GB Creative Academy

21/08/2026

🎪 ENROLMENT IS NOW OPEN! 🎪

Applications are now open for our Full-Time Level 2 Extended Diploma in Circus & Aerial Arts, starting November 2026 at GB Circus & Aerial School!

If you’re passionate about aerial and circus and would love to make specialist training part of your education, this could be the course for you.

Our full-time programme combines qualification work with practical, industry-focused training including:

🎪 Aerial Arts – hoop, silks, trapeze & more
🤹 Circus Skills – juggling, stilts, poi, unicycle, diabolo & object manipulation
🤸 Acrobatics
💃 Contemporary Dance & Movement
📚 Theory & Qualification Work
🎭 Performance & creative development

🎓 COURSE DETAILS

⭐ Level 2 Extended Diploma in Circus & Aerial Arts
⭐ Equivalent to 3 GCSEs
⭐ Full-time specialist programme
⭐ Ages 14+
⭐ £75 per week
⭐ Starts November 2026
⭐ Completing July 2027
⭐ Progression pathway towards Level 3 training

This is more than sitting in a classroom working towards a qualification. Students will be training, creating, developing new skills and performing while building the foundations for further study and a future within circus and the performing arts.

🎪 READY TO APPLY?

Complete our registration form today to register your interest and begin the enrolment process:

👉 https://forms.gle/A1GiSDghTFYfQPv9A

📍 GB Circus & Aerial School, Maltby, Rotherham
📧 [email protected]

Places are limited – enrolment for November is OPEN NOW!

Train. Create. Perform. Progress.

21/08/2026

🎪 ENROLMENT IS NOW OPEN! 🎪

⭐ PART-TIME LEVEL 2 EXTENDED DIPLOMA – CIRCUS & AERIAL PATHWAY ⭐

Applications are officially OPEN for our November 2026 intake!

Designed for students from Year 9 and above, our 2-year part-time course allows young people to gain an additional nationally recognised qualification while continuing with their usual school education.

🎓 Equivalent to 3 GCSEs
📅 Commencing November 2026
⏰ 2-year part-time course
🎪 Approximately 5 hours per week
💷 £35 per week
⭐ For students from Year 9 and above

STILL AT SCHOOL?

Perfect! The course has been designed so students can complete their Level 2 Extended Diploma alongside their school GCSEs, gaining additional qualifications while developing their circus, aerial and performance training.

OLDER OR NO LONGER AT SCHOOL?

You can also complete the course as a standalone qualification, making it a fantastic option for students looking for a specialist performing arts pathway.

Students will train across areas including:

🎪 Aerial Silks & Hoop
🎪 Trapeze
🤸 Acrobatics & Floor Skills
🤹 Circus Skills
🎭 Performance & Creative Development
⭐ Professional & Industry Skills

AND THERE'S A PROGRESSION ROUTE...

Successful completion of Level 2 can lead onto our Level 3 Circus & Aerial pathway, supporting progression towards higher education, professional circus and performing arts training, teaching, coaching and careers within the entertainment industry.

📣 ENROLMENT IS OPEN NOW!

Interested in joining us? Complete our Registration of Interest Form below and we'll be in touch with further information about the course and enrolment.

👉 REGISTER YOUR INTEREST:
https://forms.gle/fhJRxhtZWBPaThbv7

📧 [email protected]
📞 01709 816876

🎪 Train your passion. Gain your qualification. Build your future.

16/08/2026

🎪 NEW PART-TIME LEVEL 2 EXTENDED DIPLOMA – CIRCUS & AERIAL PATHWAY 🎪

COMMENCING NOVEMBER 2026 | 2-YEAR PART-TIME COURSE

Want to gain an extra qualification alongside school without giving up your GCSE studies?

Our NEW Part-Time Level 2 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts – Circus & Aerial Pathway has been specifically designed for students who want to access specialist circus and aerial training alongside their usual education.

⭐ FROM YEAR 9 AND ABOVE
📚 EQUIVALENT TO 3 GCSEs
📅 COMPLETED PART-TIME OVER 2 YEARS
⏰ Approximately 5 hours per week – after school
💷 £35 per week
🎪 Commencing November 2026

STILL AT SCHOOL?

