Meet our LHTS family.

Leanne founded LHTS in 2002, creating a family-run school where children and young people can discover a love of dance and performing arts, build confidence and develop their talents.

Having trained at Sylvia Young Theatre School and attended Laine Theatre Arts on a full scholarship, Leanne is a fully qualified ISTD teacher in Ballet, Tap and Modern and also holds qualifications with Acrobatic Arts. Her extensive performance history spans theatre and television, bringing valuable industry experience to her teaching.

Renowned for her choreographic skills, Leanne combines strong technical training with imaginative storytelling and a passion for bringing out each dancer’s individuality.

With hundreds of former students now working in prestigious roles across the performing arts industry, Leanne is proud of the many journeys that began at LHTS. Many members of the teaching team also began their own dance journeys under her tuition.

At the heart of her teaching is a belief that every student matters—whether they aspire to a professional career or simply love coming to class. Together with her sister Jocelyn and the wider team, she creates a supportive environment where hard work, friendship and enjoyment go hand in hand.

Jocelyn trained at Sylvia Young Theatre School, Laine Theatre Arts and London Studio Centre. She holds ISTD teaching qualifications in Modern and Tap and is also qualified in Zumba Fitness. Her extensive performance experience across theatre and television brings a wealth of knowledge to her classes.

Working alongside her sister Leanne, Jocelyn is at the heart of the LHTS family. She loves helping students grow in confidence, celebrate their progress and discover the joy of dance.

As Vice Principal, Jocelyn helps make LHTS a welcoming place where children feel supported, build friendships and enjoy being part of something special.

Olivia began her dance training at LHTS before continuing her studies in Musical Theatre at Arts1 School of Performance. Specialising in ballet, she discovered a love of teaching and went on to complete her ISTD Licentiate examinations in Classical Ballet, achieving LISTD status.

An All England Dance finalist and medal winner, Olivia brings extensive performance experience to her teaching. As Head of Ballet, she helps students develop strong technique, musicality and artistry, encouraging them to grow in confidence and discover their own love of ballet.

Olivia is currently working towards her Level 2 and Level 3 personal training qualifications, bringing together her passions for dance and fitness and developing her knowledge of strength, movement and wellbeing.

TC began her ISTD training in Ballet, Tap and Modern at Anne Gale School of Dance before continuing at LHTS, where she developed her technique and expanded her training into Jazz, Contemporary, Musical Theatre and Commercial.

An ISTD-qualified teacher, TC brings enthusiasm and a love of dance to her classes. Her teaching centres on building confidence, encouraging students to recognise their potential and helping them enjoy their progress. She also choreographs competition routines, drawing on her own extensive performance experience.

TC has competed for more than ten years, reaching the All England Dance Finals on several occasions, and has performed in professional productions since 2010.

James began his dance training at LHTS, becoming an All England Dance finalist and medal winner before continuing his studies at Bird. He graduated in 2023 with a BA (Hons) in Professional Dance and Musical Theatre and has since worked extensively in the cruise industry and UK theatre.

An ISTD-qualified teacher who also holds British Gymnastics qualifications, James brings a broad range of skills and professional experience to his classes.

With a passion for teaching and choreography, he loves helping students strengthen their technique, grow in confidence and discover what they can achieve. Returning to LHTS as a teacher, James now shares his experience with the next generation of dancers at the school where his own journey began.

Megan’s love of performing grew through six years of part-time dance training at Arts1, before she progressed to its Sixth Form and discovered her passion for musical theatre.

She went on to graduate from Performers College with a BA in Musical Theatre and Dance, stepping straight into the industry with her first professional contract as a singer and dancer in Cyprus.

Megan brings that energy and experience to LHTS, encouraging students to explore their own style, make bold performance choices and let their personalities shine. She is excited to help the next generation grow in confidence and discover the thrill of performing.

Caitlin began her dance training at LHTS before continuing her studies at The PAD. An All England finalist and medal winner, she brings her performance experience and love of dance to her teaching. Now an ISTD-qualified teacher, she shares that passion with the next generation of LHTS students.

Teaching Contemporary, Modern and Tap, Caitlin encourages students to develop their technique, explore their creativity and grow in confidence. Having started her own journey here, she understands the friendships and sense of belonging that make LHTS special.

Daniella began dancing at LHTS at just three years old, growing up in the school she still considers her second home. In 2016, she went on to train at Laine Theatre Arts, graduating in 2019 with a BA (Hons) in Professional Musical Theatre. During her training, she also completed her ISTD DDE Modern teaching examinations.

Her professional career took her to Australia’s Gold Coast with Grayboy Entertainment, performing as a production dancer aboard P&O Australia cruises. She later joined Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, performing on voyages across Europe.

Now based back in Leighton Buzzard, Daniella is delighted to be part of the LHTS teaching team. Bringing her professional experience and a lifelong connection to the school, she loves supporting students as they develop their skills, grow in confidence and discover their own love of performing.

Joe grew up dancing at LHTS, performing and competing at a high level throughout his childhood. An All England Dance finalist and medal winner, he was also a member of Tap Attack and has several film credits to his name.

Alongside his dance achievements, Joe pursued his love of language and literature at the University of Nottingham, completing a BA (Hons) in Classics and English followed by a Postgraduate Certificate in English Studies, specialising mainly in stylistics and literary linguistics.

His passion for dance—particularly tap—led him back to training as an ISTD teacher in Tap and Modern. Now teaching at the school where his own journey began, Joe shares his experience and enthusiasm with the next generation, helping students develop their technique, confidence and enjoyment of dance.