A DREAM has come true for a Widnes dance student.

Caitlin Sutcliffe, aged 17, has won a place at a prestigious Spanish dance school.

She performed ballet, jazz and contemporary dance in a video audition and has been offered a place at the Institute of Arts in Barcelona.

After completing her degree, Caitlin, from Warrington, plans to move to London to embark on a career as a dancer.

Ben Stevens, dance programme leader at Cronton Sixth Form, said, “We are immensely proud of Caitlin.

“It is a true testament to her hard work and dedication.

“I have had the great pleasure of working with Caitlin over the past two years and am looking forward to helping her with her final professional dance production.

“She will be playing the role of Madison in the Coven at The Brindley theatre in June.”