Perfect! Students can complete the 2-year part-time course alongside their school GCSEs, giving them the opportunity to gain the equivalent of 3 additional GCSEs while continuing their normal school education.

OLDER OR NO LONGER AT SCHOOL?

You can join us too! The course can also be completed as a standalone qualification, making it ideal for older students who want to develop their circus, aerial and performing arts training without enrolling on a full-time course.

WHAT WILL YOU TRAIN IN?

✨ Aerial Silks
✨ Aerial Hoop
✨ Trapeze
✨ Acrobatics & Floor Skills
✨ Circus Skills
✨ Performance & Creative Development
✨ Choreography & Creating Performance
✨ Professional Skills

🎓 AND THERE'S A PROGRESSION ROUTE...

After completing the Level 2 Extended Diploma, students will have the opportunity to progress onto our Part-Time Level 3 Circus & Aerial pathway, providing a clear route towards advanced training, higher education and careers within circus and the wider performing arts industry.

This is a fantastic opportunity for young people who love circus and aerial to make their training count towards a recognised qualification – without having to choose between their school education and specialist training.

🎪 TRAIN. ACHIEVE. PROGRESS. FLY HIGHER.

📩 Applications are now open for our November 2026 intake.

📧 [email protected]
📞 01709 816876

15/08/2026

🎪 NEW FOR NOVEMBER 2026 – GB CIRCUS SCHOOL 🎪

LEVEL 2 EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN CIRCUS & AERIAL ARTS

Turn your passion for circus and aerial arts into a recognised qualification!

GB Circus School is recruiting for our full-time Level 2 Extended Diploma in Circus & Aerial Arts, commencing November 2026 and completing in July 2027.

Designed for students aged 14+, this specialist programme combines practical circus and aerial training with a Level 2 Extended Diploma worth the equivalent of 3 GCSEs.

⭐ Full-Time Programme
⭐ 10 hours of specialist training per week
⭐ £75 per week
⭐ Level 2 Extended Diploma – equivalent to 3 GCSEs
⭐ November 2026 – July 2027
⭐ Ages 14+
⭐ Specialist circus and aerial training

Students will develop their skills across a range of disciplines, including:

🎪 Aerial Silks
🎪 Aerial Hoop
🎪 Trapeze
🎪 Rope
🎪 Acrobatics & Tumbling
🎪 Juggling & Circus Skills
🎪 Performance & Production

Whether you already train in aerial, dance, gymnastics or performance, or you're looking for a completely different educational pathway, this course offers the opportunity to develop your skills within a specialist circus training environment while working towards a recognised qualification.

Our Level 2 programme is also designed to create a clear progression pathway into Level 3 training, allowing students to continue developing towards further education, professional circus training and careers within the performing arts industry.

📍 GB Circus School – Maltby, Rotherham

🎪 ENROLMENT NOW OPEN FOR NOVEMBER 2026

Interested in finding out more? Get in touch with us to discuss the course and arrange a visit.

📧 [email protected]
📞 01709 816876

Train. Perform. Achieve.

Your future in circus starts here.

14/08/2026

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR LEVEL 3 STUDENTS! 🎉

We are incredibly proud to announce that every student in this year’s cohort has successfully passed their BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Extended Diploma! 🌟

This is a fantastic achievement and a true reflection of the hard work, dedication and determination you have all shown throughout the course.

It has been a privilege to watch you grow in confidence, develop as performers and support one another along the way. You should all be so proud of everything you have achieved—we certainly are!

Congratulations to the entire cohort. We can’t wait to see where your talent and ambition take you next! 💜

07/08/2026

🎭 HOME EDUCATION PERFORMING ARTS – SEPTEMBER 2026 ENROLMENT NOW OPEN!

GB Creative Academy | Maltby

We're excited to welcome both new and returning students to our Home Education Performing Arts Programme, starting Monday 7th September 2026.

Our classes are designed specifically for home-educated children, providing a fun, friendly and supportive environment where students can build confidence, develop new skills and make lasting friendships.

