Kirsty Cassidy graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in Physical Education and Dance from the University of Edinburgh. She has taught Dance in schools for 15 years at all levels and has worked in Dubai schools for the last 7 years. During her time teaching in Edinburgh, her dancers won numerous competitions and gained outstanding exam results. She has worked as a moderator for the Scottish Qualifications Authority and her pupils have achieved numerous successes, including performing for the European Headteachers Association.