About the School

School Philosophy - Janis Anderson

"At the age of 9, I knew that I wanted to dance. Classical Ballet was my first love and still is. I have always believed that if you have been trained in Classical Ballet, all other forms of dance look much better. For a child growing, the discipline of ballet and the way that it helps to stretch and strengthen our bodies gives a posture and style no other can give."

"My mission as a fully trained teacher and Member of the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing is to bring classical ballet to all. And for 36 years, I hope I have achieved my goals in giving each child a great sense of achievement through exam success and enjoyment through involvement in shows and productions."

"My mentor was Betty Hassall, Principal of The Hammond School of Dance. If I have any of her wonderful qualities, I would be truly happy."

Meet the Teachers

Janis Anderson started her dancing career at Hilary Burrows School, Liverpool, before moving to Chester to become a Junior and Senior Associate with The Hammond School of Dance, where she performed in many shows on TV and various stage productions.

She started teaching at 19 years old and is still inspiring children and young adults to dance ballet with enthusiasm and love.

Jennifer Donnachie trained with Janis Anderson until 16 then moved to full time training at The Hammond School of Dance where she graduated in 2003. She went on to perform both abroad and in the UK in many shows, professional pantomimes and touring companies. She is an Associate in Ballet, Tap and Modern with the ISTD.

And she is looking forward to great success now she is home full time, teaching alongside her mother.