Queensland Ballet Academy offers an elite ballet training program for talented students to pursue intensive training while completing face-to-face Senior academic studies in Years 7 to 12 at Kelvin Grove State College.
The Lower and Upper School Program is reinforced by a unique educational and artistic collaboration between Queensland Ballet and Kelvin Grove State College, providing a seamless delivery of world-leading practice in professional ballet training, underpinned by agile futures-focused learning pathways with a focus on student wellbeing.
The Programs sits amongst Queensland Ballet Academy's 10-level pathway for young dancers from 6 years of age through to a pre-professional level. All programs are overseen by Queensland Ballet's Artistic Director, Ivan Gil-Ortega, and Academy Director, Christian Tàtchev. Students enjoy the privilege and benefit of working within a professional environment, alongside a world-class ballet company.
Lower and Upper School Levels 6 – 1 (Years 7 – 12)
Available to students in Years 7 – 9 (Lower School) or Years 10 – 12 (Upper School), these programs combine professional ballet training with academic studies at Kelvin Grove State College.
The Upper School Program is formally recognised under the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA). Students will attain credits
contributing towards their Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE), with the successful completion of each Upper School level. On completion of Year 12, graduates receive a QCE and, if eligible, an Australian Tertiary Admission Ranking (ATAR for university entry). Where eligible, Upper School Level 1 graduates also receive a Queensland Ballet Pre-Professional Program Certificate in Dance.
Visit Queensland Ballet Academy for application and program details.
Facilities
Queensland Ballet Academy's fit-for-purpose building offers a world-class training experience boasting:
- a wellness suite encompassing a gym, Pilates and physiotherapy facilities
- learning and development spaces
- student dressing and greenroom areas
How to apply
Entry into the Lower and Upper School is via audition or invitation. Visit Academy Auditions to learn more.