London Vocational Ballet School
URN: 135729 • London W12 8AP
Overview
- Name
- London Vocational Ballet School
- URN
- 135729
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kate Blakeburn (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02087460412
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 58 Bulwer Street, London W12 8AP
Summary
London Vocational Ballet School (LVBS) is an independent mixed school located in Hammersmith and Fulham, London, catering to 47 students with a capacity of 65. The school focuses on nurturing young dancers by providing a robust vocational ballet training alongside a comprehensive academic curriculum. Entry to the school is by audition, assessing each student's potential for a future in dance.
LVBS prides itself on its commitment to academic excellence, achieving a 100% pass rate for GCSEs, with notable results in both high grades and vocational qualifications. The school fosters a supportive environment with small class sizes, ensuring personalized attention for each student. This approach aims to cultivate not only skilled dancers but also well-rounded scholars.
The school actively engages with the community through initiatives like the STREAM project, which connects LVBS with local schools and dance institutions. This commitment to community involvement, combined with a focus on artistic and intellectual development, positions LVBS as a prominent institution for aspiring ballet artists in London.
LVBS prides itself on its commitment to academic excellence, achieving a 100% pass rate for GCSEs, with notable results in both high grades and vocational qualifications. The school fosters a supportive environment with small class sizes, ensuring personalized attention for each student. This approach aims to cultivate not only skilled dancers but also well-rounded scholars.
The school actively engages with the community through initiatives like the STREAM project, which connects LVBS with local schools and dance institutions. This commitment to community involvement, combined with a focus on artistic and intellectual development, positions LVBS as a prominent institution for aspiring ballet artists in London.
Useful links
- About LVBS (other)
- Home (other)
- About (other)
- STREAM (other)
- Facilities and Location (other)
- Policies and Reports (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Prospectus 24/25 (other)
- Term Dates and Fees (other)
- Work With Us (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Azhar Academy Girls School (75.2)
- Spa School (73.2)
- Harris Aspire Academy (72.7)
- Hawkswood Primary PRU (72.7)
- The Pears Family School (72.7)
Key details
- LA
- Hammersmith and Fulham
- Age range
- 10 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 65
- Pupils
- 47
- Boys
- 11
- Girls
- 36
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2008-10-17
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 47 | 11 | 36 | 65 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 49 | 11 | 38 | 65 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 46 | 9 | 37 | 55 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 46 | 9 | 37 | 55 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 48 | 8 | 40 | 55 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 50 | 9 | 41 | 55 | 0.00 |
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