Terms and Conditions

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General Policy including Changes and Cancellations

The dates and times of classes are published prior to the start of term; however, these are subject to alteration due to unforeseen circumstances and students will be informed of any such changes in advance wherever possible. In the event of unsuitable weather or other circumstances beyond our control, classes are subject to change. All details will be posted in our What's App group. Signature Dance Academy should be notified in advance if your child is not attending a class so that we may plan accordingly and keep our records up to date. No refunds will be given for missed classes. Signature Dance Academy reserves the right to change teachers at short notice as and when necessary. Signature Dance Academy reserves the right to cancel any class due to insufficient demand. In this case a full refund will be given. Pupils are allocated to class based on age.

Fees

Fees will be reviewed annually and if subject to change parents will be given a prior notice.

All fees must be paid by the payment date on your invoice. Failure to do so will result in a 10% surcharge.

All current students are expected to pay for a full term.  Please note, you are deemed to be a current student if you attended the previous term and will automatically be rebooked onto your class(es) for the next term unless we are informed otherwise. A terms notice must be given to withdraw from classes by email or message, otherwise a payment for the notice period will be charged. Signature Dance Academy accepts new students throughout the term. All new students will start with 'Pay As You Go'.

Behavioural Standards and Exclusions

Students are expected to conduct themselves in a disciplined manner whilst attending classes and be respectful to both teachers and fellow students at all times. This will ensure the safety and wellbeing of everyone.If children continue to misbehave, causing disruption to other students, the parent or guardian will be informed and the student will no longer be able to continue with classes.

These terms and conditions also apply to any workshops, performance or events that the student takes part in with Signature Dance Academy. When using social media all students are expected to conduct themselves appropriately and sensibly.

Health and Safety

It is your responsibility to inform Signature Dance Academy if your child has any medical conditions and/or allergies, special needs or learning disabilities which could affect them during class. Agreeing to attend a class is a declaration of your fitness. When a child falls ill during class, and we think necessary, their parent or guardian will be called to take the child home and you agree to collect your child without delay.

Emergency First Aid

First Aid will be administered to children in the event of an accident whilst in our care. If the accident is serious and we feel the need the emergency services will be called. 

EpiPen Guidelines

Signature Dance Academy staff are not qualified to administer EpiPen.  They are permitted to do so with written permission and instruction from the parent/guardian but the parent/guardian must accept full responsibility.

Medical Conditions and Allergies

All medical conditions and allergies must be stated on the registration form along with any relevant background information that may be required for a student attending a dance class. Parents must notify us of any changes going forward.

Safeguarding

Signature Dance Academy staff have a duty of care to act if they suspect a child may be suffering from abuse or if a child makes a disclosure about abuse. In such an event the staff will follow the Safeguarding Children Policy. All staff have DBS checks in place.

Discrimination

Signature Dance Academy is a non-discriminatory dance school. Any cases arising will be dealt with appropriately.

Physical Contact

Parents should be aware that due to the nature of dance it is necessary for the teacher to use physical contact when training young dancers. Contact by the teacher will be made to assist the student with correct placement and done with due sensitivity and care. This will not involve force. Teachers will be mindful of the location and avoid situations where they are isolated with a student.

Photography & Videography

All parents/guardians will be asked to complete our Enrolment Form on entry at Signature Dance Academy. On our Enrolment Form you sign your signature to confirm you are happy for Signature Dance Academy to take any photos/videos for social media or advertising purposes. If you are not happy for your child to be on any social media or advertisements then you must inform us instantly. Signature Dance Academy has the right to post any student on social media or advertisement when their parent/guardian has signed out Enrolment Form.

Liability

All teachers are fully qualified or going through teaching qualifications. DBS checked, Chaperone Licensed and insured and are fully aware of our child protection policy (available on request). Signature Dance Academy is not liable for loss or damage to property, sickness or personal injury. All valuables remain the responsibility of the student. 

Responsibility

Children must be accompanied by an adult when leaving our building. It is not the responsibility of Signature Dance Academy to walk any children out to parents/guardians. Once students have finished their classes it is the parents/guardians responsibility to walk their child out. Parents are not permitted to film dance classes without permission.

Insurance

Our Public Liability Insurance covers all children under our care.

Data Protection (General Data Protection Regulation - GDPR)

By enrolling into Signature Dance Academy, the data that you provide will be subject to the GDPR restrictions. Further details regarding this can be found within our separate Privacy Policy.

Performing

Signature Dance Academy offers regular performance opportunities. All students are given the opportunity to perform.

Complaints

If you or your child are not satisfied with the service provided we would like to hear about it. We aim to resolve any issues at an early stage. All complaints will be taken seriously and in the strictest confidence.

Changes of Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions are correct at time of publication/issue and are subject to change without prior notice.

For any questions regarding our Terms and Conditions please contact signaturedanceacademy@outlook.com