Dress Code
PNB School’s dress code minimizes distractions and creates a unified classroom environment. Students not in dress code may be restricted from class.
PNB School logo leotards for Tots, Creative Movement, Pre‑Ballet, and Levels I–VIII are required.
Dress Code Options
Option A (Leotard/Tights)
Leotard
Color appropriate for the Level (see color guidelines below).
Tights
Pink or flesh colored, translucent, matte (not shiny or Lycra), no holes or runs. No underwear under tights.
Technique Shoes (Tots- Level III)
Leather ballet slippers, matching tights, and with a single elastic.
Technique Shoes (Level IV- Level VIII)
Canvas ballet slippers permitted (leather shoes required for performances), matching tights, with a single elastic.
Pointe (Level IV and up)
Pointe shoes matching tights. PNB School schedules personal Freed fittings each fall.
Option B (Shirt/Tights)
Top
Short-sleeved white leotard or a snug-fitting white t-shirt
Tights
Opaque black; no cutoff tights or shorts
Socks
Thin white crew-length dance socks (no tube socks)
Technique shoes (Creative Movement- Level III)
White leather ballet slippers with a single elastic.
Technique shoes (Level IV-Adv. C)
White; canvas ballet slippers permitted (leather shoes required for performances), with a single elastic.
Dance Briefs
Required for Level I and up.
Note: A shirt or leotard must be worn at all times.
PNB School Logoed Leotard Colors
| PNBS Tots | Black |
| Creative Movement | White |
| Pre-Ballet | Red |
| Level I | Light Pink |
| Level II | Light Blue |
| Level III | Light Lilac |
| Level IV | Sky Blue |
| Level V | Dark Purple |
| Level VI | Celestine Blue |
| Level VII | Tropic Green |
| Level VIII | Navy |
| All C-Designated Classes | White |
Leotards and dance shirts may be purchased at On Pointe Dancewear or Empire Dance.
Extended Curriculum Classes (Level IV-VIII and PD)
Pointe Variations
Level VII: class leotard and black or white skirt (skirts for Variations only)
Level VIII: white leotard and white skirt (skirts for Variations only)
Jazz
Jazz or technique shoes; black tights
Modern & Choreography
Technique shoes or barefoot; black tights
PNB Strengthening Program
Yoga mat; Therabands (preferably two – red or blue only); 1-2 lb weights; ball, roller, or pillow for upper back placement during abdominal exercises.
Seminars
Street clothes
Additional Dress Code Guidelines
Hair
Securely fastened securely away from the face (no ponytails). Short hair must be secured and not distract from class.
Warm-ups
No warm-ups in class (shirts, legwarmers, skirts, etc.), unless specifically required.
Jewelry
Minimal: small earrings and watches. No facial jewelry.
Shoes
Neatly sewn with like-colored thread; no safety pins.
Dancewear Care
Laundered regularly; mend holes with same-color thread. Do not use fabric softener, as it damages the studio floors.
Label Everything
Clothing, shoes, and dance bags with the student’s name and level.
Company Rehearsals
Dress Code applies.
Students without proper hair or attire may be asked to sit out.
Dress Code for Arriving & Leaving the School
Do not arrive or leave wearing only a leotard and tights. Don’t wear technique shoes outside. This protects student safety and maintains our studio floors.
Holidays Dress Code
Students follow the PNB School Dress Code on all holidays except during Halloween week and Valentine’s Day.
Tuition & Scholarship Policies
Tuition & Policies
Tuition is non-refundable once classes begin
Refunds will not be given for any reason. This includes classes cancelled for any reason or mandatory closures due to state and/or local mandates.
Payment Schedule
Monthly
Automatically charged on the 1st of each month
Quarterly
Charged on the 1st day of each quarter
Biannual
Charged September 1 and January 15
Biannual and monthly options include an additional processing fee.
Attendance & Registration
Students must attend all scheduled classes for their Level.
Partial attendance or partial registration is not allowed.
Injury/Illness
Students may be eligible for pro‑rated tuition if withdrawing due to prolonged illness or severe injury, with physician’s written orders.
No full refunds will be given for an injury (subject to Registrar discretion).
Program-Specific Policies
Duets, Tots, Creative Movement, and Creative Movement for Boys
- Students are not required to commit for the full academic year (September–June).
- At registration, students are enrolled for the full year with automatic quarterly, bi‑annual, or full‑year payments.
- To withdraw, notify the School one week before the next quarter to be removed from autopay.
Pre-Ballet through Professional Division
- Enrollment covers the entire academic year (September–June).
- Families are obligated to pay the full year’s tuition, regardless of payment plan (in full, biannual, or monthly).
- Tuition is non‑refundable once classes begin, including:
- Classes missed by the student (illness or rehearsals)
- Classes canceled by PNB (weather or any reason)
- Mandatory closures due to state/local mandates
- Tuition includes all scheduled classes in the student’s Level; partial registration is not allowed.
- Students may be eligible for prorated tuition for extended absences due to injury or prolonged illness (with physician’s orders). No full refunds; at the Registrar’s discretion.
- Re‑admission: Current students who do not return by November 1 may need to audition for readmission. Re‑admission is not guaranteed.
Scholarship & Financial Aid
Financial aid is awarded annually and does not carry over; families must reapply each year. Aid is primarily awarded to Student Division and Professional Division applicants. Children’s Division families may apply, though assistance is limited.
How to Apply
- Applications are available in the School office. Submit by July 1 for the academic year.
- PNB uses School and Student Service (SSS) for standardized financial analysis.
- Complete the Parent Financial Statement (PFS) online: https://www.solutionsbysss.com/parents
- $60 non‑refundable processing fee
- Apply by July 1 to allow processing time
- Contact PNB School if you need help with the fee or if you’ve passed the deadline
- All application and financial information is confidential.
- Summer Course has a separate process with an April deadline.
- Awards are determined by a committee of artistic, Board, and administrative staff, based on financial need. Class performance, attendance, and effort are also considered.
For Summer Course Families
Welcome Summer Course families! Here’s some helpful resources and PNB policies as you plan for a wonderful summer with PNB School.
Summer Course Handbooks
Read these before signing the Student Agreement!
Summer Course Student Handbook (All students must read)
Summer Course Residence Handbook (Residence students must read)
Class Schedules
Class schedules will be posted weekly when Summer Course begins. Students should refer to these posted schedules daily for any updates.
Level IV
Young Men’s Division/Intermediate C
Level V
Level VI
Level VII
Level VIII
Men’s Division/Advanced C
Class schedules are subject to change.
Questions?
Contact PNB School at pnbschool@pnb.org or call 206.441.2435 (Seattle) and 425.451.1241 (Bellevue)!