As a large centre of excellence in Performing Arts, we at the Ann Oliver Stage School help children to achieve and develop their true potential in a nurturing and friendly environment filled with a mixture of imagination, creativity and discipline, all at the forefront of our teaching.
In many disciplines, the school provides passionate and safe teaching, believing that the enjoyment and wellbeing of the pupils is paramount. We offer classes for both girls and boys, from the age of two upwards of all abilities ensuring that all of our pupils get a solid technical grounding in all areas of dance and theatre.
Great decision to come to the Ann Oliver Stage School, Friendly atmosphere, Teachers maximize the potential of each dancer and there are lots of opportunities to take examinations and perform throughout the year
We have been coming to the dance school for the last 11 years. Throughout this time I have seen progression in our children due to the dedication of the teachers and guest choreographers. My children have competed in competitions and have taken part in extra lessons such as stageclass and roadshow
My daughter has been coming to Ann Oliver’s for about 4 years and has grown in confidence so much over that time
After dancing with Ann Oliver for 10 years in the 80’s there was no better place to return with my own kids…. 13 years later with 3 daughters in the school, we are still loving every minute
Having started dancing at the Ann Oliver Stage School in the mid 70’s, I continued until the late 80’s before moving on to a college in London upon having my own daughter I returned to the school in 2008 for her to have the experience that I learnt and enjoyed
My daughter has been dancing at the Ann Oliver Stage School since she was 3 years old and has loved every minute. I cannot speak highly enough of all the talented professional teachers. It offers a friendly environment for my daughter to reach her full potential. All the students are challenged and encouraged, but most importantly have fun in the ‘AO’ Family
I am so proud that my grandchildren attend the Ann Oliver Stage School. They are the 3rd Generation of our family to dance here. Not only are they taught to dance, they have all become confident, independent young people
My daughter has been attending the Ann Oliver Stage School for 6 years, and she loves it! The teachers are amazing and very approachable. The dance school has not only helped my daughter to dance beautifully but also it’s helped her become more confident and independent, She loves her dance family
My daughter started to dance at the Ann Oliver Stage School when she was 2 ½ years old, with the professionalism of the school and teachers, she has flourished into a confident acrobat and dancer
Ann Oliver’s provides a safe and friendly environment to allow our children to be taught by professional and qualified teachers
The Ann Oliver Stage School presents its annual spectacular Annual Show this May 2025. The students performing start from the age of two onwards, all displaying wonderful talent, making a magical evening of entertainment.