Top 30 Best Acting schools near me in London

“I enrolled my girls in YPS for the acting classes and they also took part in the Accent Masterclass later on. Various professionals were brought in through the duration of the term to work with the children also and I can honestly say that my daughters acting skills have improved tremendously, I’ve watched them grow in confidence and they’re at a point in their lives where they feel they can actually take on any role. Lily is such a treasure. You can tell that she has a genuine passion for what she does and as such is heavily invested in each cild, this is evident in the way she lovingly encourages them to put in their best in order to reach their full potential. I’d recommend anyone who has a child that is interested in acting to enroll them at YPS. Location is not a deterrent as there are online classes (which my girls were a part of). Oh, I have to mention this…the montage sent to the parents at the end of the term was amazing! I felt like I was seeing my girls in a movie :)”

“Andriana is an excellent teacher and strives to steadily improve the children's performance levels in a constructive and friendly manner. Session feedback is always prompt even during remote lessons which helps facilitate improvements for the next lesson. Andriana's methods have secured consistently high exam results with distinctions and high merits earned. The skills being learned by the children will be invaluable for the years to come.”

“Centre Stage is home from home, it's a place that enriches the lives of children and young adults. I have 2 sons that have been a part of Centre stage from the age of 4, my eldest is now in his late twenties and my youngest has recently turned 16. Centre stage has been an amazing platform for them both, they have developed with confidence not only in the world of Performing Arts, Dance, and music, but knowing who they are and striving to be their better self. I'm proud as a parent to be a part of Centre Stage family, none of this would be possible without the owner Carole Oshea, she has a carefully selected dedicated Team / staff you makes every child feel worthy and able irrespective of race, colour, disability etc. Her Team are an absolute inspiration to our children, their patience and passion for what they do so well is a testament to their commitment. Every child takes front of stage and has an important part to play. I would encourage any child to be a part of such a unique establishment. I'm a parent that has witnessed the talent that has be born from Centre Stage many moving on to Television, Theatre, etc. both in the UK and abroad, I myself have sat in the cinema and watched my son on the big screen. None of this would have been possible without Centre Stage. I would like to thank Centre Stage for the love, kindness and nurturing that so many children have been afforded during the many classes and productions which they have taken part in, our children have received a true blessing and will go on to be positive children of the future. Valerie-Rose ❤”

“My daughter really enjoys attending the school, she’s always made to feel welcome and part of the school and always has fun. The staff are very supportive and professional and always cater to my daughters special needs. Would definitely recommend this class to any children looking to develop their performing arts abilities.”

“My Daughter has attended the Stadium Theatre school since she was 4 years old & it now 12. This school is place the kids can be themselves & gain confidence in all aspects of theatre. My daughter has grown so much & has gone onto perform in West end shows. Would absolutely recommend this theatre school.”

“We have been consistently impressed with the Leanne Edwards School. Our daughter has trialed and is now a regular at a number classes and enjoys every minute. The teachers are great with the children and patient with us adults with all our questions! It's been a difficult year through covid restrictions but the school has kept the children engaged and moving and have always put the childrens safety first as everyone is now back together. We highly recommend.”

“Lisa and the Starmakerz team are enthusiastic and build such a positive musical theatre environment for their students! Such a wonderful school for your little ones to be apart of!”

“My daughter has been attending Pop Gems since the age of 3 years and it has been a great confidence builder for her, she has made great friends and had amazing opportunities to perform in a theatre. They are a great team of teachers who encourage the best out of all the children. They have been amazing with the communication throughout Covid-19, keeping parents and students up to date with changes and recommendations for all to return safely. I have been confident in the return to studios knowing they are going above and beyond to keep everyone safe and up to date with the every changing regulations and guidelines. The Popgems family is warm, accomodating and understanding. A perfect first time social extracurricular that im grateful my daughter is part of.”

“I love attending PPAS every Sunday. Not only I enjoy assisting the kids but also enjoy dancing and performing on stage too. I want to say a massive thank you to all the Choreographers that taught me they are all so talented. PPAS has set my foundation with dance and love to see my progress. My Journey with dance is just amazing. I also enjoy the adults singing and drama over the years I attended. I started dancing with PPAS summer 2018 to present. Its my little dance family. Here is to many more years to come and many more performances!!!!!”

“Hands down one of the most engaging dance groups I have found. My twins are only 3 and loving every minute of their Saturday mornings filled with dance, singing and drama. The team here take the time to get to know the kids. I love getting their video’s - it is a fun way to celebrate their achievements. Well done to all!”

“I can't speak highly enough about Rachel and her team at Spotlight Dance & Theatre School. My girls have been involved with Spotlight since they were young, attending the Friday classes (with some great presentations at the end of the term to see what the kids have learnt and how they are progressing). My girls are now older and attend the Saturday morning classes and they love them. They thrive on the opportunity to perform and look forward to the Musical performances and can't wait for this year's show (having missed out on live performances during the Pandemic). Their confidence has soared from the encouragement from Rachel and her team and to see them up on stage makes us all proud! Well done Spotlight!”

“We have only been with Razzamataz for one week but I have to say that from the first phone call to the first class, everyone has been fantastic. The communication has been amazing and the staff are wonderful. Elsie absolutely loved her first class and cannot wait for the next one. She has been signing and dancing everyday since and her confidence already is really lovely to see. Thank you to all that has made that happen. we both cant wait for what's to come :)”

“If you're serious about the craft of acting, then you should try the Meisner technique at least once in your life. I trained at one of the UK’s top drama schools, but since working with Robyn I’ve been able to access whole new levels of truth and emotional connection in my work. Robyn is an incredibly dedicated, passionate and gifted teacher who trained at the Neighbourhood Playhouse in NY and teaches the authentic Meisner approach. Classes are a safe friendly environment where you’ll be held to account in every moment of your work, and never allowed to settle for the general or untruthful. If you’re in doubt, give it a try - if I had my way every drama school in the country would have Meisner as its foundation!”

