Helen Fowles | Miss Helen

Focal Pointe Principal

As school principal I believe it is important to teach every student.  I pride myself on creating a friendly environment, where every child is noticed, each encouraged to fulfil their individual potential and simply enjoy dance. I began dancing at three-years-old and dance has been my passion ever since.  
I studied at SLP College Leeds for three years, where I completed my Performance Diploma and was also awarded teaching qualifications in RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) and ISTD (Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing).
I was then invited, as one of only two graduates, to take a prestigious teaching position at an international dance school in Tokyo, Japan.  During an exciting and influential two years, I developed my teaching skills and I also performed in a number of large productions in and around Tokyo.  It was an inspiring experience.
On my return home to Worcester, I opened Focal Pointe Dance School. 
My objective remains the same: to inspire and hopefully instil aspirations as well as enjoyment in all my students.

Rhiannon Clarke | Miss Rhiannon

Dance Teacher

I have a passion for teaching and nurturing students of all ages and abilities and aim to create an environment where every child can reach their full potential. ​I love to be creative in my approach to teaching and am always looking for a way to further my own knowledge to benefit my students.
I began dancing at Kirsty Purvis School of Dance at age 4 and as a teenager,  became a dance class assistant to the younger students. This is where I realised my love of dance teaching! At the age of 18, I went on to study at Preston’s College Dance where I achieved a First-Class BA (Hons) in Dance Performance, Teaching and Choreography and achieved my dance teaching qualifications and vocational exams.  I currently hold my ISTD Diploma in Dance Education (DDE) in Imperial Classical Ballet, Tap Dance, and Modern Theatre as well as my Advanced 2 qualifications in these genres. I have also achieved Registered Teacher Status with the Royal Academy of Dance and RAD Advanced 2 ballet with Distinction. 

Jessica Knight

Guest Teacher

Jessica Knight - Guest Teacher

Jess studied at Focal Pointe participating in a wide variety of classes before furthering her training at Ignite Dance Centre in Kidderminster. She is currently studying for a degree in Dance at Creative Academy in Slough. Jess keeps in touch with her roots at Focal Pointe and regularly comes back to teach exciting and engaging workshops to all ages.  

Assistant Teachers

Some of our senior dancers volunteer in classes as part of completing their Duke of Edinburgh qualification. These students assist Miss Helen and Miss Rhiannon with lessons, working closely with children that need additional support and helping with the general management of the class. Many of these students continue helping with classes beyond their required hours and form a lovely bond with the children. You will also see them on stage helping with the younger students! 
​We are very grateful for our fantastic assistant teachers at Focal Pointe!

Miss Olivia, Miss Piper, Miss Daisy, Miss Elena, Miss Nina, Miss Holly & Miss Katherine after assisting at the last dance show