The size of classes is a popular discussion these days and all of the positives seem to go to smaller classes. Smaller classes give the teachers a better chance of getting to know the students and to see when they aren’t fully grasping some aspect of the skill they are attempting to learn.
Students and especially young children work at different paces. Large classes like this are difficult for them, as they can often have enormous pressure to try to keep up with the rest of the class. Pressure on children at this age can set them up for life long problems.
Large classes can also make a child feel like a nonentity. Any creative skill they may have, gets completely lost in the crowd. Dance is a very creative form of art and it is a shame for your child to lose their creativity just because of a poor choice of school. Many children have the ability to be very creative at this age, but if it is crushed by the wrong learning environment they may never get it back.
These days, the quality dance schools have smaller classes, which are a much better suited to the needs of young children. In fact, this mantra is being repeated across all learning institutions who desire quality outcomes. This is where the science of teaching shows out in an organization. You can bet a dance school that still employs large class sizes is one that is run by non-professionals. Small classes are:
The security: A young person needs the security of a small class. The atmosphere is more like that that they will experience at home and this helps them to feel relaxed and makes learning more efficient.
More conducive to diverse learning challenges. Your child will not have to be trying to catch up all of the time and can easily have any questions answered. Smaller classes cater for students with different learning needs and the teacher is able to get to know your child.
More likely to create a friendly atmosphere so your child will make friends easier. Bonds are built between teacher and students because they are working so closely together. They become like a family and support each other.
Able to better facilitate learning, allowing concentration on what the teacher is conveying to them. Smaller classes offer fewer distractions.
Better screening of students: because the classes are smaller, class enrolment is limited. This means there is better screening of students and more children will be dedicated to success and really want to learn to dance. There will be less distraction for your child and they will learn faster.
Good dance schools are hard to find because of the sheer quantity of unprofessional organizations out there. If your child is serious about dance lessons, placing them into a large class with children who aren’t serious about staying there long is the worst option you can take. Small classes with the intimacy to produce a secure and comfortable environment will allow your child to get the most out of their dance experience.
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