RULES
Arrival
All pupils must arrive 10 minutes prompt before each class. For the protection of pupils parents/guardians shall not leave their child until the class commences.
Collecting pupils
For the security and safety of the pupils parents/guardians shall come into the venue to collect their child(ren) as there are no breaks in the timetable to allow members of staff to accompany pupils outside. Parents/guardians shall also notify a member of staff if someone other than the child’s parent/guardian is collecting the pupil.
Please note parents/guardians are permitted to watch from the viewing gallery.
Doors will open 5 minutes before each class finishes and pupils must be picked up promptly. At the discretion of the Principal the following penalties could be imposed if there is late collection of pupils:
1. £1 penalty for late collection;
2. increasing to £3.00 if you are more than 15 minutes late;
3. increasing by £1.00 for every 5 minutes thereafter.
West Wales Academy of Dance Ltd. cannot accept responsibility for any pupil on or off the premises if the parent/guardian fails to comply with the above requirements on arrival and/or collection.
Absences
Parents/Guardians must give two weeks written notice for any known absences. During a term where pupils will be performing in shows notification of any known absences must be given at the beginning of the term.
Any unexpected absences must be notified to the Principal Melissa McPhee. Please contact the Principal prior to class on 07876 702 810 or via e-mail westwalesacademyofdance@hotmail.com.
Dress Code
Pupils are required to comply with the dress code of West Wales Academy of Dance Ltd.
Please note
West Wales Academy of Dance Ltd. reserves the right to amend the rules at any time without notice to individual pupils. Notice of any changes will be posted on www.westwalesacademyofdance.co.uk.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Definitions:
In these Terms & Conditions, the following meanings apply:
‘Company’ means West Wales Association of Dance Ltd.
‘Principal’ means Melissa Mcphee
‘Rules’ means the Rules annexed to these Terms and Conditions.
Charging Rates:
Standard rate:
· 30 minutes £3.50/class
· 1 hour £4.00/class
Charging Rates for Theatre Art Schools singing, acting & dance:-
· 30 minutes £3.50/class
· 1 hour £6.00/class (JUNIOR)
· 1 hour 30 minutes £7.00/class (INTERMEDIATE, SENIOR)
Cheerleading 1 hour £4.50/class
The Company reserves the right to alter the rates of charge.
Payment
All fees shall be paid before the commencement of the class to the appropriate member of staff. Attendance at the class will not be permitted unless payment is made before hand.
Photographs
Occasionally photographs or film may be used during a class/performance for the purpose of publicity. Please notify the Principal or any member of staff if you do not wish for the pupil to be involved.
Agencies
Agents are not permitted to audition pupil(s) for their books unless prior consent has been obtained by the pupil’s parent/guardian.
Confidential information
The Company shall not disclose any Confidential Information to any third party.
Health
For safety reasons parents/guardians shall be responsible for keeping the Principal and the appropriate members of staff updated and fully informed of the pupil’s health/medical conditions. Notification shall be given by the parent/guardian at the earliest opportunity to the appropriate member of staff and/or Principal. The Company reserves the right to refuse attendance of any pupil who is regarded as unfit to participate.
Accident/Injury
At all times the Company shall carry out all activities having regard to the safety of pupils. It is acknowledged that there is a possibility of a pupil slipping or falling or in some other way having an injury or accident whilst involved in the activities carried out by the Company. The Company shall not be held responsible for such accident or injuries but this shall not exclude personal injury caused by the Company’s negligence.
Enrolment:
The Company reserves the right to refuse the enrolment of a pupil without giving a reason for this refusal.
Exclusion:
Bullying
The Company has a zero tolerance policy on bullying and should any pupil breach the bullying policy a pupil may be excluded temporarily or permanently at the discretion or option of the Principal.
Misbehaviour
The Company will not tolerate any misbehaviour by pupils and reserve the right to exclude temporarily or permanently a pupil for misbehaviour at the discretion or option of the Principal.
