Our Teachers
Principal Demi
Miss Demi is our principal here at stellar dance! Demi has been dancing since she was 11 at a few local schools. There she fell in love with dance and knew she wanted to become a dance teacher! At 16, she went on to train professionally at dancebox studios and theatre works. Since leaving professional training she has taught at several schools around Northamptonshire, started up her own adult heels dancing business and now, opened up our beautiful studio, Stellar dance!
Miss edie
Edie has always been an eager, passionate dancer from a very young age. She has come from a versatile background some of her favourite styles being ballet, jazz and lyrical. Edie has grown up around dance as she assisted at her local dance school when she was 16. Edie is going into her final year in full time training on the degree course at dancebox studios and theatre works on their BA (hons) dance and musical theatre course.
Edie has always wanted to spread her enthusiasm and creativity through dance. Edie is a passionate teacher ready to inspire the younger generation with her love for dance, she is so excited to start her new journey teaching at the school! Miss Edie is joining the stellar dance faculty taking on our junior competition team and working with several of our soloists!!
miss kayleigh
Miss Issey
Issey has danced from a young age and is always eager to improve on all dance genres and technique training! Issey grew up with a commercial background alongside jazz. Issey has helped out with her local dance school, chaperoning and delivering workshops where she discovered a love for teaching. Issey has trained professionally at dancebox studios and theatre works since she was 16 and is now going into her second year on their BA (hons) dance and musical theatre course. Issey found her love for all styles and has gained confidence throughout her years of training there. Issey is excited to teach the younger generation everything she has learnt whilst training and build their confidence to the fullest!!
miss Maisy
Hi I’m Maisy Yarnold! Ive been dancing since the age of 3, and been teaching at various dance schools and venues over the past two years. I love using my creative side and choreographing routines and brining some of my visions to life. My favourite style of dance is commercial/contemporary! I’m so excited to become a teacher at Stellar Dance!
My credits include – Dancer on MOVE IT on Make Stage with HarrisonJ Collective (Excel Centre), Ambassador for Channy Thompson/ includes Music Videos, Festive Tours, Area tours (Wembley Stadium/UK), 3x Winner National entertainments award/NEA for Best Solo Dancer (The Deco Theatre /O2) Freestyle Winner IDTA & ADFP 2014 – 2023 (Blackpool Tower), UK National Championship- Champion winner IDTA (Blackpool Winter gardens)
Professional Training – 2nd year BTEC at Addict Dance Academy.
miss Amie
Amie is a Royal Academy of Dance qualified ballet teacher, PT level 3 and strength and conditioning coach with CPD in pre and post natal training, nutrition and working with people with degenerative neurological conditions.
Amie has over 15 years of teaching experience and has taught across the county training students to high levels in RAD ballet and achieving 100% pass rate. She also runs her own successful adult dance school in Northampton and a PT business.
Amie also performed in the London 2012 Olympics Ceremony, taught for the London Children’s Ballet and was part of the English Youth Ballet!
She has a passion in helping people become the best version of themselves and enjoys the supportive nature of her work!
Amie will be teaching our Tuesday squats and snuggles and adult barre fitness sessions!
student helpers
Adrianna
Freda
Adrianna is an energetic and joyful 8-year-old who absolutely loves to dance, help others, and care for babies. From the moment the music starts, she can’t help but move, dancing around the house, creating her own routines, and performing with all her heart. Her passion for dance has already taken her to exciting stages, including performances at CYD, NREA, and NEA nationals at the o2, where she proudly showed off her sparkle and confidence. She also loves taking part in dance competitions, where she shines with her big smile, lively energy, and determination to do her best. You can find Adrianna helping out in our Saturday morning baby ballet classes!
Amelia-Rose Cherry
Amelia-Rose is a dedicated and dependable student who brings a strong sense of support and responsibility to her role as a student helper. She is a passionate dancer and an active member of our close-knit dance community. She has performed at prestigious events including the NEAs and CYD, and received a special mention at Move it Shake it dance competition! She is always demonstrating her discipline, commitment, and ability to excel both in the arts and in her school environment. You’ll find Amelia-Rose helping our age 5-9 dancers in ballet class on Wednesdays!
Adrianna
Freda
Adrianna is an energetic and joyful 8-year-old who absolutely loves to dance, help others, and care for babies. From the moment the music starts, she can’t help but move, dancing around the house, creating her own routines, and performing with all her heart. Her passion for dance has already taken her to exciting stages, including performances at CYD, NREA, and NEA nationals at the o2, where she proudly showed off her sparkle and confidence. She also loves taking part in dance competitions, where she shines with her big smile, lively energy, and determination to do her best. You can find Adrianna helping out in our Saturday morning baby ballet classes!
Kaitlyn
Catterall
Amelia-Rose Cherry
Amelia-Rose is a dedicated and dependable student who brings a strong sense of support and responsibility to her role as a student helper. She is a passionate dancer and an active member of our close-knit dance community. She has performed at prestigious events including the NEAs and CYD, and received a special mention at Move it Shake it dance competition! She is always demonstrating her discipline, commitment, and ability to excel both in the arts and in her school environment. You’ll find Amelia-Rose helping our age 5-9 dancers in ballet class on Wednesdays!
