A mentoring programme for Level 8 students further enhances the relationship between the School and The Australian Ballet – and provides firsthand knowledge of the dance profession with individual attention and encouragement.

Dancers from the senior ranks of The Australian Ballet undertake mentoring relationships with Graduate Year (Level 8) students. The relationship begins formally around the start of the School year and from there the mentoring relationship develops around individual needs. The mentoring programme is a vital bridge from the School to life as a professional performer.