Royal Academy of Dance Ballet Exams 

Elina Patrou Academy of Dance follows the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus, meaning that students can enter for prestigious ballet examinations. 

We follow the globally respected Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) syllabus, giving students the opportunity to take internationally recognised ballet exams. These exams develop musicality, artistry, and strong classical technique—with a clear and inspiring pathway for progression.

We are proud to be one of the few schools offering extensive grading and dedicated exam coaching. In the higher grades, students gain UCAS points toward university applications. All candidates receive a certificate, a result breakdown, and a bronze, silver, or gold medal.

Elina brings nearly two decades of RAD teaching experience with a 100% exam success rate, and maintains annual professional development to keep her teaching fresh and forward-thinking.

Learn more at www.rad.org.uk.

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Exam Fees

(include Examiner's fee, Mock Exam £20, Hall fee £15 and Music accompanist's fee & hair £6:

  • Primary: £41 + £42  = £83

  • Grade 1 : £41 + £43 = £84

  • Grade 2: £41 + £45 = £86

  • Grade 3: £41 + £49 = £90

  • Grade 4: £41 + £52 = £93

  • Grade 5: £41 + £55 = £96

  • Grade 8: £41 + £62 = £103

  • Repertoire 2, Unit 1: £41 + £35 = £76

  • Repertoire 2, Unit 2: £41 + £35 = £76 (each)

  • Repertoire 3, Unit 1: £41 + £40 = £81

  • Repertoire 3, Unit 2: £41 + £40 = £81 (each)

  • Intermediate Foundation: £41 + £85 = £126

  • Intermediate: £41 + 87 = £128

  • Advanced Foundation (RAD HQ): £100 members, £141 non members

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Uniform

Nursery Ballet, Pre-Primary, Primary: Pale pink leotard with matching voile skirt, pink satin ballet shoes fastened with elastic & pink ballet socks

Grades 1 & 2: Sky blue leotard with matching elasticated belt, pink satin ballet shoes fastened with elastic, pink ballet socks, black character skirt, black character shoes with low heel

Grades 3, 4 & 5: Navy blue leotard with matching elasticated belt, pink satin ballet shoes with ribbons, pink ballet socks or convertible tights, black character skirt, black character shoes with Cuban heel

Boys Uniform: White sleeved leotard, navy blue shorts, white socks & white shoes

Grades 7 & 8: Long black chiffon RAD skirt, black sleeveless leotard, convertible tights, split sole canvas ballet shoes

Intermediate Foundation, Intermediate, Advanced 1 & Repertoire: Black sleeveless leotard, convertible tights, soft ballet shoes or soft blocks with ribbons, pointe shoes. 

Contemporary: Leggings, fitted top or leotard & socks

Pointe Work: Please check with Elina before purchasing pointe shoes.

Pointe shoes can be fitted at Dancia in Covent Garden – Capezio, Grishko Proflex or Bloch makes are recommended. You will also need ribbons & toe pads. 

​Hair should be neatly tied in a bun. All items, including shoes, must be clearly marked with pupil’s name & marked Left and Right, inside the shoe as they will mould to the shape of the foot. No jewellery please.