Lost Property
The Company cannot be held responsible or liable for any lost property or damage to property. However any lost property found will be held by members of staff.
Bad Weather Conditions OR other emergency which may result in the cancellation of a class
In the event of inclement weather or any other emergency where it could not be foreseen that a class may be cancelled please call 07876 702 810 and listen to the recording. If your
Classes
Pupils are placed according to age and ability. If a pupil is more advanced, a higher level of class may be needed to strengthen the pupil's ability and give them a challenge. In most cases, pupils are with others their own age. Pupils are not placed because of friendships or how long they have been dancing. They are being placed strictly by the level of the technique which they demonstrate on a weekly basis. A pupil will be placed in a class where he/she will feel confident in order to promote the highest level of self-esteem. Please trust the staff's years of experience in the decision for class placement. The Company always act in the best interests of the pupil. Pupils progress at different levels and advancing a pupil before he/she is ready can create stress, a loss of interest and discouragement.
Waiver
(1) Failure by the Company to insist upon the strict performance of these rules and terms and conditions or failure to exercise any right or remedy to which they are entitled hereunder shall not constitute a waiver thereof.
(2) No waiver shall be effective unless it is communicated to the parent/guardian either orally or in writing.
Rules
All Rules must be complied with and the Company reserves the right to change these Rules at its discretion at any time but shall notify such change.
All notices and information will be posted on our website at www.westwalesacademyofdance.co.uk. A newsletter is released at the start of each term and it is the responsibility of the pupil and parent/guardian to read this thoroughly and adhere to any of its requests.
Queries, complaints or concerns
If you have any queries, complaints or concerns please do not hesitate to contact the Principal Melissa Mcphee on 07876 702 810 or via e-mail westwalesacademyofdance@hotmail.co.uk. Alternatively you can contact the Deputy Principals of West Wales Academy of Dance Ltd.: Ally Rosser and Hannah Davey. The Deputy Principal of Red Kites is Hannah Davey.
INFORMATION ABOUT
West Wales Academy of Dance opened in 1998 and are committed to dance being an enjoyable experience and to fostering confidence, different goals, commitment, self esteem, friendship and Teamwork is encouraged amongst staff and students alike, which allows the passion of dance to develop in a safe, fair and friendly environment. With themed terms, goals to achieve, each class is tailored to the individual needs. Our dance classes cover ages 3 to 19 years and are divided into Early Stages, Junior, Intermediate and Senior School, however the Ballet and Modern, Tap are divided into grades
Children are taught in a safe and secure environment all staff are CRB checked, Fully Qualified and Registered. West Wales Academy of Dance are a member of the International Dance Teachers Assosiation a global examination board in all styles of dance. The United Kingdom Alliance and a coroperate member of the British Dance Council.
The school maintains a high standard of professional tuition in different styles,I.D.T.A Ballet/Modern Jazz, Tap.U.K.A Freestyle/Street Dance, Musical Theatre Dance, Lyrical/Contemporary, Vocal Training and Acting.
Our School offers all students as much performance experience as possible, with everyone having the opportunity to display their dance skills in our major theatrical productions.
With examinations taken once yearly in all disciplines achieving very good results, West Wales Academy of Dance and the founder are very proud of the 100% pass rate
- All members of staff have Criminal Record Bureau authorisation.
- West Wales Academy of Dance Ltd. has an anti-bullying policy, child protection policy and a risk assessment/ health and safety policy. [We attach a copy for your information].
- West Wales Academy of Dance is a member of the International Dance Association.
Principal Melissa Mcphee
I.D.T.A and U.K.A Licentiate, Professional teacher of dance.
U.K.A Cheerleading
U.K.A Street Dance
U.K.A. /I.D.T.A. Ballet, Tap Modern
U.K.A/I.D.T.A Freestyle
National Diploma Performing Arts
