Bolton Mark
Dawson's Academy is the first dance school in Bolton to receive accreditation from the Bolton Council with the Bolton Silver Mark.
Awarded by Bolton Council’s Sport, Health and Inclusion Service, this accreditation recognises the development and commitment of clubs that are deemed safe, effective and child-friendly.
Examination Boards
As shown in the following framework, chosen students are given training for, and undertake, examinations by QCA -Ed Excel recognised examination boards including:
Our teachers are associated and qualified with the appropriate organisation. Click to read more about our teachers.
National Qualifications Framework
| General Qualifications (ISTD / RAD) | General Qualifications Equivalent | Vocational Qualifications (ISTD / RAD) | Vocational Qualifications Equivalent | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level Four | Certificate of Dance Education | 1st Year Degree | ||
| Level Three | Grade 6 | A-Level | Foundation of Dance Instruction Advanced 2 Advanced 1 |
Vocational A Level Advanced GNVQ |
| Level Two (Intermediate) | Grade 5 Grade 4 |
GCSE (A* - C) | Intermediate Foundation |
Intermediate GNVQ |
| Level One (Foundation) | Grade 3 Grade 2 Grade 1 |
GCSE (D - G) | ||