Meet the founder
Good Toes School of Ballet was established 12 years ago by Olivia Boda, an ex-professional ballet and jazz dancer trained at the renowned Rambert School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance.
Throughout her professional career, she toured extensively in Europe and the UK with the Vienna Festival Ballet and various freelance choreographers. Olivia undertook teaching exams at the RAD on their Professional Dancers’ Teaching Diploma course, becoming a qualified and registered RAD teacher.
Since then, she has been sharing her knowledge, experience, and passion for dance with local children and young people.
Over the past 12 years, GTSB has grown significantly, offering classes for students of all ages. The school supports students in various pursuits, including applying for vocational schools and performance companies, achieving GCSE standards in dance, pursuing Duke of Edinburgh awards, and preparing for RAD and BBO dance exams. In the last five years GTSB has helped 3 students become Junior Associates at the Royal Ballet School and we now have alumni studying at White Lodge (Royal Ballet Junior School).
We are pleased to announce that in the summer of 2024 Olivia began tutoring trainee dance teachers the principles and practices of teaching classical ballet for the Royal Academy of Dance on their Certificate of Dance Teaching course.
Additionally, GTSB provides dance education at two schools and seven nurseries and has expertise in teaching VIP children.
Discover Good Toes School of Ballet
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
At Good Toes School of Ballet, we believe that ballet is not only a beautiful art form, but also a way to develop discipline, focus, and self-confidence. We strive to create a positive and nurturing learning environment that encourages our students to explore their creativity and express themselves through dance.
Our Teachers
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy
Our experienced and passionate teachers are dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential. They have trained and performed with some of the world's most renowned ballet companies, and bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our school.
Our Curriculum
Our Philosophy
Our Curriculum
We offer a comprehensive and well-rounded dance curriculum that is based on RAD Classical Ballet, Rambert Contemporary and BBO Tap. Our classes focus on developing technique, musicality, and artistry, and are designed to challenge and inspire our students at every level.