Masterclass Academy

8 Dukes Walk, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 7HS

About us

Inspirational and in-depth hairdressing education lies at the heart of the Masterclass philosophy. Our aim is to give you the tools to become successful hairdressers through a training programme which is focused on the student.

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Opening hours

Monday 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Services

Hair

Reviews

4.92
660 verified reviews
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Full head highlights

Lynda russell
3rd Nov 2026
5.0
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Great experience. Alice was really conscientious.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Lynda,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear you had a great experience and that Alice’s conscientious approach made such a positive impression.

We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to her. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Weldone

Mostyn
3rd Nov 2026
5.0
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Always a friendly welcome
And a good job done

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Mostyn,

Thank you for your lovely review. We’re so pleased to hear you always receive a friendly welcome and are happy with the results.

We really appreciate your continued support and look forward to seeing you again soon.

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Stylist Abbey

Sandy Wells
2nd Nov 2026
5.0
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I think the service you offer is amazing it enables me to manage the cost of having my hair cut. As well as seeing young people gain confidence while training.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Sandy,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted that our service helps make regular haircuts more manageable, while also giving you the chance to support our learners.

It means a lot to hear that you enjoy watching our young people build their skills and confidence as they train. Your encouragement really does make a difference.

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Cut & design

Beryl
2nd Nov 2026
5.0
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Excellent as always

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Beryl,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that your experience was excellent as always.

It means a great deal to have your continued support, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Warm regards,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Revamp ❤️

Lyn blakey
29th Oct 2026
5.0
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Lovely staff very professional and very welcoming and listen to me xxx

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Lyn,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you felt welcomed and listened to by our team.

It means a lot to us that you found everyone professional and friendly. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Warm regards,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Cut and colour.

Teresa Collins cut and
29th Oct 2026
5.0
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Absolutely fabulous. Love my hair May did a great job, and all the staff were lovely. See you soon. Thank you. Teresa.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Teresa,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you love your hair and that May did such a great job.

It’s wonderful to know you found the whole team friendly too. We really appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon.

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Colour

Lyn Pearse
29th Oct 2026
5.0
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As usual excellent service , such a lovely girl who did my hair was brilliant

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Lyn,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear you received excellent service and that you were so pleased with your hair.

We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to the trainee – she’ll be thrilled to hear them.

We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Cut and blow dry

Carrol Reed
26th Oct 2026
5.0
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I enjoyed my appointment at the agency and was.met by May. An excellent ambassador for the company May gave me a fabulous cut and style. I would recommend the service

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Carrol,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your appointment and that May made you feel so welcome.

It’s wonderful to know you were pleased with your cut and style, and we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to May. Thank you for recommending us– it means a great deal to us.

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Wonderful experience

Tracy yates
26th Oct 2026
5.0
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Such a pleasure to have a wonderful young lady do my hair, professional and tentitive.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Tracy,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your visit and that you felt so well looked after by our talented trainee.

Your kind words about her professionalism and attentiveness mean a great deal to us. We look forward to welcome you back again soon.

Warm wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Haircut

Sara
26th Oct 2026
5.0
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May was friendly and efficient, she's done an amazing job and I love my hair!

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Sara,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that May made you feel welcome and that you love your hair!

We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to her. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Perfect hair do.

Tracy
26th Oct 2026
5.0
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I really enjoyed my first experience , very professional and helpful. Well done Layla

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Tracy,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted you enjoyed your first experience with us and found the team professional and helpful.

Layla will be thrilled to hear your kind words – we’ll be sure to pass them on. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

Warm regards,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Great hair cut

Penny Plimmer
22nd Oct 2026
5.0
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Lexie was very attentive and gave a great haircut. She asked & answered questions along the way. Lovely jolly character.
Why 4 stars? Nothing to do with Lexie, I feel all are the same when it comes to blow drying hair. They seem to be frightened of a messed look!

