Welcome to the 2024 Private Tuition Membership! 

Teacher's Commitment: Unlocking Your Musical Potential

At our studio, we're dedicated to providing not just music lessons but an enriching and motivating learning experience. Here's what you can expect from our side:

1. Safe and Engaging Environment: A learning space designed to be safe, engaging, and motivational.

2. Tailored Curriculum: Customised curriculum to meet the diverse learning needs of each student.

3. Evidence-Based Instruction: Instruction backed by evidence and focused on healthy technique training.

4. Practice Techniques: Prescription of appropriate and efficient practice techniques and habits.

5. Regular Communication: Consistent updates on student progress communicated to parents and guardians.

6. Performance Opportunities: Organisation of recitals and other performing opportunities to showcase talents.

Your Commitment: Nurturing a Musical Journey

For a harmonious learning journey, we expect our students and their families to contribute:

1. Effective Communication: Keep us informed of any concerns or issues arising from other activities.

2. Optimal Learning Environment: Provide an appropriate, distraction-free lesson and practice space.

3. Instrument Maintenance: Ensure a well-maintained instrument for effective learning.

4. Consistent Practice: Regular and consistent practice according to the teacher's suggestions.

5. Supervision and Encouragement: Supervise practice sessions, offering encouragement and support.

6. Punctuality: Demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality at lessons.

7. Performance Participation: Take advantage of local talent shows, ensembles, and competitions.

8. Punctual Payments: Ensure punctual payment of tuition and fees for seamless learning.

Lesson Schedule and Commitment: Your Path to Success

When you enrol, you secure your spot for the entire term. While changes to weekly schedules are considered, they are subject to approval on a case-by-case basis each month before tuition is due.

Annual Calendar:

- Students are guaranteed 42 lessons per year, divided into 4 terms.

- Summer term has 11 weeks, while others have 10 weeks.

- Our calendar aligns closely with ACT School Terms.

Emergency Weeks:

- 42 paid lessons, providing 10 weeks without lessons for vacations, holidays, emergencies, or schedule conflicts.

- Unused Emergency Weeks translate to extra lessons at no additional cost for students.

Scheduling:

- Lesson times roll over from Term 4 to Term 1, ensuring continuity.

- Changes mid-term are accommodated when possible but are not guaranteed.

Tuition and Materials: Investing in Your Musical Journey

Tuition:

- Flat-rate system for predictable monthly payments.

- Inclusive of pre-planned absences, My Music Staff portal access, constant feedback, supplemental material, recital fees, Studio 6 Ensemble, and theory lessons.

- Paid via automatic direct debit on the 1st of each month through Stripe.

Lesson Materials:

- Students are responsible for purchasing required music and materials.

- Advanced notice for any teacher-produced content provided within 24-48 hours.

Cancellation and Make-Up Policy: Flexibility in Learning

Student Absences:

- Tuition fee remains constant and is non-refundable for student absences.

- One make-up lesson guaranteed per term for specific conditions.

Teacher Absences:

- Make-up lessons offered or lesson credit applied if a make-up is not possible.

Withdrawal Policy: Flexibility for Life's Changes

- 30-day notice for withdrawal, communicated in person and via email/text.

- Withdrawn students forfeit their time slot but can be placed on a waiting list.

- Unused lessons refunded based on a case-by-case basis.

Recitals and Performances: Showcasing Your Talents

- Studio recitals at the end of Term 2 and Term 4.

- Performance pieces chosen six weeks in advance, subject to a hearing two weeks before the recital date.

Communication: Staying Connected

- The preferred communication channels are text messages or emails for effective and efficient interaction.

Contact Julia to get a quote and book a free trial today!