Sierra
Tomkins
Sierra is a kind, caring and bubbly person and dance has been a passion of hers since she 5 years old! She has trained in many styles of dance including street dance, ballet, jazz, lyrical and acro. She has performed at incredible events such as the NREA’s, the NEA’s at the O2 in London, and CYD super convention! Sierra was also a champion finalist in a group street dance for audacity 2024-2025 and came first in group street dance at born to perform dance competition! She works hard with her dancing and practises all the time. If you don’t find her at home she will be in the dance studio striving for improvement! Sierra helps out at our Saturday baby ballet classes as well as consistently helping out the school with fundraising, promoting and supporting Stellar with her mum, Aaliyah!
Maddi Howell-Tuthill
Maddi is a 10 year old kind, brave and hardworking little girl who is always smiling and full of spirit especially when it comes to dance . Maddi has a strong passion for dance and trains 11 hours a week. She has only been dancing for 1.5 years and has proudly performed in many theatre shows around Northamptonshire including High school musical, Radio Star, Our moment and Penitentiary. She has recently participated in her first competition And is excited to compete in loads more. Maddi puts her heart and soul into dance always strives to be better than she was before! She’s known for her determination, bravery and bubbly personality. She loves her student helper role with Miss Kayleigh – inspiring the Mini Street dancers with her passion, kindness, and supportive attitude!
Isla-Mae
Dauncey
Isla-Mae is a kind and hardworking young girl who is always smiling and full of positive energy. She has been dancing since she was 2 years old starting out in ballet. She loves dancing and has proudly performed at both Disneyland Paris and, more recently, the NREAs and CYD super convention! A fantastic competitive cheerleader, Isla-Mae puts her heart into everything she does and always strives to be better than she was yesterday. She’s known for her determination and self-discipline — no one is harder on her than herself — and she’s always ready to lend a helping hand to those younger than her, inspiring them with her passion, kindness, and drive to succeed! Isla-Mae is assisting Miss Macey in our brand new acro classes!
Shania Haque
Maddi Howell-Tuthill
Maddi is a 10 year old kind, brave and hardworking little girl who is always smiling and full of spirit especially when it comes to dance . Maddi has a strong passion for dance and trains 11 hours a week. She has only been dancing for 1.5 years and has proudly performed in many theatre shows around Northamptonshire including High school musical, Radio Star, Our moment and Penitentiary. She has recently participated in her first competition And is excited to compete in loads more. Maddi puts her heart and soul into dance always strives to be better than she was before! She’s known for her determination, bravery and bubbly personality. She loves her student helper role with Miss Kayleigh – inspiring the Mini Street dancers with her passion, kindness, and supportive attitude!
Isla-Mae
Dauncey
Isla-Mae is a kind and hardworking young girl who is always smiling and full of positive energy. She has been dancing since she was 2 years old starting out in ballet. She loves dancing and has proudly performed at both Disneyland Paris and, more recently, the NREAs and CYD super convention! A fantastic competitive cheerleader, Isla-Mae puts her heart into everything she does and always strives to be better than she was yesterday. She’s known for her determination and self-discipline — no one is harder on her than herself — and she’s always ready to lend a helping hand to those younger than her, inspiring them with her passion, kindness, and drive to succeed! Isla-Mae is assisting Miss Macey in our brand new acro classes!
WHy stellar dance?
These points can help highlight what makes Stellar Dance a great choice for aspiring dancers!
- Flexible
- Atmosphere
- Technique
- Professional
Why choose us?
Variety of Expertise:
The team often includes specialists in different dance styles
Supportive Environment:
We emphasize a positive, nurturing atmosphere, encouraging students to grow and express themselves.
Focus on Development:
We often prioritise s individual growth, helping students build confidence and improve their skills.
What does everyone say?
“My daughters have been attending this dance school for a year now and absolutely love it. They’ve had the chance to take part in competitions and events, made lots of new friends, and grown so much in confidence. The teachers are not only talented but also really supportive and caring. I couldn’t recommend this school highly enough for any child who wants to learn, have fun, and feel part of a wonderful dance family xx”
“My twin girls aged 8 absolutely love Stellar Dance they attend Ballet, Jazz, Musical Theatre and Tap, they also attend competitions. They are part of a lovely friend group of such kind girls whose passion is dance. Demi the school principal is extremely passionate about dance and always has amazing ideas for each class and competitions.My 2 have gained so much confidence in just 1 year of attending 5 Stars “
“My daughter has followed Demi dancing for years, and has always looked up to her.
When Demi announced she was opening her own dance school, we were absolutely thrilled for her!
It’s been so exciting to see her bring her passion for dance to life and teach the kids in her own unique way. Her choreography skills are next level”
Lisa Jones