including a ballet tutu and ballet shoes, all available to purchase from the babyballet shop.