Welcome to the Dance Days Blog

Since 2013, Dance Days has been bringing the joy of dance into classrooms across England. What started as a small initiative in London has now grown into one of the UK’s most trusted providers of dance workshops for schools.

Over the past decade, we’ve worked with more than 1,750 schools and engaged over 650,000 pupils in fun, creative and curriculum-linked sessions. Now, we’re excited to launch this blog as a space where teachers, headteachers, and school staff can find practical ideas, inspiration, and updates to make the most of their workshops.

Our mission is simple: to make dance easy to access, stress-free to book, and meaningful for every pupil. This blog is another way we can support that mission — by sharing resources, tips, and behind-the-scenes insights that help schools bring learning to life through dance.

Why We Started the Dance Days Blog

When we first created Dance Days, our goal was simple: to bring creative, inclusive, and curriculum-linked dance workshops into schools. Over the years, as our workshops expanded to cover cultural celebrations, historical events, and wellbeing activities, we realised there was so much more we could share with teachers beyond what fits onto a service page.

This blog gives us space to:

• Showcase workshops in detail — from Irish Dance for St Patrick’s Day to World Book Day workshops, we’ll explore what pupils experience, what teachers can expect, and how these sessions fit the curriculum.
• Offer teaching tips and preparation guides — articles like Getting Ready to Dance will help you plan smoothly and get the most from your workshop day.
• Share wellbeing and enrichment ideas — such as Wellbeing Week workshops or cross-curricular lessons like using dance to teach history or maths.
• Keep you updated — from new workshops to seasonal offers on our events calendar, this blog will be your hub for news and inspiration.

In short, the blog is here to help teachers and school leaders discover new ways to integrate dance into the classroom — whether it’s for cultural enrichment, wellbeing, or simply the joy of movement.

What You’ll Find on Our Blog

To make it easier for teachers and school leaders to explore, we’ve organised our blog into helpful categories. Each one focuses on the most common needs we hear about from schools:

1. Cultural & Festival Workshops

From Diwali and Chinese New Year to Black History Month, we’ll share ideas and guides for planning cultural celebrations. Expect classroom activities, curriculum links, and tips for making events memorable.

2. Wellbeing Benefits

Dance is more than movement — it supports confidence, social skills, and pupil wellbeing. Posts like 5 Ways Dance Boosts Wellbeing will give you evidence-based ideas to justify workshops in PSHE, Healthy Schools Week, or Wellbeing Week.

3. Teaching Tips & Resources

We know teachers are busy, so this section provides practical advice: preparing for workshops, integrating dance into the curriculum, and using cross-curricular approaches like teaching maths and history through movement.

4. News & Updates

Want to stay in the loop? Here you’ll find our latest announcements — from new workshops and seasonal events to offers and behind-the-scenes updates from the Dance Days team.

By browsing these categories, you can quickly find the content most relevant to your school, whether you’re planning a World Book Day event, looking for new enrichment activities, or simply exploring ways to make PE and arts more engaging.

Our Journey Since 2013

Dance Days began in 2013 with a simple mission: to make dance accessible, engaging, and curriculum-friendly for schools. What started with just a few schools in London has since grown into a nationwide programme that now reaches hundreds of communities across England.

Over the years, more than 1,750 schools have booked with us, and we’ve had the privilege of dancing with over 650,000 pupils. This growth didn’t happen overnight — it’s been built on trust, consistency, and long-term relationships with schools that invite us back year after year.

A Small Team with Big Impact

Unlike larger organisations, we’ve kept Dance Days deliberately small and personal. Our creative director and teaching team work directly with schools to ensure every workshop fits seamlessly into the school day. Many of our instructors have been part of the team since the early days, meaning pupils often recognise familiar faces returning to deliver workshops.

Built on Trust and Reviews

We’re proud that schools don’t just book once — they return term after term. With over 1,200 verified reviews, we know how valuable feedback is in shaping our services. Headteachers often highlight how workshops not only support the curriculum but also boost confidence, teamwork, and creativity in pupils.

👉 Learn more about our story on the About Us page or explore what teachers have to say in our Testimonials section.

Supporting a Small, Independent Business

One of the things that makes Dance Days unique is that we’re not a big corporate provider — we’re a small, independent company. That means when you book with us, you’re not just getting a dance workshop, you’re choosing a team that values relationships, quality, and personal service above all else.

A Personal Touch Every Step of the Way

From your first enquiry to the day of the workshop, our team makes sure everything runs smoothly. We understand how busy teachers are, so we’ve streamlined our booking process to make it quick, easy, and stress-free. You can see available dates on our Events Calendar and get in touch directly via our Contact page to secure your booking.

Long-Term Partnerships with Schools

Many of our schools have been dancing with us for years — some book term after term because they know exactly what to expect: engaging workshops that leave pupils smiling and learning. This consistency is possible because many of our team members have been with Dance Days since the beginning, creating trust and continuity.

Local Roots, National Reach

Even though we started small in London, our independent business now supports schools across England — from Essex to Manchester and beyond. By keeping things personal and scalable, we’ve managed to grow without losing the connection that schools value.

Affordable Pricing Without Hidden Costs

At Dance Days, we believe that every school should be able to access high-quality dance workshops without worrying about inflated prices. Because we’re a small, independent company, we don’t carry the heavy overheads of large providers — no big offices, no board of shareholders, and no unnecessary admin layers.

