All students Semester 1 reports from their Ballet Teacher will be released on the MyPymble app shortly. This report allows parents and students to see their progress in their RAD Grade. Simply select your daughter followed by the Academic button to access this report.

The report includes a grading system that reflects where each student is currently placed in their ballet development. The grading categories are defined as follows:

Needs Work – Beginning to grasp the skill but requires further practice and refinement.
Developing – Demonstrates understanding and effort, though consistency or precision is still emerging.
Achieving – Performs the skill with confidence and solid technique, with only minor improvements needed.
Exceptional – Shows outstanding technique, control, and artistry in execution.

Should you have any difficulties viewing your daughters report, please contact the IT Hub for assistance via helpdesk@pymblelc.nsw.edu.au

Kindergarten to Year 2

All our Preparatory Ballet Grades have the opportunity to complete a Class Award for a participation certificate. Pre-Primary and Primary Ballet will participate in an Internal Class Award and Grade 1 Ballet will participate in a formal Class Award through the RAD. As Grade 1 students participate in 2 classes per week, we will be using this formal Class Award opportunity as a pathway to the examination the students will have the opportunity to do once they transition to RAD Ballet Grades in the Junior School.

The Class Awards foster the girls’ confidence and celebrates their achievements.

Grade 2 (Year 3) to Grade 5 (Year 6)

A class award is where a student performs particular exercises as chosen by the RAD ballet teacher from the Grade Syllabus for an RAD Examiner. The class award is conducted in the Dance Studio at the College towards the end of Term 4 (date to be advised by the RAD). Students who are doing the two RAD Ballet classes each week are eligible to be considered for class award. The student receives a certificate after completing the award.

For students to reach their personal best and be considered for Class Award entry in 2025, the College expects students to meet the following requirements:

• Consistently attended the two scheduled weekly RAD Grade classes throughout the year.

• Show commitment and focus during each lesson to build the necessary technique and syllabus knowledge required for their grade.

• Commit to the Mock Class Award during Term 4 – Saturday 18 October and Sunday 19 October

• Uphold the College values while participating in all Ballet lessons.

• It is recommended they attend one of the Holiday Workshops provided for RAD students

Vocational Presentation Exam

A Presentation Exam is where a student performs particular exercises as chosen by the RAD ballet teacher from their Syllabus for a Guest Examiner. The Presentation Exam is conducted in the Dance Studio at the College towards the end of Term 4 (date to be advised by the RAD). Students who are doing three RAD Ballet classes each week (two syllabus and open class) are eligible to be considered for a Presentation Exam. The student receives a certificate and report after completing the exam.

For students to reach their personal best and be considered for a Presentation Exam entry in 2025, the College expects students to meet the following requirements:

• • Consistently attended the two scheduled weekly RAD Grade classes throughout the year.

  • Show commitment and focus during each lesson to build the necessary technique and syllabus knowledge required for their grade.

  • Commit to the Mock Exam during Term 4 – Saturday 18 October and Sunday 19 October

  • Uphold the College values while participating in all Ballet lessons.

  • It is recommended they attend one of the Holiday Workshops provided for RAD students

2025 RAD Class Awards

Class Award Costs

Grade 1: $95.00
Grade 2: $108.00
Grade 3: $113.00
Grade 4: $118.00
Grade 5: $123.00

Vocational Presentation: $60.00

Class Award Registration

Click The button below to register your daughter for the 2025 RAD Ballet Examinations by Tuesday 8 July

* Please note that students registered for the incorrect Examination will automatically be refunded.

** Refunds are not provided by the RAD after the entry date.

A Ballet examination is where a student performs the Grade Syllabus for an RAD Examiner. The examination is conducted in the Dance Studio at the College towards the end of Term 4 (date to be advised by the RAD). Students in Grades 2 and above, who are doing the two RAD Ballet classes each week, are eligible to be considered for Examination entry. The student receives a report, a certificate and an individual mark out of 100. They are awarded Distinction, Merit, Pass or Fail.

For students to reach their personal best and be considered for Examination entry in 2025, the College expects students to meet the following requirements:

• • Consistently attended the two scheduled weekly RAD Grade classes throughout the year.

  • Show commitment and focus during each lesson to build the necessary technique and syllabus knowledge required for their grade.

  • Commit to at least two private lessons held during the year or the Holiday Private Intensives

  • Attend the Holiday Workshops provided for RAD students

  • Commit to the Mock Examination during Term 4 – Saturday 18 October or Sunday 19 October

  • Uphold the College values while participating in all Ballet lessons.

2025 RAD Examinations

Examination Costs

Grade 1: $110.00
Grade 2: $120.00
Grade 3: $130.00
Grade 4: $135.00
Grade 5: $142.00

Intermediate Foundation: $180.00
Intermediate: $200.00
Advanced Foundation: $195.00

Examination Registration

Click The button below to register your daughter for the 2025 RAD Ballet Examinations by Tuesday 8 July

* Please note that students registered for the incorrect Examination will automatically be refunded.

** Refunds are not provided by the RAD after the entry date.