--- title: "Former EM6 Student Inspires the Next Generation in Performing Arts" url: "https://ems.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-02-11-former-em6-student-inspires-the-next-generation-in-performing-arts" school: "The English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College" --- **Tel:** 01429 273790 **Email:** admin@ems.bhcet.org.uk # Former EM6 Student Inspires the Next Generation in Performing Arts ![A group of students wearing matching KC Dance performance tops stand together indoors with their dance coach, surrounded by colourful balloons.](https://files.schudio.com/the-english-martyrs-catholic-school-and-sixth-form-3/images/news/633659116_1540695168057770_8847767977897740420_n.jpg) 11 February 2026 It is always wonderful to see former students returning to inspire those who are following in their footsteps. This week, we were delighted to welcome back **Katie Cosgrove**, an EM6 alumna who studied Performing Arts and now runs her own successful dance school, **KC Dance**. Katie is pictured alongside current EMS students **Lydia, Jess, Nancy and Billie**, who all attend her dance school and continue to develop their passion and talent for the arts. We are especially proud of **Jess**, who is currently studying Performing Arts in Year 10. She will soon be taking to the stage in our upcoming whole‑school musical, **Annie**, performing alongside Lydia. **Tickets will be on sale soon — keep an eye out for updates!** [Latest News](https://ems.bhcet.org.uk/news/tag/latest-news) [ Outstanding Success at Regional Cross Country for EMS Students](https://ems.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-02-10-outstanding-success-at-regional-cross-country-for-ems-students) [U13 Lady Tavs Shine in Outstanding Cricket Performance ](https://ems.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-02-13-u13-lady-tavs-shine-in-outstanding-cricket-performance) ### News & Gallery - [Gallery](https://ems.bhcet.org.uk/photo-galleries) - [News](https://ems.bhcet.org.uk/news/tag/latest-news) - [Newsletters](https://ems.bhcet.org.uk/news-gallery/newsletters) - [Parent Bulletins](https://ems.bhcet.org.uk/news-gallery/parent-bulletins) ![The English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College](https://files.schudio.com/the-english-martyrs-catholic-school-and-sixth-form-3/images/logo/Bishop_Hogarth_and_Hexham_Logo_new_(1).png) ### The English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College Catcote Road Hartlepool TS25 4HA 01429 273790 ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/EnglishMartyrsSchool/) - [X](https://twitter.com/ems_hartlepool) - [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/@TheEnglishMartyrsSchool) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ems_hartlepool/) ### Translation ### Office 365 [Sign in to Office 365](https://outlook.office.com/) © Copyright 2025–2026 The English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://ems.bhcet.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)