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Tunbridge Wells
- Skinners School, St Johns Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 9PG
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About Us
Italia Conti Tunbridge Wells is an Associate School of Italia Conti in Woking, Surrey, the longest-running performing arts establishment in Briatain, opening its doors to thousands of successful pupils since 1911.
Our courses have been tried and tested, with many pupils progressing to the full-time courses at Italia Conti and other leading performing arts institutions across the UK, becoming accomplished professionals working on stage and screen today.
Classes are held from 9am until 6pm on Saturdays during term time at Skinners School in St Johns Road, Tunbridge Wells.
Our terms usually run for ten weeks and align with standard school terms, including half terms and holidays.
Students can choose from a wide variety of subjects including:
- Modern
- Tap
- Ballet
- Musical Theatre
- Jazz
- Hip Hop
- LAMDA
- Acting
- Singing
We offer ISTD graded classes in Ballet, Tap, and Modern, alongside LAMDA Acting examinations where students can work towards recognised qualifications and UCAS points.
Students may also take part in free-work acting classes covering improvisation, script work, and character analysis.
Group singing classes focus on ensemble work, harmonising, and repertoire including Musical Theatre, Pop, and Contemporary styles, with occasional open mic sessions.
Timetable & Fees Sheet
Classes in Woking take place on Saturdays.
Termly Fees
- Classes
- 30-minute class: £69.00 per term
- 45-minute class: £80.00 per term
- 1-hour class: £100.00 per term
- Courses
- Performing Arts Course: £600.00 per term including 25% discount
- First Steps Course (3-5 years): £165.60 per term including 20% discount
- Ballet Classes
- Grade 2 & Level 3 Ballet Technique: £80 per term
- Level 4 & 5 Ballet Technique: £80 per term
- Pre-Pointe / Beginner Pointe: £69 per term
- Limber & Conditioning: £80 per term
- Level 5, 6 & Intermediate Ballet Technique: £90 per term
- Intermediate Pointe: £69 per term
Other Fees
- Exam Fees: Paid where applicable.
What We Do
Acting
Students develop physical and vocal skills through games, improvisation, and group interaction.
Classes cover characterisation, script work, improvisation, confidence building, teamwork, and discipline.
Ballet
ISTD Ballet classes are taught from Pre-Primary through to Intermediate Foundation level.
Students consistently achieve excellent examination results, with a 100% pass rate.
Optional pointe classes are available for Level 5 students and above.
Midweek Ballet Classes
- Grade 2 & Level 3 Ballet Technique: 4.30pm – 5.15pm (£80 per term)
- Level 4 & 5 Ballet Technique: 5.15pm – 6.00pm (£80 per term)
- Pre-Pointe / Beginner Pointe: 6.00pm – 6.30pm (£69 per term)
- Limber & Conditioning: 6.30pm – 7.15pm (£80 per term)
- Level 5, 6 & Intermediate Ballet Technique: 7.15pm – 8.15pm (£90 per term)
- Intermediate Pointe: 8.15pm – 8.45pm (£69 per term)
First Steps Course (3-5 Years)
A specialist pre-primary course including:
- Pre-Primary Ballet
- Pre-Primary Tap
- Pre-Primary Musical Theatre
Classes take place Saturdays from 9am – 10.30am and support confidence, coordination, and early learning development.
Hip Hop
Classes cover Freestyle, B-Boying, House, Popping, Locking, and Breaking techniques.
Students develop agility, strength, coordination, and performance skills.
Jazz
Jazz classes include Fosse-style, Commercial, Lyrical, and Street dance influences.
LAMDA
Students work towards performances and examinations through script work, interpretative skills, technical performance training, and acting techniques.
Higher grades contribute towards UCAS points.
Modern (ISTD)
ISTD Modern classes focus on posture, strength, flexibility, and technical precision from Grade 1 through to Advanced 2.
Students consistently achieve a 100% examination pass rate.
Performing Arts Course (13-17 Years)
Singing
Students explore Musical Theatre and Pop repertoire whilst developing solo singing, harmony work, breathing technique, and vocal control.
Open mic sessions are occasionally offered.
Tap (ISTD)
Graded ISTD Tap examination classes are available for students at the appropriate level.
Chris Baldock
Principal
Chris is an experienced international choreographer and director working across theatre, television, film, and corporate productions.
As a performer, he worked worldwide alongside artists including:
- Gene Kelly
- Tom Jones
- Sarah Brightman
- Shirley Bassey
- Elaine Paige
- Barry Manilow
Chris made his West End debut at the age of 11, playing young Tulsa in Gypsy starring Angela Lansbury.
He later performed in productions including:
- Song & Dance
- Anything Goes
- Royal Variety Performances
- Starlight Express
Additional choreography and directing credits include:
- So You Think You Can Dance
- Tonight at the London Palladium
- The Last Faust
- Saturday Night Fever
- Sarah Brightman’s Hymn World Tour
- Grease for Royal Caribbean
- Elf The Musical
- Stiletto The Musical
- Blaze
- Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway arena tours
- John Bishop’s Sunshine
- Jack Whitehall’s Stood Up
Website: www.chrisbaldock.co.uk
Lauren Clinton
Co-Manager
Lauren began dancing at the age of eight, training at a small dance school in Ireland, with hopes that someday she will make it as a professional dancer. At 15, she was awarded a scholarship to a performing arts school in Liverpool. She then moved to England to board and pursue her dream of a career in performing.
During this exciting period, Lauren performed on stage and took part in prestigious competitions and television shows, including the Dance World Cup in Barcelona, Britain’s Got Talent, The Greatest Dancer, and The X Factor. One of her most cherished memories from this time was performing at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre for a national competition her school was taking part in, Lauren was the lead and felt this was a great honor and place to represent her company.
At 18, Lauren was offered a place at London Studio Centre, where she trained as a jazz dancer while also specialising in singing. During her time in London, she embraced every opportunity to perform, regularly taking part in open mic nights, writing music, and producing her own songs. Her passion for music and singing continued to grow throughout her training.
Alongside her studies, Lauren taught ballet and commercial dance at a school in East Dulwich, where she contributed to showcases and weekly technique classes. This was a particularly rewarding and fulfilling experience.
Lauren is passionate about making the most of every day and feels incredibly grateful to work in an environment that nurtures students’ performing talents. Each day brings new and exciting opportunities at Italia Conti, and Lauren is proud to be part of such a vibrant and inspiring community.
Book a Free Trial
Free trial classes with no obligation are available at the start of every term.
To arrange a free trial, please contact: associatestunbridgewells@italiaconti.co.uk
Term Dates
2025/2026
Summer Term 2026
18 April - 4 July 2026 Half Term: 23 May and 30 May
Entry Requirements
Age Range
For students aged 3 to 18 years.
Entry
No audition is required for our classes, as we wish to encourage participation in the arts for all abilities. We offer a free trial session before you commit to enrolling. This can be arranged by emailing: associatestunbridgewells@italiaconti.co.uk
Uniform
Italia Conti Associates Tunbridge Wells operates a strict uniform code, considered an important part of a disciplined performing arts education.
Good grooming standards are expected and support is available through Reception.
Additional Information
Many of our students progress onto our full-time, professional training courses, and the Associate classes are the ideal stepping stone for this.
We can put forward exceptional students for representation by the Italia Conti Agency, which finds work for young people in the performing arts. The Agency has placed many young performers in professional roles across West End theatre, film, television, and commercials.
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