Rambert School

Huge congratulations to Postgraduate Javier Bustamante whose documentary And Yet We Dance has been published by the Dance Studies Association, Dance Studies Association ❤️‍🔥

And Yet We Dance is a documentary exploring how dance endures in places where artistic practice is often overlooked. Set in Ciudad Juárez, a Mexican border city shaped by industrialisation and social violence, it brings together the voices of local dancers whose stories reveal both the challenges and possibilities of creating amidst adversity. Through conversation and performance, the documentary expands beyond its local context to ask universal questions about identity, belonging, artistic resilience and the necessity of creating. Ultimately, the shared experiences of the featured artists, unveil how dance is not merely a profession or an art form, but dancers’ most powerful way of inhabiting the world.

Javier’s work was supported by Rambert School throughout his time on the MA in Dance Research and post graduation.

‘This achievement would simply not have been possible without your support and the opportunity to study at the Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance. My time at Rambert has profoundly shaped both my artistic and academic journey, and this documentary is a direct result of the experiences, knowledge, and encouragement I received there.’

View the documentary and full article via the link on our stories!

If you are interested in exploring your own research in dance or adjacent fields, click the link in our bio for more information about the MA in Dance Research. Applications close in September🔗

HIRING - CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

We are looking to find a qualified accountant with strong commercial instincts and significant experience of leading financial strategy, planning, performance and control, as well as experience of governance, risk and compliance, including supporting Boards and acting as a trusted adviser to senior leaders.

The Chief Operating Officer will provide strategic leadership across the School’s finance, operations, corporate and charitable governance functions, ensuring the organisation is financially sustainable, operationally effective and governed to the highest standards in support of its academic, artistic and commercial ambitions. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining robust financial management, effective internal controls, statutory, charitable and regulatory compliance, and organisational accountability.

To find out more or apply click the link in our bio🔗

Postgrad applications closing soon!

Our MA in Dance Research is designed for artists and practitioners who want to deepen their movement practice through exploration, collaboration, and critical reflection. Working alongside a vibrant community of dancers, choreographers, teachers, researchers, and movement practitioners, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with new ideas, perspectives, and ways of working.
 
- Study part-time
- Learn online from anywhere around the world
- Flexible around professional schedules
- Personalised mentoring
 
Applications are now open for 2026/27 entry. Find out more via the link in our bio🔗

Outstanding National Student Survey results!

We’re delighted to share our exceptional 2026 National Student Survey (NSS) results, demonstrating the strength of the student experience at Rambert School.

- 89.8% response rate
- Rated at or above the sector benchmark on all 27 survey questions
- 23 questions exceeded benchmark performance
- Overall positivity rate of 98.3%

The National Student Survey (NSS) is an annual UK-wide survey by the Office for Students that gathers final year students’ feedback on the quality of their higher education experience.

Our results significantly outperform both the UK Dance average (87.4%) and the all sector average (84.9%), with Rambert School ranking 2nd out of 27 providers with a full set of publishable Dance results and leading all identified conservatoire comparators.

The overwhelmingly positive student comments highlighted our supportive staff, strong student voice, personalised feedback, safe and inclusive community, and the quality of both our vocational and academic curriculum.

A huge thank you to our students and staff for helping make Rambert School such a positive and inspiring place to learn and grow❤️‍🔥

Image: Jack Thomson

WE ARE HIRING - Governance Administrator & Clerk to the Board

Rambert School is seeking an experienced Governance Administrator & Clerk to the Board to provide an exceptionally high level of governance and administrative support to the School’s Boards and Committees and the Board of Directors for Rambert Grades (a joint venture between the School and Rambert Grades).

The post-holder will utilise current and relevant technology and AI (such as Microsoft 365 Bookings and CoPilot) to schedule meetings, prepare agendas and supporting papers and take accurate and detailed minutes, to help ensure good governance and compliance.

This job requires a meticulous individual, with a flair for writing accurate and detail-oriented minutes. The post-holder will have excellent organisational skills, an appetite for hard work, an eye for detail and a desire to work in the Higher Education or Charity sector. They will actively promote and uphold the School’s mission and values and will always exercise a high level of good judgment, diplomacy and discretion, in respect of the confidential and often sensitive information that they are party to. They will work effectively and build strong relationships with senior leadership and the Board of Trustees.

This is a part-time, 0.6 FTE (24-hours of a FT 40-hour week), role. NB – Flexible annualised working patten is available, to suit the needs of the role and the postholder (e.g. working parents). Hours could vary week to week based on workload demands, while maintaining a consistent monthly salary.

Find out more via the link in our bio🔗

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Boys Taster Day🕺🏼

Rambert School invites 15-21 year old male-identifying dancers to join our FREE Boys Taster Day on Saturday 12 September 2026. Come and gain insight into dance training within a conservatoire setting at a higher education institution. Parents and carers are also welcome to attend.

The programme will be taught by male-identifying members of our world-leading faculty, alumni and associated artists, and supported by male identifying students who are currently training at Rambert School.

Date and Time: Saturday 12 September 2026, 12pm-5pm 

Venue:  Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance, Clifton Lodge, St Margarets Drive, Twickenham, TW1 1QN

Price: Free

Find out more via the link in our bio🔗

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Farewell to our graduating class🎓

It is with a heavy heart but one filled with pride as we say goodbye to our graduating class today. This immensely talented group has travelled across three continents performing in Geneva, New York, Senegal and across the UK embracing new techniques and styles🌍

We wish them all the best for the future and can’t wait to see what the future holds!✨

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