EXAMS THIS TERM 2026
| RAD EXAMS YEARS 7 TO 12 | 28th and 29th June 2026 |
RAD BALLET EXAMS 2026
Summer Session Timetable
Sunday 28th June 2026
| Exam Time | Students | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 am – 10:50 am | I Be, A Ti, W Da, C Gu | Grade 4 |
| 10:50 am – 11:40 am | F Ko, F Al, F Hu, N Fo | Grade 5 |
| 11:40 am – 11:55 am: BREAK | ||
| 11:55 am – 12:50 pm | E Hu, L Bi, R Jo, D Ke | Grade 6 |
| 12:50 pm – 1:40 pm | L FD, J Ha, L Oa | Grade 7 |
| 1:40 pm – 2:40 pm: LUNCH | ||
| 2:40 pm – 3:30 pm | B Gi, S BP, L Cl, G At | Grade 4 |
| 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm | H As, S As, M Ra | Grade 5 |
| 4:15 pm – 4:30 pm: BREAK | ||
| 4:30 pm – 5:10 pm | E Jo, E Ra | Grade 7 |
| 5:10 pm – 5:45 pm | G Sh, R SM | Grade 4 |
Monday 29th June 2026
| Exam Time | Students | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 4:00 pm – 4:50 pm | I Go, A TR, I Br, E Wo | Grade 5 |
| 4:50 pm – 5:05 pm: BREAK | ||
| 5:05 pm – 6:00 pm | M Mo, M Si, E Br, D Sh | Grade 6 |
RAD exams are run by the Royal Academy of Dance with an external examiner. We offer these from Year 5 upwards for interested students.
| Requirements | 2 ballet classes per week required for full exam entry. |
| Masters Classes | From Year 4, students must attend weekly Masters classes to focus on technique. |
| Higher Exams | Higher grades earn valuable NVQ and UCAS point equivalents. |
RAD RESULT CLASSIFICATION
| 85 – 100 | High Distinction (Gold Medal) |
| 75 – 84 | Distinction (Gold Medal) |
| 65 – 74 | High Merit (Silver Medal) |
| 55 – 64 | Merit (Silver Medal) |
| 40 – 54 | Pass (Bronze Medal) |
| 0 – 39 | Standard not attained (n/a) |
GENERAL EXAM INFORMATION
Frequency: Most pupils take an exam every 18 months or sooner.
Progress: Students who do not wish to take an exam will still move up to the next grade with their year group where possible.
Required attire:
— Leotard relevant for grade
— Character skirt & Character shoes
— Tights or socks (as required)
All items are available on our uniform page.