Royal Academy Of Dance
Also known as: Royal Academy of Dancing, Rad
The Royal Academy of Dance is a registration organisation for dance teachers, a Higher Education provider for aspiring dance teachers, an Awarding Organisation leading to proficiency in dance at a high level; and the owner of Benesh Movement Notation; and through these provides dance training, dance teacher education, and dance assessment services to students and teachers. :
Activities & Mission
The Royal Academy of Dance is a registration organisation for dance teachers, a Higher Education provider for aspiring dance teachers, an Awarding Organisation leading to proficiency in dance at a high level; and the owner of Benesh Movement Notation; and through these provides dance training, dance teacher education, and dance assessment services to students and teachers. :
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 78% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample: 125). How is this calculated?
Higher than 36% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 23% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £22,397,000 | £24,155,000 | £21,547,000 | £26,899,000 | £1,914,000 | 248 / 180 |
| 2024 | £21,726,000 | £22,971,000 | £20,743,000 | £28,484,000 | £2,858,000 | 216 / 180 |
| 2023 | £22,004,000 | £22,113,000 | £20,062,000 | £29,091,000 | £4,366,000 | 215 / 0 |
| 2022 | £20,626,000 | £20,278,000 | £18,347,000 | £29,693,000 | £1,960,000 | 214 / 180 |
| 2021 | £18,695,000 | £16,858,000 | £15,222,000 | £23,420,000 | £21,777,000 | 236 / 180 |
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Frequently asked questions about Royal Academy Of Dance
What does Royal Academy Of Dance do?
The Royal Academy of Dance is a registration organisation for dance teachers, a Higher Education provider for aspiring dance teachers, an Awarding Organisation leading to proficiency in dance at a high level; and the owner of Benesh Movement Notation; and through these provides dance training, dance teacher education, and dance assessment services to students and teachers. :
How much income did Royal Academy Of Dance report in 2025?
Royal Academy Of Dance reported total income of £22.40m and reported expenditure of £24.16m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Royal Academy Of Dance?
Royal Academy Of Dance has a program ratio of 96.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 78% of UK Arts charities with income over £10M (sample of 125 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Royal Academy Of Dance registered as a charity?
Royal Academy Of Dance was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 February 1963 as charity number 312826. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Royal Academy Of Dance?
Royal Academy Of Dance is governed by a board of 18 trustees. The chair of trustees is Stephen Moss CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Academy Of Dance operate?
Royal Academy Of Dance operates across 65 areas, including Aruba, Australia, Barbados and 62 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Royal Academy Of Dance a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Academy Of Dance is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 312826.
Details
188 York Road
LONDON
SW11 3JZ
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- 14 May 2026
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