Principal Miss Katie Pick began Ballet Classes at the age of 3 in The New Forest, Hampshire; soon she was taking classes five nights a week! At the age of 13 Katie was traveling up to London every weekend to Train at Arts Educational School, Chiswick & The Urdang Academy, Covent Garden, where her passion for dance grew stronger. After completing her G.C.S.E’s at The Atherley School For Girls, Southampton, Katie gained a coveted place at Arts Educational School Tring Park where she trained on the Dance & Musical Theatre Courses, and gained her first taste of performing on the West End Stage with ‘Gala’ at the Shaftsbury Theatre, London.
After completing her A-Levels & the 2-year course at Tring Park, Katie was offered a scholarship to the acclaimed London Studio Centre! After graduating in 2008 with Honors in Ballet, Jazz Dance and a Degree in Theatre Dance, Katie has worked extensively within the industry. Jobs include, Ballet Tours, West End Shows, National Tours, TV Commercials & Music Videos.
Katie also attended the World Renowned Royal Academy Of Dance where she gained her Certificate In Ballet Teaching Studies. She has also taught at the acclaimed Arts Educational School, Chiswick and The Laird Academy Of Dance & Drama.