Why Do the Same Kids Always Get the Solos? Favouritism and every child being seen

Why Do the Same Kids Always Get the Solos? Favouritism and every child being seen

Why Do the Same Kids Always Get the Solos? Favouritism and every child being seenRenee Mandanici-Baldwin
Published on: 30/06/2026

If you've ever thought this, or heard your child say it, you're not alone. It's one of the most common frustrations in dance communities, and it causes real damage to children's confidence and motivation.

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Is My Child's Dance Teacher Actually Qualified to Teach? — teacher quality and child safety

Is My Child's Dance Teacher Actually Qualified to Teach? — teacher quality and child safety

Is My Child's Dance Teacher Actually Qualified to Teach? — teacher quality and child safetyRenee Mandanici-Baldwin
Published on: 24/06/2026

Being a great dancer doesn't make someone a great teacher. They're genuinely different skill sets, and in an unregulated industry, that gap matters. Our latest blog looks at what good dance teaching actually looks like.

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Did You Know That Anyone Can Open a Dance School?

Did You Know That Anyone Can Open a Dance School?

Did You Know That Anyone Can Open a Dance School?Renee Mandanici-Baldwin
Published on: 29/05/2026

Most dance parents assume their child's studio is regulated. It isn't. Here's what to look for — and the questions worth asking before you enrol.

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