Real Value for Schools

This means we can keep our pricing realistic and pass those savings directly back to schools. Whether you’re planning a single cultural day or a whole week of workshops, you can be confident that our costs reflect fair value for the quality and expertise we deliver.

No Hidden Fees

Transparency is at the heart of our service. When you book with us, the price you’re quoted is the price you’ll pay — no hidden extras or unexpected add-ons. Schools appreciate knowing exactly where their budget is going, and it’s one of the reasons so many return to Dance Days year after year.

Making Regular Workshops Possible

Affordable pricing also makes it easier for schools to book workshops more than once a year. Instead of treating dance as a one-off event, many schools are able to integrate it into their regular enrichment activities, giving pupils the chance to experience the long-term benefits of dance — from fitness and confidence to cultural learning.

Proven Impact: Schools and Pupils We’ve Reached

Since our first workshops in 2013, Dance Days has grown from a small London-based project into one of the UK’s most trusted providers of school dance workshops. The numbers tell the story:

• 1,750+ schools have welcomed Dance Days into their classrooms.
• 650,000+ pupils have danced, learned, and grown through our workshops.

These aren’t just statistics — they represent real impact in schools across England. Every workshop has contributed to pupils’ physical health, creativity, teamwork, and cultural understanding.

Why Schools Come Back Year After Year

One of the best signs of our impact is the loyalty of the schools we work with. Many have booked with us term after term, confident that every new year group will benefit from engaging, curriculum-linked sessions.

You don’t just have to take our word for it — explore our testimonials to see how headteachers, classroom teachers, and pupils describe their experience with Dance Days. With over 1,200 genuine reviews, the feedback consistently highlights the positive energy, professionalism, and educational value our workshops bring.

Safe, Experienced Instructors

When schools invite us into their classrooms, we know that safety and professionalism come first. That’s why every member of our teaching team is:

• DBS-checked, so schools can be confident pupils are in safe hands.
• Experienced educators with strong classroom management skills.
• Specialists in both dance and working with children of different ages and abilities.

Consistency That Builds Trust

Many of our instructors have been with Dance Days for years, often returning to the same schools term after term. This continuity builds trust between pupils, teachers, and our team, creating a familiar and supportive learning environment.

Adaptable Teaching for Every Group

Our instructors know how to tailor sessions for different key stages and SEND needs. Whether it’s KS1 pupils experiencing their first creative movements or KS3 students exploring more complex choreography, sessions are always age-appropriate, engaging, and inclusive.

You can read more about the variety of workshops our instructors deliver — from African Dance to World Book Day — and see how their expertise shines across diverse themes.

Coverage Across England

From our early beginnings in London, Dance Days has expanded to deliver workshops in schools across the country. Today, we cover both major cities and smaller towns, ensuring that no matter where your school is located, you can access engaging and professional dance workshops.

Where We Work

We are proud to support schools in:

• London boroughs — from Hackney to Westminster.
• Large metropolitan areas such as Birmingham, Manchester, and Leeds & West Yorkshire.
• Counties like Essex, Norfolk, and Cambridgeshire.

Our locations page highlights the breadth of our coverage — showing how schools both urban and rural can book the same high-quality service.

Bringing Dance to Every Classroom

By expanding our reach, we ensure more children can enjoy the cultural, physical, and wellbeing benefits of dance. Whether it’s a small village school in Lincolnshire or a large academy in Liverpool, Dance Days provides consistency, creativity, and quality to every pupil we teach.

Genuine Reviews You Can Trust

Trust is earned, and at Dance Days, we’re proud that over 1,200 reviews have been left by schools who’ve booked our workshops. These reviews aren’t self-written or filtered — they’re genuine feedback from teachers, headteachers, and school leaders across England.

You can read many of these directly on our Testimonials page. Each comment reflects the experience of schools who return to us year after year, praising not just the quality of our workshops but also the professionalism of our instructors and the ease of our booking process.

Why Reviews Matter

• Transparency: We use an independent platform to collect feedback, so schools can trust that reviews are authentic.
• Continuous Improvement: Our team actively reads, shares, and responds to reviews, ensuring we continually refine our delivery.
• Confidence for New Schools: For schools booking for the first time, testimonials provide reassurance that Dance Days is a safe and reliable choice.

By taking feedback seriously, we ensure every workshop builds on our strong reputation for consistency, inclusivity, and quality teaching.

Why Dance Days Is the Right Choice for Your School

When it comes to planning workshops, schools want a provider they can rely on. Dance Days offers:

• Over a decade of proven experience in delivering curriculum-linked workshops.
• A small-business approach that focuses on relationships, personal support, and long-term partnerships.
• Affordable pricing without the overheads of larger companies.
• DBS-checked, experienced instructors who understand both dance and classroom management.
• National coverage across England, from London to Manchester, Leeds, and beyond.
• 1,200+ verified reviews from schools who return to us year after year.

Whether your school is looking for cultural enrichment, wellbeing-focused activities, or cross-curricular learning opportunities, Dance Days provides a stress-free, professional solution that inspires pupils and supports teachers.

📌 Ready to get started? Visit our Contact page today to request a quote, check availability, or discuss how we can tailor a workshop for your school.