{"product_id":"early-learning-childrens-courses-term-4-2026","title":"Early Learning \u0026 Children's Courses – Term 4, 2026","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWelcome to the 2026 Early Learning and Children's Courses information page\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease refer to each section below for key information\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"collapsible\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur public Early Learning \u0026amp; Children’s Courses offer a wonderful opportunity for children of all genders, from kindergarten to primary school age, to embark on their first journey into the world of classical dance. These term-based programs introduce children to the joy and beauty of dance and music, fostering a lifelong love of movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaught by highly trained instructors in the stunning studios of The Australian Ballet School, each class is accompanied by live piano music, enhancing the experience and creating an inspiring atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no auditions required to join this public program. Focused on nurturing creativity and enjoyment, the courses do not follow formal ballet grading, exams, or performances, making them a fun and supportive introduction to dance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note, as outlined in the School's Terms and Conditions, “The School does not provide individual feedback outside of sessions\/classes.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"collapsible\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEligibility Criteria\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly Learning course enrolments are based on the child’s current age (3yrs+).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren’s course enrolments are based on a child's current (2026) primary school year level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny incorrect enrolments may be transferred if a place is still available in the correct class. Incorrect enrolments may be refused and incur the 15% cancellation fee if a refund is approved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKinder participants must be toilet trained and must be at least 3 years old at the start of the term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that bookings will be for the term booked. As this is a public program, prior enrolment will not guarantee a place in future courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"collapsible\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2026 Course Sessions \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerm 4 | Saturday 10 October - Sunday 29 November\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"collapsible\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTerms and Conditions \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.australianballetschool.com.au\/pages\/terms\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here to access The Australian Ballet School Terms and Conditions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQ\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"collapsible\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhere are the classes?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Australian Ballet School (within The Primrose Potter Australian Ballet Centre)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLevel 5, 2 Kavanagh Street, Southbank VIC 3006\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABS staff members will escort the children into the School's studios. \u003cb\u003eParents\/Carers are not permitted into the studio area.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"collapsible\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhat should my child wear?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no specific uniform, however the students should be dressed in appropriate dancewear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGirls:\u003c\/b\u003e leotard*, ballet tights* or white ankle socks, ballet shoes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBoys:\u003c\/b\u003e plain bike shorts, form-fitting plain t-shirt\/singlet, white ankle socks and ballet shoes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e*\u003c\/b\u003e Please ensure this is a leotard and not a body suits. No buttons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e*\u003c\/b\u003e Please ensure these are stockings and not leggings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"collapsible\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eDoes my child require specific shoes?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eChildren are required to wear ballet shoes which can be purchased at any specialised dancewear store.\n\u003cp\u003eOur preferred supplier is Bloch. The closest store to the school is located at 35 City Rd Southbank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"collapsible\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eAre there trial classes available?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe do not offer any trial classes. It can take several weeks for a child to settle into a new environment and so we encourage children to attend for the full term course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"collapsible\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMy child has missed a class, can I get a refund?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBookings for classes are non-refundable unless they are cancelled by The Australian Ballet School.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs our Early Learning and Children's courses consist of a set number of classes per term, no make-up classes are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"collapsible\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eAre there any end of year performances?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a per term course, our Early Learning \u0026amp; Children's Courses do not offer any annual\/end of year performance experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the final Saturday of Terms 2, a small presentation for parents is offered to share a small insight into the studio. In Term 4 a Presentation is offered in addition to the term classes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript\u003e\n        var coll = document.getElementsByClassName(\"collapsible\");\n        var i;\n\n        for (i = 0; i \u003c coll.length; i++) {\n            coll[i].addEventListener(\"click\", function () {\n                this.classList.toggle(\"active\");\n                var content = this.nextElementSibling;\n                if (content.style.maxHeight) {\n                    content.style.maxHeight = null;\n                } else {\n                    content.style.maxHeight = content.scrollHeight + \"px\";\n                }\n            });\n        }\n    \u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e For further enquiries, please contact the School via 03 9669 2807 or email \u003cu\u003eask@australianballetschool.com.au \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Australian Ballet School","offers":[{"title":"10.30 - 11.15am | Kinder SOLD OUT","offer_id":55067153104969,"sku":null,"price":297.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"11.30 - 12.30pm | Grade 5-6","offer_id":55067153137737,"sku":null,"price":297.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11.30 - 12.30pm | Grade 3-4","offer_id":55067153170505,"sku":null,"price":297.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.00 - 1.45pm | Kinder","offer_id":55067153203273,"sku":null,"price":297.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.00 - 3.00pm | Prep","offer_id":55067153236041,"sku":null,"price":297.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.00 - 3.00pm | Grade 1","offer_id":55067153268809,"sku":null,"price":297.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.15 - 4.15pm | Grade 2","offer_id":55067153301577,"sku":null,"price":297.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1782\/0571\/files\/h.walker_abs_may_classes_116-Ehighres.jpg?v=1750320514","url":"https:\/\/www.australianballetschool.com.au\/products\/early-learning-childrens-courses-term-4-2026","provider":"The Australian Ballet School  | ABN 18004852108  | CRICOS Provider Code 00253A | RTO 3132","version":"1.0","type":"link"}