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Emma Willis-RichardsTeacher Testimonial

“I would highly recommend Leyla as an employer. I learnt so much from the thorough training she gave me, building my confidence as a dance teacher. All of my lesson plans were thoroughly planned in advance, with video guidance to follow which allowed me to go into my lessons feeling fully prepared. As an employer, Leyla offered constant support and guidance and I couldn’t recommend her more.”

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Head TeacherFosters Primary

“I have known Leyla Downton for many years as Headteacher at Fosters Primary School, Welling. During my years of contact with her, I have always found that she has operated in her capacity of Dance/Yoga/Drama teacher to the very highest of professional standards.”

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Sarah HarrisonHead Teacher Pound Park Nursery

“Leyla and her team are extremely professional, passionate and dedicated to delivering a unique experience for young children. Boogie Tots sessions have certainly contributed to the children in our school becoming more confident, creative, and skilful in speaking and listening. Learning to dance in this fun and supportive way with Leyla assessing each week exactly what the children need has resulted in all children making progress especially those with additional physical needs.”

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Head TeacherFosters Primary School

“Leyla prepares and delivers excellent lessons which fully engage the children she is teaching. She has great enthusiasm for her subject and this is transferred across to the pupils. Children respect her and her sessions have a good pace an are well-controlled. Behaviour management is very good. She would add value to any school setting with the skills she would bring.”

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Claire HarrisonHead Teacher

“Leyla and her team have been working across our federation of schools- both primary and secondary – for many years. Leyla has been able to plan and deliver dance lessons to a whole range of year groups which support our curriculum provision across key stages. Her sessions are very popular with our pupils and we always receive lots of positive feedback from our pupils, their parents and our staff
Leyla is extremely professional and delivers a service with children at the heart of all she does. I would wholeheartedly recommend Leyla’s Dance to any school.”

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Mary MurphyHead Teacher

“Miss Leyla has been an amazing dance teacher at St Patrick’s School for over ten years; teaching the national curriculum in dance.
The children love her highly inclusive lessons and in termly concerts she leads the children in ‘show-stopping’ routines to the delight of parents and the whole school community.”

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Shelley MeredithDance Teacher

“I was employed by Leyla for two years. I ran her popular Musical Theatre after school clubs at various primary schools across the South East and more recently, Leyla’s ballet classes, preparing the children for their upcoming grade exams.
I loved working for Leyla. She was hugely supportive and always happy to help in any way that was needed. Her work ethic is something I really admire. She works so hard and is so invested in the wellbeing of the children she teaches. Her classes always has the right mixture of fun, hard work and discipline. Children love her!
Leyla’s team of teachers matters to her. She is always there if you have questions or queries re a class session. She encourages you to give 100% in your classes and truly leads by example. She offers support in all situations. I can personally attest to this. Nothing is too much trouble. She is warm, kind and caring. All in all, Leyla Downton is a wonderful person to work for.”

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SaraTeacher

“Thank-you for the opportunity to be a part of Leyla’a Dance Company. Your support as an employer has been unmatched and I am very thankful for all the training and support to ensure the success of the classes.
I love being a part of Leyla’s Dance Company and providing children who may not otherwise have access to quality dance classes the change to succeed and enjoy dancing and musical theatre.”