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Maria's Dancing Footsteps.

Professional Dance Studios.

Terms and Conditions.

Charging Policy

All classes will be paid monthly on the first Sunday of every month.  Can I please stress that all fees must be paid on time or the student will not be able to continue with their classes.  Please check the notice board regularly which will highlight when the fees are due.  It is extremely difficult for us when we are very busy, to chase Parents / Guardians for overdue fees. 
New pupils can pay weekly for a trial period of 3 weeks and then the balance for the rest of term will be due.

PRIVATE LESSONS
AVAILABLE ON A DAY AND TIME TO SUIT YOU
Speak to Maria for more details.
(Please note that all private lessons are booked in advance and at least 48 hours notice is required for cancellation, or the full lesson will still require paying).
The policy states that the school will not give any refunds for classes missed. So:

• No reduction, allowance, or refund will be made for late entrance or early withdrawal.
• Periods of absence due to accident or sickness are not refundable.
• You may take up to 5 days holiday in a year without being charged for classes but following this we do not give refunds for holiday periods. We must be notified of holiday days prior to absence.
• Monthly fees can be paid either by cash or by cheque made out to Maria Walsh.

Other: 

• The school reserves the right to cancel or alter a course. If we do so, we will offer either an alternative course or a refund.
   
• The school reserves the right to change teachers at any time during the course.
   
• The school reserves the right to alter dates, fees as and when necessary.

There are a number of reasons why we require monthly payment:

The main reasons for monthly fees are to make sure that your child receives the maximum amount of time being taught instead of loosing valuable teaching time collecting weekly fees.  Also, we feel that dancing is a fun and social activity but also one that requires a large element of commitment from both the teachers and the students.  By missing classes and only attending infrequently the student will not be able to reach their full potential and may act as a negative distraction to the regular participants.

Classes

Parents can only attend the first lesson with there child, following that, parents will not be able to sit in on the dance classes (With smaller children a parent in the room could be very distracting, making the child want to run to the parent instead of performing at their best). So that parents can see their child perform their work we have a watching week usually before there exams where family and friends are invited to come and watch their child’s class.

General Terms and Conditions

Parents should be aware that due to the nature of dance performance it is necessary for the BTDA teachers to use some physical contact when working with the pupils. e.g. holding hands; putting a knee or foot into the correct position to avoid possible injury etc.

If children require to go to the toilet during lessons, we let all new children know where the toilets are and that they are free to leave a class at any time. Children can be put under great stress thinking they can't go. If a child leaves a class for an unnatural length of time we discreetly enquire if they are alright.

Pupils may on occasions be photographed or filmed during class and performances.  By taking part in our school activities you are agreeing to this happening and are happy to have your child’s photograph on the secure section of our website and press releases unless you have otherwise informed the school in writing. Major school shows will be recorded onto DVDs, you are welcome to opt in or out of school shows without obligation.  The DVD's will only be distributed to people associated with Maria’s Dancing Footsteps. For legal reasons we must have your written consent.

The school is only responsible for students while in classes.

All students’ property is their responsibility.  The school is not liable for any lost or damaged belongings, and therefore pupils should not bring anything of value to the dance school.

Fees are charged monthly and are not discounted or refunded for missed lessons. You may take up to 5 days holiday in a year without being charged for classes but following this we do not give refunds for holiday periods. We must be notified of holiday days prior to absence.

Pupils must be dressed in the correct uniform for each class and must conduct themselves in a disciplined manner while on the school premises.  This will ensure safety and well being of all the schools pupils.
The school will not tolerate any form of anti-social behaviour. Any child found bullying or being excessively badly behaved will be asked to leave the school.

No food or drink is to be brought to classes other than bottled water.  That includes no chewing gum.  Dancers require plenty of water, to maintain a level of hydration and therefore reduce the likelihood of injury.

Parents can only attend the first lesson with there child, following that, parents will not be able to sit in on the dance classes (With smaller children a parent in the room could be very distracting, making the child want to run to the parent instead of performing at their best). So that parents can see their child perform their work, we will have a watching week before exams where family and friends are invited to come and watch their child’s class.

Teachers and co workers are CRB checked and cleared to work with children.

What happens if you have a problem ?

Speak to Maria, Heather or Chris your dance team - We are here to help. A staff picture board is up on the wall in the reception of the Studios so you never need be embarrassed by not knowing the name of one of our staff.