📅 6-Week Block
🗓 Starts: Monday 7th September 2026
🗓 Runs for 6 weeks

📅 Monday Timetable

🎭 Musical Theatre
🕚 11:00am – 11:30am
💷 £3

Learn singing, acting and performance skills in a fun and engaging class.

💃 Street Dance
🕦 11:30am – 12:00pm
💷 £3

A high-energy class featuring a variety of dance styles, designed to improve fitness, coordination and confidence.

🎪 Aerial – Hoop & Silks
🕛 12:00pm – 1:00pm
💷 £6

Develop strength, flexibility and confidence while learning exciting aerial skills on hoop and silks.

📅 Thursday Timetable

🎪 Aerial – Hoop & Silks
🕜 1:30pm – 2:30pm
💷 £6

📍 Venue:
The Gillian Banks Theatre School
Grange Lane (rear of TSB Bank)
Maltby, Rotherham, S66 7DA

💳 Classes are booked as a 6-week block and paid for in advance.

✨ If you're new and would like to try a class before committing, please get in touch—we'd be delighted to arrange this during the first week where spaces are available.

📝 Register here:

🔗 https://forms.gle/cWKdLb8WDagYrK4T8

For more information, please contact:

📧 [email protected]
📱 07809 372235 / 01709 816876

Come and discover a love of performing arts with GB Creative Academy—we'd love to welcome you this September! 💜

01/08/2026

🎪 A NEW WAY TO LEARN. A NEW WAY TO PERFORM. A NEW WAY TO ACHIEVE.

Imagine gaining a nationally recognised qualification while spending your days training in aerial arts, circus performance and creative practice.

Introducing the Circus & Aerial BTEC Level 2 at Gillian Banks Creative Academy – an exciting vocational course designed for young people who want to learn differently and turn their passion into their future.

✨ Perfect for:
🎪 Home Educated Students (Aged 14+)
🎓 School Leavers (16+) looking for an exciting further education pathway

Throughout the course you'll develop:
🎭 Professional performance skills
🎪 Aerial Silks, Hoop, Trapeze and Circus Arts
💪 Strength, flexibility and confidence
🎬 Creative and choreographic skills
📚 A nationally recognised BTEC qualification
🌟 Real performance opportunities and industry experience

Whether your dream is to perform professionally, progress to Level 3 study, university, teaching, coaching or simply develop your skills in a supportive and inspiring environment, this course provides the perfect next step.

⭐ Why choose us?
• The North of England's specialist Circus & Aerial programme
• Small class sizes
• Specialist coaches
• Purpose-built aerial facilities
• Clear progression pathways
• Supportive learning environment

📅 Applications for September 2026 are now open
⚠️ Places are limited.

If you're looking for an education that inspires creativity, builds confidence and develops real-life skills, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Message us for more information or to arrange an informal chat about joining our September intake.

08/04/2026

BOOK NOW TO SECURE YOUR PLACE!

🎭 HOME EDUCATION PERFORMING ARTS – TERM 3 ENROLMENT NOW OPEN 🎭

GB Creative Academy | Maltby

We’re excited to announce Term 3 of our Home Education Performing Arts Programme, with a fresh new timetable and more variety for students to enjoy ✨

Perfect for home-educated children who love to move, perform, and build confidence in a fun, supportive environment.

📅 Thursday Timetable (Term 3)

💃 Dance Class (Various styles, fun & fitness)
🕛 12:00 – 12:45pm
💷 £4.50

🎭 Musical Theatre (Acting, singing & a little dance)
🕧 12:45 – 1:30pm
💷 £4.50

🎪 Aerial – Hoop & Silks
🕜 1:30 – 2:30pm
💷 £6

✨ Children can attend one class or multiple sessions

📆 6-week block (paid upfront)
📍 Location: GB Creative Academy, Maltby
🎟 Limited spaces available

📝 Register Your Child

🔗 https://forms.gle/cUSdMwxoSDDoaCsx8

Once registered, we’ll be in touch with booking and payment details.

📩 For enquiries, please message us or email:
[email protected]

We’d love to welcome you to our Home Education community this term 💜