Studio 23

How Studio 23 comes across

Studio 23 comes across as a small, warm neighbourhood school rather than a competition powerhouse, founded in 2008 by Beth Ismay (a registered teacher of dance) who is described as still teaching across its Peakhurst and Oatley locations. The tone throughout is gentle and relational — "warm, fun-filled," "welcoming and encouraging," and an emphasis on "building a community of young, kind and creative individuals" as much as on technique. Its classes span ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, JFH, Show Group, PBT and pre-school, signalling a recognisable recreational syllabus with a show-group option for those wanting more, but the framing stays firmly on belonging and the "Studio 23 Family" rather than results or rankings. Practical touches like a downloadable handbook and free trial reinforce an approachable, parent-friendly operation. A parent would likely read this as a friendly local studio well suited to children who want to enjoy dancing and make friends in a low-pressure, all-ages setting.

An editor's impression, drawn from the school's own website and public materials, 13 June 2026. Not a review — if it misses the mark, the school or a parent can tell us via the form below.