Five Wee County dance schools have been recognised as Scottish Dance Awards (SDA) finalists.
The awards celebrate the best of Scottish Dance, assessing excellence in teaching, innovation in dance education and a company's dedication to community engagement.
After an application process, the schools are judged by a panel of experts from the dance community, where they must prove "demonstrated excellence in the categories".
The finalists are as follows:
Alloa Ballet Company - Outstanding Small Dance School and Health and Wellbeing in Dance
NCDA - Biggest Growth
Fusion Dance Academy - Outstanding Small Dance School
MK Dance Company - Rising Star School
Alba Performing Arts School - Rising Star School, Outstanding Pre-school Dance Education and Excellence in Dance Teacher Training.
An individual teacher, Sarah Stenhouse Kerr, from Clacks, has also been shortlisted for Teacher of the Year and the Creative Choreography Award.
The Scottish Dance Awards will take place at Radisson Blu Glasgow on Sunday, May 3.
SDA said: "From top schools and inspiring teachers to rising stars and creative choreographers, the event shines a spotlight on those making a significant impact in the world of dance.
"It’s a night to celebrate the achievements, contributions, and influence of Scottish dance schools, educators and the vibrant dance community."
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