Bodyline Dance Academy - Terms and Conditions of Enrolment

ENROLMENT:
Enrolment is for the year 2008 and comprises of four terms.
Class sizes are restricted to give the best possible enviroment for learning.

IF STUDENT WISHES TO DISCONTINUE OR CHANGE CLASSES BEFORE THE END OF THE SCHOOL YEAR, YOU MUST GIVE NOTICE IN WRITING.
FAILURE TO DO SO WILL INCUR A $25 CANCELLATION FEE.

COMMITMENT:
Enrolment at B.D.A. not only teaches dance but also provides a positive lesson in commitment. A year can be a long time in a child's life therefore positive reinforcement from both parents and teachers is necessary in developing an understanding of commitment.
Students are further rewarded by participation in an annual end of year concert. B.D.A. concerts have proven to be hugely successful to both participants and audience members alike. Similarly, students of B.D.A. who undertook RAD ballet exams have achieved a 100% success rate.

COMPLAINTS:
If you are experiencing difficulties, a simple phone call can often iron out any problems that may arise. Pulling children out of a class without fully understanding the situation can not only lead to disruption to their lives, but also disrupt fellow class members and teachers. Confronting issues can lead to a resolution, whereas sudden departures can be an unnecessary negative experience.

FEES:
Fees must be paid by the due date. Term 1 fees are due at registration.
Existing students must reenrol by phone or post enrolment form and cheque.
Alternatively, attend registration day to secure a place in their intended class.
Late Fees: In the event of a second account having to be issued a 10% late fee will be added. In the event of a dishonoured cheque, you are responsible for any expense incurred by Bodyline Dance Academy In times of financial hardship, please contact the Bodyline Dance Academy administrator, so an arrangement can be made.
No refunds are given for any reason. In the case of illness, students are welcome to make up classes, by attending any form of dance class, either a level below or above their grade.

UNIFORMS:
Students must have correct school uniform and all clothing and footwear must be labelled.
For health reasons, students must have hair tied back and not share hairbrushes.
Chewing and bubble gum is strictly forbidden. Continual offenders will be asked to leave immediately.

ATTENDANCE AND BEHAVIOUR:
All students must maintain an exemplary standard of behaviour. Bodyline Dance Academy reserves the right to suspend/expel any student for bullying, swearing or disrespectful behaviour.
Outside noise must be keep to a minimum, excess noise can impede both teacher and children's concentration. Parents and siblings must respect that children are learning at a dance school. Parents/minders must stay with children until the commencement of their class.
Dropping children and leaving them to run around outside unsupervised is completely unacceptable. In the event of absence, it is greatly appreciated if parents could email, sms or phone office, so all students can be accounted for.

OUTSIDE PERFORMANCES:
Children are highly encouraged to perform at school talent quests etc, however if child wishes to perform a dance learnt at Bodyline Dance Academy, they must first receive permission from Principal.
All dances remain the property of Bodyline Dance Academy and by law are copyrighted to Bodyline Dance Academy.

STUDENT SAFETY:
Dance is a physical form of exercise, therefore it may be necessary for teacher to engage in contact to enable correct posture, correct body alignment or to administer first aid.

Bodyline Dance Academy reserves the right to alter the timetable or venue in certain and unforeseen circumstances. Every effort will be made to adhere to the current 2008 schedule.