It is a specialist performing arts school named after its founder and principal, Sylvia Young OBE.

The Sylvia Young Theatre School was founded in 1972 with part-time classes in East London.

The school moved premises once again in 2010 to a converted church in Nutford Place, Westminster.

Students from the Sylvia Young Theatre School have appeared in television, film and theatre productions, including main roles in EastEnders, Merry Christmas, Mr. Bean, Matilda, Billy Elliott, The Lion King, The Bodyguard, Les Misérables, and Charlie & The Chocolate Factory.

[1][6] Performers who attended the Sylvia Young Theatre School include: