Founded in 2005 in Manchester by Jo Fisher, Footlights is a UK network of children's stage schools offering weekly performing arts classes in acting, singing and dancing.
Footlights has grown from a single school in the North West to a nationwide community. We have schools across the UK including locations in London.
At the heart of everything we do is a supportive, inclusive environment where children and young people can build confidence, develop performance skills and feel part of something special. Whether they are stepping on stage for the first time or building on existing experience.
Footlights classes run on Saturday mornings during term time,with some schools running after school classes and many during offering holiday schools.
Saturdays at 09:30
Saturday
Tiny’s (3-4 years) 9.30am – 11.00am
Tiny’s (5-6 years) 11.30am – 1pm
Main School (7-18 years) 9.45am – 1pm
3 years to 16 years
Footlights Huddersfield
Newsome Academy
Castle Avenue, Newsome
Huddersfield
West Yorkshire
HD4 6JN
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Meet Jayne Doherty
Jayne Doherty is an experienced franchisee who has successfully built a thriving Footlights stage school in Huddersfield. As a mother to six now grown-up children, Jayne brings a wealth of experience in both family dynamics and child development.
Footlights Huddersfield is known for its inclusivity and welcoming atmosphere, where children of all abilities feel supported and valued. She takes great pride in nurturing each child’s individual talents, providing them with professional training in the performing arts while also fostering a sense of belonging and community.
Jayne’s approach is grounded in empathy, understanding, and a commitment to building confidence, helping children not only grow as performers but also as individuals.
Her social work expertise shines through in her ability to connect with children from diverse backgrounds and ensure that every child receives the care and attention they deserve. Whether a child is shy and needs encouragement to come out of their shell or is already brimming with confidence and ready to take the stage, Jayne’s nurturing approach adapts to meet their unique needs.
Jayne’s franchise is an ideal example of how a Footlights stage school can blend professional training with a compassionate, family-centred approach. She continues to make a lasting impact in the Huddersfield community, proving that with the right guidance and support, every child can thrive.
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