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Penny,

Thank you for your lovely review. We’re so pleased you enjoyed your haircut with Lexie and found her attentive, knowledgeable and cheerful throughout your appointment.

We also really appreciate your honest feedback about the blow-dry. We understand that a more relaxed, lived-in finish is personal to you, and we’ll make sure the team are mindful of discussing and tailoring the styling to your preferred look next time.

We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Half head foils, cut and blow-dry

Esther Griffiths
21st Oct 2026
5.0
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A fantastic experience from start to finish. Bethany was so professional and clearly loves her work and takes great pride in the finished product. I think it is the best cut and colour I’ve ever had!! Amazing value for money.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you Esther

Cut and blow dry

Sharon Holland
21st Oct 2026
5.0
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Absolutely an amazing experience

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you Sharon

Cut and blow dry

Sharon Holland
21st Oct 2026
5.0
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Absolutely an amazing experience

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Sharon,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear you had such an amazing experience with us.

It was a pleasure to welcome you, and we hope to see you again soon.

Warm regards,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Honesty

Sue Howard Harwood
21st Oct 2026
5.0
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I wonderful experience. Pleased to get a place without booking.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Sue,

Thank you for your lovely review. We’re so pleased you had a wonderful experience and that we were able to fit you in without an appointment.

We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Mr

Nigel swift
20th Oct 2026
5.0
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Very good

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Nigel,

Thank you for your lovely review. We’re so pleased to hear you had a very good experience with us.
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Another great haircut

John Cracknell
20th Oct 2026
5.0
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Anne & I always use Hair Ott Training for our hair cut/ styling. Always treated well. Friendly/ relaxed atmosphere. Good well supervised trainees

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear John,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted that you and Anne enjoy visiting our Academy.

It’s wonderful to hear that you feel well looked after and appreciate our friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Our trainees work very hard, and we’re pleased their supervision and care have made such a positive impression.

We look forward to welcoming you both back again soon.

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Cut and styled

Janet Douglas
20th Oct 2026
5.0
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Had a very good consultation regarding how to style my fine hair. It was then cut and styled by Alice. I am really pleased with the result. My hair looks and feels thicker and I am sure I will be able to manage my hair better.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Janet,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted that you found your consultation helpful and that Alice was able to create a cut and style that makes your fine hair look and feel fuller.

It’s wonderful to hear you’re pleased with the result and feel more confident managing your hair at home. We’ll be sure to pass your kind comments on to Alice.

Warm regards,
The team at Masterclass Academy, Waterlooville

Cutting Edge

Gwen Hartley
20th Oct 2026
5.0
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My haircut is just what I asked for and is a great start to my week.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you

Cutting Edge

Gwen Hartley
20th Oct 2026
5.0
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My haircut is just what I asked for and is a great start to my week.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Gwen,
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear your haircut is exactly what you asked for and that it has given your week such a great start. It was a pleasure to have you with us, and we hope to see you again soon!

The team at Masterclass Academy

Wash treatment and blow dry + cut

Sue Quinn
19th Oct 2026
5.0
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Delighted as usual Evey was very gentle lovely hair wash treatment and cut.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Sue,
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your hair wash, treatment and cut, and that Evie made you feel so comfortable and well looked after. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to her. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

The team at Masterclass Academy

Fabulous

Christine Broome
19th Oct 2026
5.0
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This salon is always a pleasure to visit

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Christine,
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that visiting us is always a pleasure. It means a lot to the whole team, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy

Excellent

Aileen Fletcher
13th Oct 2026
5.0
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Had a cut and blow dry today and I am very pleased with the result. Friendly salon and can highly recommend them. Great prices too.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Aileen,
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you’re pleased with your cut and blow dry and that you enjoyed the friendly atmosphere. Your recommendation and kind comments about our prices mean a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy

Advice

Claire Archer
12th Oct 2026
5.0
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Maria was very helpful with lots of advice for my hair etc when I go to a wedding next month
Thankyou again Maria

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Claire,
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted Maria could offer helpful advice and help you feel prepared for the wedding next month. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to her. We hope you have a wonderful time at the wedding and look forward to seeing you again soon!

