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Inspire Your Teaching with Stageschool
This September, performing arts teachers have a new home in Stageschool, bringing all RSL performing arts qualifications together in one place. Explore the brand-new Street & Commercial Dance syllabus, the Level 3 Performance Showcase Certificate for aspiring performers, and our revamped Professional Diplomas that recognise advanced skills in both teaching and performance. Fresh pathways, flexible qualifications, and real recognition for creativity.
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STAGESCHOOL – Bridging the gap between education and industry
What began as PAA has now evolved into Stageschool by RSL Awards: a new home for performing arts education. Built on the strong foundation of PAA, Stageschool brings together the same trusted qualifications in Musical Theatre, Dance, Acting and Speech, now under a bold new identity designed to reflect the future of the performing arts.
Stageschool is more than a rebrand. It’s a commitment to nurturing talent through inclusive pathways, stronger industry connections, and fresh opportunities for every performer. From early steps on stage to preparing for a professional career, Stageschool provides the confidence, skills, and recognition that today’s students need.
With the values of creativity, excellence, community, and accessibility at its core, Stageschool honours the legacy of PAA while opening a new chapter for performing arts teachers and learners.
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All new Street & Commercial Dance Qualifications!
Take your dance journey further with Stageschool’s Street & Commercial Dance qualifications, developed with Solange Urdang OBE and leading professionals in the field. These exams combine technical precision with the freedom of freestyle, giving dancers the chance to showcase individuality while building confidence, skill, and stage presence.
Fully accredited and carrying UCAS points at higher grades, Street & Commercial Dance exams celebrate artistry and open pathways into further study and the performing arts industry.
What’s new this September?
Supporting Music & Performing Arts Learning
Level 3 Certificate
A regulated qualification that recognises the vital role of supporting younger or less experienced learners in the classroom. Perfect for teaching assistants, volunteers, or those considering a career in teaching, this Level 3 Certificate provides formal recognition of achievement and carries UCAS points.
Performance Showcase
Level 3 Certificate
For learners who have reached Grade 8 standard, this qualification offers the chance to design and deliver an extended solo performance around a personal theme. A natural next step before Diplomas or higher education, it gives performers the platform to evidence their skills and individuality.
Musical Theatre
Bring together acting, singing, and movement in a qualification that builds confidence, stage presence, and versatility for performers of all ages.
Street & Commercial Dance
Develop technique and creative expression in one of today’s most exciting dance styles, with a syllabus created alongside leading industry professionals.
Jazz Dance
Master the foundations of jazz technique while exploring performance, style, and musicality in a qualification that challenges and inspires.
Acting
A qualification that sharpens dramatic skills, from voice and movement to character work, giving students the tools to perform with confidence and authenticity.
Screen Acting
Tailored to the screen, this pathway helps performers adapt their craft for film and television, developing the skills needed for camera-based performance.
Public Speaking
Build confidence, clarity, and impact in spoken communication. Perfect for students looking to develop presentation skills for education, performance, or future careers.
Musical Theatre
Bring together acting, singing, and movement in a qualification that builds confidence, stage presence, and versatility for performers of all ages.
Street & Commercial Dance
Develop technique and creative expression in one of today’s most exciting dance styles, with a syllabus created alongside leading industry professionals.
Jazz Dance
Master the foundations of jazz technique while exploring performance, style, and musicality in a qualification that challenges and inspires.
Acting
A qualification that sharpens dramatic skills, from voice and movement to character work, giving students the tools to perform with confidence and authenticity.
Screen Acting
Tailored to the screen, this pathway helps performers adapt their craft for film and television, developing the skills needed for camera-based performance.
Public Speaking
Build confidence, clarity, and impact in spoken communication. Perfect for students looking to develop presentation skills for education, performance, or future careers.
Performance Awards
A Stage for Every Performer
The RSL Performance Awards are designed to give every performer the chance to shine. Open to individuals, duos, groups, and ensembles, these unregulated awards celebrate creativity and expression across music, dance, acting, and musical theatre. With complete freedom of repertoire, performers can showcase favourite pieces, original work, or new interpretations that reflect their unique style.
Successful candidates receive Bronze, Silver, or Gold recognition, marking their growth and achievement at every stage. Backed by professional adjudicators and part of a global, inclusive community, Performance Awards offer both recognition and real feedback, helping performers gain confidence, build experience, and take pride in their artistry.
Full-Time Performing Arts Qualifications
Maximise your centres resources and expertise!
Design great teaching and learning experiences with RSL Awards.
RSL’s suite of Vocational Qualifications in Performing Arts from Levels 1–5 offer a flexible approach to delivery, providing a solid structure upon which to tailor your teaching and enable all-important creativity in qualification content. There are a range of qualifications sizes available with each suite, and 100s of units available to transform curriculum offerings. Our VQs are suited to the kind of portfolio careers that dominate the Creative Industries.
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