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Our mission is to provide the best professional training available, so that our students are fully equipped in their technique to successfully gain and sustain longevity in one of the most competitive, yet rewarding of industries. At the Academy there is a simple philosophy that is instilled from day one: hard work breeds opportunity.

At Wilkes Academy we have forged relationships with some of the leading lights in the performing arts industry, many of who have witnessed first-hand the quality of work we produce and the level of training available to young performers. These individuals and companies know the importance of a strong foundation and want to contribute in some way.
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Our mission is to provide the best professional training available, so that our students are fully equipped in their technique to successfully gain and sustain longevity in one of the most competitive, yet rewarding of industries. At the Academy there is a simple philosophy that is instilled from day one: hard work breeds opportunity.
Wilkes Academy offer a three year, full time vocational course designed to prepare you for the performing arts industry. See below for further details of our offer. Do NOT use the Wilkes Academy application form, as this is for the diploma and BTEC students only. We strive to ensure that all of our students leave with a vocational qualification in Musical Theatre and are fully equipped for a career in the most demanding of industries.
One of the most talked-about and intense performances annually is our End of Year Show, in which all of our students take part in 4 performances across 3 days. Throughout each academic year, there are a number other events and performances we take part in, and more information will be available to students as the terms progress.
Reviews (16)
David Last
David Last
Oct 21, 2021
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Maybe a nice school to go to but people go there haven’t got the brains to know we’re not to park or double park
Tracy Elwell
Tracy Elwell
Oct 24, 2020
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My daughter joined Wilkes in September and loves it, she finds it challenging and could not be happier. The staff are amazing and they put the welfare of their students first.
Sarah Cooke
Sarah Cooke
Dec 14, 2019
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Superb school the pastoral care is amazing I cannot recommend this school enough the standard is incredible and you could not have 3 more dedicated principals .
Yvette Cummings
Yvette Cummings
Dec 10, 2019
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A centre of professional excellence. Training in all areas from commercial dance, ballet, acrobatics, singing, acting, aerial and even presenting. Students leave fully equipped for life in the industry and many have found employment by the end of their third year.
Meenakshi NEsteves
Meenakshi NEsteves
Nov 15, 2019
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It was my first class ever today and I killed it and it killed me 😉. It was superb 😊. Thank you Paul, I love my gloves too. Looking forward to remaining classes.
Miss Titch
Miss Titch
Aug 15, 2019
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Fantastic performing arts academy. The student summer show and the under 16s show are amazing. All the teachers are great. Son has being going since he was 5 and he loves it still 5 years later. It is one of the best priced performing arts class around but the standard is A-MAZ-ing. My son is taught drama, singing, modern, jazz, commercial, tap and ballet here. The staff are brilliant with the children
Julie Moss
Julie Moss
Jul 06, 2019
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Errrrm,well I can say my daughter loves every day, she loves being pushed to her limits, she loves hard work, sweat and tears . Enjoys all the teachers pushing them, loves the friendships she has made, she just enjoys every single minute of every class. And just loves to learn. But also has so much fun doing what she lovesx
Bronwyn Shipley
Bronwyn Shipley
Jun 25, 2019
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A member of staff Was very rude to me and my friend at move it 2019 both trying to get to class was very crowded and considering this was our first time there we would have thought the stands would help us to feel comfortable and calm as we didn’t want to miss the classes we had payed for. Not a nice experience
Tracy Mula
Tracy Mula
Oct 01, 2018
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Very professional Academy. My daughter loves the Saturday classes and my son has been a student for 3 years enjoying every day.
David Ralph
David Ralph
Sep 26, 2018
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We send our daughter here initially last year for the Saturday morning 1 hour session, but this year for their 3 hour session. She loves it! The staff are very friendly and always helpfully, especially on those days when the kids are not sure they want to leave Mum and Dad. The yearly shows are great and it wonderful to see how far they have come in a year. Fees are reasonable, but the only way to pay is cash which is the only downside.
Dee Vaughan
Dee Vaughan
Jul 05, 2018
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Watched the end of year show. I am overwhelmed. Such talent. We are so lucky to have this in Swindon.
Lin Lancaster
Lin Lancaster
Aug 07, 2017
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My granddaughter has just finished her first year and absolutely loves it here. It has given her so much confidence and her dancing etc is incredible
Thank you keep up the good work
Lu Tyler
Lu Tyler
Jul 07, 2017
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Wow what a show ... worth the 2.5 hour journey each way to watch the amazing. Talent that is Wilkes !!! Johnathan Wilkes sat near us and the pride he showed was just incredible ... same time next year Wilkes x
Lisa Bowring
Lisa Bowring
Jul 06, 2017
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This is my first Wilkes Academy show and is one of the most enjoyable shows I have ever seen! Totally blown away… by the talent and energy and will most definitely be back next year! The students should be so proud of themselves, excellent job
Gaynor Moreton
Gaynor Moreton
Jul 06, 2017
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Always blown away by the exceptional talent in the end of year shows - this year definitely surpassed all others! Well done everyone - you seriously need to charge more for those tickets!!!
Samantha Jarvis
Samantha Jarvis
Jul 05, 2017
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An amazing show last night from all the Wilkes Academy students. Huge congratulations to all the fabulous teachers and to Jonny, Nikki and Suzanne. The show was truly inspirational.