The team at Masterclass Academy

Hair cut

Carole Shears
12th Oct 2026
5.0
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Absolutely delighted with my hair cut. Allison was the mentor and she gave such clear instructions to Abbie who carried out everything to perfection.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Carole
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear you’re so pleased with your hair. Allison and Abbie will be thrilled to know that you felt well looked after and that the guidance and result were just right. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy

My salon experience

Sue Williams
12th Oct 2026
5.0
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Was great experience took time to listen to what I wanted everything was explained

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you for your lovely review.

the team at MASTERCLASS

Roots and toner

Jackie Matthews
12th Oct 2026
5.0
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The young girl was very efficient and ally the teacher was brilliant at keeping eye on the girls

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you for your lovely review which we will pass on to Ali.

Regards
the team at Masterclass Academy

Review

Mrs Linda Stiller
7th Oct 2026
5.0
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Really nice staff . Very professional and attentive . Well done !

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Dear Linda,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you found our team professional, attentive and welcoming. Your kind words mean a great deal to us, and we’re so pleased you enjoyed your visit.
See you soon.

Warm wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy

Le Santo

Margaret
7th Oct 2026
5.0
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Happy with my hair cut and style.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Margaret
Thank you for your kind words and to know you love your hair.
We look forward to your next visit.

Bet wishes

the Team at Masterclass Academy

New Hair

Sarah
6th Oct 2026
5.0
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Just feel a million dollars thankyou so much to Alice so confident and going through the colours and haircut throughly. Thankyou Alice

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Sarah,
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear you’re feeling a million dollars. Alice will be so pleased to know that you felt confident and well looked after throughout your colour and haircut consultation. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to her. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

The team at Masterclass Academy

Haircut & blow dry

Victoria
6th Oct 2026
5.0
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Excellent service. Lovely girl that cut my hair

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you Victoria for kind words. We look forward to your next visit.

Best wishes
the Team at Masterclass Academy

Appointment with Cally

Sue Bitmead
6th Oct 2026
5.0
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I had a lovely head massage, cut and blow dry in a bob style. I was very impressed with everything and left feeling happy

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Sue
We're so happy you enjoyed your visit and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

Best wishes
the team at Masterclass Academy

Colour and Haircut

Sarah
30th Sep 2026
5.0
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Lexi looked after me today with a colour and cut.
My colour and cut looks absolutely brilliant 👏 thank you.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you Sarah for your lovely review with Lexi. We look forward to your next visit.

Best wishes
the Team at Masterclass Academy

Very professional training academy

Jacqui Bardsley
29th Sep 2026
5.0
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Bethany was my stylist today. She listened to me about my wishes for my hair, she also suggested a few things that she could do to enhance my style.She was very professional, polite and confident.Im very pleased with my hair and will definitely book again.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Jacqui,
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that Bethany listened carefully to what you wanted and made suggestions to enhance your style. It’s wonderful to know you felt comfortable in her professional and confident hands, and that you’re so pleased with your hair. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy

Wash cut and blow dry

Rosalind Whitelock
29th Sep 2026
5.0
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Beth was very attentive and knowledgeable, I am very pleased with the results

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you Rosalind for your lovely review. We look forward to your next visit.

Best wishes
the Team at Masterclass Academy

Great quality

Susan Igoe
29th Sep 2026
5.0
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Very professional, great experience, the care that they took, asking me what i would like and suggestions i certainly recommend.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Susan,

Thank you so much for your lovely review and recommendation. We’re delighted you had such a great experience and felt well looked after. Our team always aims to listen carefully, understand what you’d like and offer helpful suggestions to ensure you leave feeling happy with your service.

We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and to welcome you back again soon.