“Achieve is absolutely wonderful. Karen and all the staff are just so nurturing. Their enthusiasm and spirit just shines in every child who they teach. My child just loves every minute of their classes and the showcase last year was a magical moment. 100% recommend!”

“All 3 of my children absolutely LOVE PSSA! The classes are varied, engaging and fun- The children always finish on such a high after class. We have recommended the school to all our friends! The staff are so friendly and welcoming too. We are so glad we found PSSA! Thank you ❤️”

“Inspiration, proximity, vibration, humanity..thank you so very much for everything. I found more than expected with you professionally and personally as well, Iñigo, you're such a great teacher and such a marvellous person, I recommend you with all the confidence and with all my heart, a life changing experience!”

“Richard has created the most amazing space to ease the process of self taping for actors. STAC has been my go-to for over 4 years now. You prep better , the quality is beyond and Richard gets the best out of you do you leave feeling happy with the work you’ve produced. For any actor based in London STAC is a must.”

“Drama school was great experience for me. The acting lessons with Konstantinos are one the next level. Definitely recommend !”

“I started taking classes with Benjamin in order to prepare for my drama school auditions and due to his hard work, I have received offers from NYU, Pace univeristy, AMDA and Marymount manhattan! Benjamin is an incredibly talented and passionate coach, with whom it is always a pleasure to work with. When I first started taking class with him, I knew very little about how to perform shakespeare monologues (which are essential for drama school auditions). Benjamin guided me through each monologue, and he also made sure to help me pick my monologues carefully. He put in the time and effort in order to find monologues which suited me. We also worked on modern monologues and he taught me how to understand the story I am portraying, which is what I believe got me through so many auditions. Every session we did was always so much fun as he is such an inspiration and is always there to guide you through your work. He taught me acting techniques which I will forever be using in my work and I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with such an amazing, talented and inspirational coach.”

“As a novice to the craft of acting I was apprehensive about the class, what I would take from it, the pace and expectations of participation in a predominately virtual capacity, but Sam was a wonderful support and I took a great deal away. Sam created an environment to allow more seasoned members and new to co-exist and develop together. It is an encouraging and challenging atmosphere. It allows you to explore new parts of yourself and take away new tools to train and develop by yourself. I couldn't recommend it enough.”

“My daughters love attending Spotlights classes and have grown into confident performers as a result. This year's Annie show was a joy to watch and children clearly enjoyed every moment. I would recommend Spotlights to any parent who wishes their child to develop stage skills.”

“Watched THE PERFORMANCE at Glenmore House, Surbiton. Fantastic Talent and Thoroughly Entertained. Keep up the Good Work.”

“My daughter joined in September 2018 and has progressed really well attaining 80% in her 1st grade 1 ballet exam in June 2019. Many thanks to a fantastic teacher, Maria who groomed my daughter for such a great success. I definitely recommend Lyric dance school to All.”

“Fabulous theatre school with a fabulous team Lucy, Craig, Hannah, Sophie just to name a few really go above and beyond to ensure every child has fun and learns. Always opportunities to show of their skills and also to qualify in their chosen arts along the way. I wrote this review 4 years ago after my daughter having been at ATA for almost 4 years. She’s now been there almost 8 years and it is still the most amazing place. She gains so much confidence and skill from her classes and has thrived. She has gained LAMDA and IDTA qualifications in the plenty and is now a Grade 2. Sadly this is her final year due to us moving but she has loved every minute and we wouldn’t be without them. They not only are her teachers but they become an extension of the children’s families and help them not only with drama and musical arts but also support them when life is tough and they just need someone to listen. Thank you all for being the amazing team you are. We will truly miss you all. Xx”

“Had the best year of my life at LSMT and learnt so many important skills to prepare myself for the industry.”

“Well, I am judging SYTS' level because of the talent I see in famous people eho studied there. Only watching that I would say it's an excellent school and I would completely love to study there.”

“It's my children's (Temilola and Pharrell) school . They say it's amazing . The headteacher is Mr Craft , but I April it would be Ms(Mrs) Scotts.”

“I studied at this school in the advanced program and I am very happy with my experience. There was a family feel and I felt very supported while the teachings were of high quality. Some of our teachers also taught at some of the big drama schools and we were lucky to have them with us. The staff was always helpful and responsive. The year I spent there was one of the best times in my life and it prepared me very well for the demands of a professional acting career. I would recommend it to anyone!”

“My son & daughter have both been attending Suzanne's school of dance for the past 10 years. My son developed a love of acting thanks to the excellently taught Lamda classes whilst my daughter has gone from a shy young girl into a confident dancer and performer. This is down to the wonderful teachers that encourage and build confidence. Suzanne, her daughters Sophie, Rachel and Georgia and all of the other great teachers that work there are of the highest calibre.I can't recommend strongly enough for all aspects of performing, dancing and acting.”

“My girls have been with DSPA for many years, they are not only learning dance and performance skills but learnning about commitment, discipline, dedication and much more. Thanks to Miss Elin and the dedicated teachers, they are growing up to be confident performers, thriving to be better each day.”