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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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