
Weekly classes in singing, acting, and dance for ages 5-18! Whether you are new to performing arts or are already training in the industry, these classes cater to everyone's needs and abilities. Performing Arts is known for building confidence, social skills, and life skills, which is a huge part of TPA Institute. Our classes aim to guide, and bring out the best in our students, whether that's to have confidence speaking in front of others, to understand emotions of their own and others around them, or to learn core skills, develop strong performance techniques, and move into the performing arts industry.
Performance skills include vocal projection, acting for theatre, voice control in singing, improvisation, stage presence, dance and movement, and so much more! You can also expect to find innovative, fun, exercises that build teamwork, communication, and creativity. Our ethos is Quality, Consistency, and Nurture - we are a welcoming and encouraging theatre school that strives to give students the best experience.
Our staff are all qualified in the field of Performing Arts, fully DBS checked, staff trained, and with lots of passion to inspire young minds in the world of Performing Arts.
Our classes run during the week day evenings for either our 1 hour specialist classes or our Friday Evening Performing Arts School which include a mix of singing, dance and drama
One term a year will be dedicated to learning demonstration material, which will result in a showcase for family and friends at the end of the term
Every year includes a full production, a wonderful opportunity to take part in a staged show, including costume, lighting, sound and staging
Pay monthly, giving the option to spread out costs. Prices from just £10 per hour
20% Sibling Discount
For those who love singing, we provide staged opportunities every Christmas to sing solos, duets and group songs
When enrolling with TPA Institute you get a one week free trial to be sure this is the right class for your child
Fridays (term time only)
2.5 hours
5pm - 7:30pm
Ages 6 - 18
Split age groups
In depth teaching of singing, dance, and drama, over three classes, and across multiple genres. Building performance skills, community, and confidence
Location: Prior Park College, BA2 5AH
£25 per session
Try a one week free trial!
Fridays (term time only)
50 minutes
5pm - 5:50pm
Ages 5 - 7
Singing, dance, and drama with multiple genres, in a fun and engaging setting
(Ages 6+ can join either our Performing Arts Junior Class OR the full Performing Arts School)
Location: Prior Park College, BA2 5AH
£10 per session
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Thursdays (term time only)
1 hour
5:15pm - 6:15pm
Ages 6 - 9
A full mix of singing, dance and drama, in the style of Musical Theatre and Musical Performance
Location: The Paragon School, BA2 4LT
£12 per session
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Thursdays (term time only)
1 hour
6:15pm - 7:15pm
Ages 9 - 12
A full mix of singing, dance and drama, in the style of Musical Theatre and Musical Performance
Location: The Paragon School, BA2 4LT
£12 per session
Try a one week free trial!
Thursdays (term time only)
1 hour
6:15pm - 7:15pm
Ages 12 - 18
Acting technique for theatre and film, plus vocals across multiple genres
Location: The Paragon School, BA2 4LT
£12 per session
Try a one week free trial!

We're lucky to have our Friday Performing Arts School run at the wonderful Prior Park College, equipped with a fully functioning theatre, a dance studio, a music chapel, and a drama room. Plus free on sight parking - a real bonus!
Our Thursday Musical Theatre, Acting, and Singing Classes take place at The Paragon School, which is situated just a walk away from Bath Spa train station. With the opening of a brand new events space, multiple rooms, and a park for children to play after class, we enjoy every classes here! Parking included.
Our school holiday workshops take place at King Edwards School, situated in Bathwick. This amazing venue offers the Rose studios; fully equipped dance and drama studios, and Wroughton Theatre. Free on site parking included.
Carley has been amazing with my 6 year old daughter, she has learnt soo much and has thoroughly enjoyed her lessons ... thank you for all your hard work.
Carley has been a great help to is in finding a theatre class for our primary school daughter! She's not into instruments - just wants to sing! Unfortunately her school doesn't provide lessons as it would for say trumpet so we had to search ourselves. Daughter can't wait for her classes and it's really giving her confidence and bringing out her voice!
Carley has taught both my girls for the last year - lovely lady and really helped improved both girls technique. Very adaptable to manage my child's cognitive issues following an injury as well. Can highly recommend.
Carley has worked with my daughter leading up to her school production and made a great impact in a short space of time. She is clearly very knowledgeable both as a singer herself and also as a teacher. My daughter performed with great confidence and enjoyment - we will certainly be continuing with lessons with Carley and would highly recommend her to others looking for lessons.
Dealing with Carley has been an absolute pleasure. She has been wonderful with our granddaughter as it not always easy to inspire teenagers. Carley took the time to find out about her , the things that she liked and to connect with her. It certainly worked because our granddaughter is happy , inspired and absolutely loves her classes. Apart from being an amazing singer and teacher she is a beautiful human being.
Finding Carley's classes for our granddaughter was one of the best things that we did. Thank you Carley
My seven year old daughter absolutely loves her weekly lessons with Carley. The lessons are always fun, engaging and focus on developing an understanding of the core vocal skills, alongside building up a repertoire of songs. Carley is an excellent teacher; she is very personable and patient. It’s been lovely to see my daughter improve and grow in confidence over the past year, while always having fun. I couldn’t recommend highly enough
07427612232 General Enquiries: info@theperformingartsinstitute.co.uk Principle: carley@theperformingartsinstitute.co.uk
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