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy

Hair colour & cut

Maria Burton
29th Sep 2026
5.0
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Very pleased with colour @ cut today .as always the girls do a great job !

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you Maria for your lovely review. We look forward to your next visit.

Best wishes
the Team at Masterclass Academy

Always friendly

Mostyn Hardiman
29th Sep 2026
5.0
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Friendly reception and well looked after pleasnt experience

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you for your kind words and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

Best wishes
the Team at Masterclass Academy

Cut and blow dry

Allison O'Donnell
28th Sep 2026
5.0
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Sienna was my stylist, lovely confident young lady, great interaction with me, she done a super cut and blow dry, complimented me on how healthy my hair was , Sienna you will be a great asset to any salon that is lucky enough to employ you

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Allison,
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that Sienna made you feel comfortable and that you love your hair. She’ll be so pleased to hear your kind words about her confidence, interaction and work. We’re very proud to have her as part of our team.

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy

Maria burdett Clark

Sara Turl
28th Sep 2026
5.0
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Very pleased with my hair. Maria and I talked about my hair and how to style my hair. Felt confident about with what she suggested. The finished look was amazing. she really listened and what she suggested was correct. I really pleased she is amazing.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Sara,

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear how pleased you are with your hair and that Maria took the time to listen, discuss your styling options and make you feel confident in her recommendations. It’s wonderful to know you loved the finished look – we’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Maria.

We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Best wishes,
The team at Masterclass Academy

Great experience

JANE
23rd Sep 2026
5.0
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Yasmine did a great job on my hair cut today and corrected my attempt at cutting my own fringe

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you Jane for your lovely review. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Best wishes
the Team at Masterclass Academy

A Real Treat

Pauline Robinson
22nd Sep 2026
5.0
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The girls were very professional. Radiant colour and precise cut. Thank you.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you Pauline for leaving a review. We're so happy you enjoyed your visit and look forward to seeing you again soon.

Best wishes
the Team at Masterclass Academy

Fabulous!

Jeannette Kiany
22nd Sep 2026
5.0
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Great haircut? Listened to what I said and I am very pleased 🌹

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you Jeanette for your lovely review. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Best wishes
the Team at Masterclass Academy

Haircut & blow dry

Linda Kew
21st Sep 2026
5.0
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Excellent. Lovely girls. Very professional

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you Linda for your lovely review.

the team at Masterclass Academy

C ut and blo dry

Janet Baker
21st Sep 2026
5.0
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I was very impressed with the care and attention they gave me.it gave me confidence.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you Janet for your lovely review. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Best wishes
the team at Masterclass Academy

Wash, cut and blow dry

Julie Cox
21st Sep 2026
5.0
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OMG!! I am over the moon with my hair! Sienna is a lovely girl, she listened to what I wanted, and I have exactly that 100% Suenna, thank you so so much x

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Julie,
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re absolutely delighted to hear you’re over the moon with your hair. Sienna will be thrilled to know that she listened carefully and gave you exactly what you wanted. We’ll make sure your kind words are passed on to her. Enjoy your fabulous new hair!

Love,
The team at Masterclass Academy

5 star

Sue
17th Sep 2026
5.0
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Brilliant.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Thank you for your kind words.

the Team at Masterclass Academy

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Sandra Donnelly
14th Sep 2026
5.0
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May has done a superjob

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Sandra Donnelly,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We're happy to know you enjoyed your visit with May. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to her.

We take pride in providing exceptional service to all of our clients and it's wonderful to know that we met your expectations. Thank you for choosing our Academy and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

Best regards,
The Team at Masterclass Academy

1st haircut at the academy

Julie Godsalll
10th Sep 2026
5.0
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The young girl who cut my hair was lovely. Very friendly, and although still learning had a fair amount of knowledge.

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Response from Masterclass Academy

Hi Julie
Thankyou for taking the time to leave a review. We're so happy you enjoyed your visit to the
Academy and look forward to your next visit.

Kind regards
The Team at Masterclass Academy