Studio Etiquette and Expectations
What we expect from our Students:
What we expect from our Parents
What we expect from our Competition Students and Parents
- Please review the Uniform requirements and ensure you adhere to the rules, we recommend that you arrive at the studio in street clothes that you can change into after class rather than ballet attire. Do not wear your ballet shoes outside of the studio as this can lead to them being damaged
- We expect all students to be courteous and respectful of their Teachers and the other students, we do not tolerate bullying or fighting
- The specialised dance floors are very expensive, and very precious, there is to be absolutely NO food or drink taken into the studios.
- The only footwear to be worn in the studio are dance shoes. Street shoes must be removed before entering, please check your child’s ballet shoes – if they are dirty please clean them before their first class
- Please arrive 20 minutes before class so that you can get ready and warm up properly
- We cannot be held responsible for the loss or breakage of any valuables and recommend these are left at home or with a parent/guardian
What we expect from our Parents
- Please ensure you have provided us with all your current contact details and let us know as soon as possible of any changes
- We encourage parents/guardians/family to come and watch classes which can be done at the back of the studio, we ask that you are considerate of the students and keep noise to a minimum.
- We also do not allow filming or photography during class
- Please let us know if your child is injured or ill and unable to attend classes
- All term fees are to be paid in full at the start of each term unless by prior arrangement
- Should you have any concerns please direct any questions to the relevant teacher via telephone or the Contact Form. Please do not approach the teachers during class
- The studio is a smoke free environment
- Please arrive before the end of class to pick up your children rather than making them wait, the safety of the children is a priority
- Examination fees must be paid in full prior to the final exam entry date (these will be made available as they are decided)
What we expect from our Competition Students and Parents
- If you are unable to attend a private lesson please endeavour to find another student to take your place, if you are unable to fill the lesson please let the teacher know and provide them with the appropriate fee.
- Remember you are representing the school at competitions and we expect you to embrace the spirit of sportsmanship
- All competition costumes must be returned with the fees paid in full in the fourth term
- Theatre class students are expected to participate in the group dances at competitions, if you are away, ill or injured you need to notify the teacher as soon as possible