Our Story

Professional Training. Nurturing Heart.

Founded in Cardiff in 2023 by Miss Danielle Emms, a school built on expertise, care and the belief that dance can transform lives.

Our Story

Born in Cardiff. Rooted in Excellence.

En Pointe Theatre Arts was established in 2023 in South Wales with a clear vision: to provide every dancer, whatever their age, ability or background, with professional-standard training in a safe, nurturing environment.

What sets us apart is our holistic approach. Every class is informed by anatomy, physiology and biomechanics, reducing injury risk and building stronger, healthier dancers from the very start. Body conditioning and Progressing Ballet Technique are integrated throughout, not treated as extras.

From tiny tots taking their first ballet steps at age 2 to adults discovering dance for the first time at 45, and students pursuing professional careers. Everyone has a place at En Pointe Cardiff.

2023

Founded

100%

Exam Pass Rate

Age 2+

to Adult

Founder & Principal Teacher

Miss Danielle Emms

Cardiff, South Wales

Meet the Teacher

Meet Miss Danielle

Miss Danielle Emms is the founder, principal and heart of En Pointe Theatre Arts. Registered with both the Royal Academy of Dance and the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing, she brings exceptional expertise and genuine warmth to every single class.

Miss Danielle is currently studying for her Bachelor of Arts in Dance Education at the Royal Academy of Dance a testament to her commitment to the very highest standards of teaching. She is also a certified PBT (Progressing Ballet Technique) instructor, integrating body conditioning into all programmes.

RAD Registered Teacher with CBTS

ISTD qualified: Tap, Modern Theatre, Ballet

PBT Certified Instructor

Chaperone licence holder

Studying BA Dance Education at the Royal Academy of Dance

DBS checked: safe, professional environment

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Our Ethos

What We Believe

Excellence

We hold ourselves to the highest standards of teaching and training, delivering professional-quality education with care and dedication in every class.

Dream

We believe every dancer deserves the space to dream big. Whether the goal is a professional career or simply a love of movement, we nurture every aspiration.

Positivity

Our environment is built on encouragement, warmth and celebration. Dance should feel joyful — we make sure every student leaves class inspired.

Community

We build a supportive environment where older students help younger dancers and everyone grows through teamwork and collaboration. Dance is better together.

Why En Pointe

What Makes Us Different

100% examination pass rate (RAD and ISTD)

Training informed by anatomy, physiology and biomechanics

Small class sizes: every dancer gets individual attention

Fully inclusive: all backgrounds, abilities and SEN welcome

Miss Danielle studying BA in Dance Education at the RAD

Lift in building, on-site car park, accessible from M4

DBS-checked staff, safe and fully supervised environment

2-week paid trial available for new students

RAD Ballet students at the barre during class at En Pointe Cardiff

Young ballet student at En Pointe Theatre Arts Cardiff

Progressing Ballet Technique class with Swiss ball at En Pointe Cardiff

Accreditations

Our Professional Affiliations

RAD

Royal Academy of Dance

Internationally recognised ballet examinations, OFQUAL regulated and aligned with UK qualifications frameworks.

ISTD

Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing

Tap, Modern Theatre and Contemporary examinations at all levels, internationally recognised and regulated.

PBT

Progressing Ballet Technique

Science-based supplementary dance training developed by Marie Walton-Mahon, integrated into our programme.

Achievements

Results We're Proud Of

A 100% exam pass rate across RAD and ISTD examinations. Our recreational dancers consistently achieve high merits and distinctions — one student achieved Merit in RAD Primary Ballet in just nine months.

RAD Ballet

Distinction

ISTD Modern Theatre

Merit & Distinction

Group Results

Outstanding Results

Group Results

Outstanding Results

RAD Examination

100% Pass Rate

BATD Tap

Distinction

Testimonials

Loved by Our Community

“My daughter loves the ballet class, and in just 9 months she had a merit in RAD Primary in Dance Ballet Examination!”

Mohammed

Parent

“Matilda's grown so much confidence since being with you and her love of dance has blossomed.”

Natalie

Parent

“Discovering ballet at the age of 45 has been nothing short of magical. It's never too late to dance!”

Melissa

Adult Ballet Student

“Wonderful school with caring, talented teacher Miss Danielle. My daughter has grown in skill and confidence.”

Maivel

Parent

“Danielle is an amazing teacher and the children are a credit to her. She gets the best out of them... No wonder there is 100% pass rate.”

Georgie Davies

Photographer & Parent

“Thanks so much for all your time and effort. We were so proud to see her casting for the Christmas production, so thanks for giving her the chance to shine.”

Liam

Dance Dad

In the Community

Performing &
Giving Back

Both our recreational and vocational students perform in biennial theatre productions — real stage experience that builds confidence and artistry in equal measure. Beyond the theatre, our dancers perform at community events including Pontprennau Primary School Summer Fair and Peter Lea Primary School Summer Fayre.

Our dancers also visit care homes, hospitals and community venues across Cardiff, bringing joy to audiences who are genuinely moved by their artistry. We have heard comments like: “I remember doing ballet when I was younger. I loved seeing the young dancers.”

We deliver workshops for schools, Brownies, Guides and community groups, making dance accessible to everyone regardless of background.

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