TERMS & CONDITIONS OF ENROLMENT

1.FEES
1.1 Prices quoted are on a term basis unless otherwise stated.
1.2 All sundry fees (including costume levy, extra rehearsal for competitions or concerts, exams & digital videos) are payable in term 4. Fee will be published by October of each year.
1.3 Late Payments: Failure to pay fees by the due date may affect the student's continuation of classes. If payment is subsequently made, credits for missed classes will not be issued.
1.4 In the event that APO/DW incurs any expense in relation to the collection of any fees and charges, it will be entitled to charge (you) for these expenses, which shall include but not be limited to debt collection, agency fees, legal costs and disbursements.
1.5 You acknowledge and agree that APO/DW subject to any relevant privacy legislation, may disclose personal information to obtain credit reports either to assess credit rating or to collect fees and for this purpose obtain personal information from an entity that provides commercial credit worthiness information and disclose personal information to credit reporting or collecting agencies before, during or after entry of this agreement.
1.6 APO/DW reserves the right to cancel a class if there are less than 10 students enrolled per term and in this instance, refunds shall apply for class fees from date of cancellation.
 
2.  WITHDRAWALS
2.1 Students are enrolled on a Term basis, however, if a student wishes to withdraw, notice is required in writing.
2.2 The withdrawal fee applied is calculated as the tuition fees payable for the full term less any tuition charges accrued for the term. The Withdrawal Fee shall not exceed 10 weeks and represents the opportunity cost of declining another student’s application in favour of the withdrawing student at the time of enrolment. To avoid confusion, parents / students are asked to offer notice of withdrawal in writing as a student’s mere discontinuation of classes will not be deemed a ‘Withdrawal’.
2.3 If a student withdraws due to medical reasons rendering the student totally incapacitated for 30 consecutive days or more, a pro-rata fee will apply for fees accrued during the term. A Medical certificate is required in this case and must be submitted within 30 days of withdrawal. Certificates received after 30 days shall not be deemed valid.
 
3. REFUNDS & CREDITS
3.1 All group class fees (tuition or sundry) are non-refundable, non-transferable nor eligible for a credit, except as specified below:
a) Withdrawal before the course starts: full refund applies.
b) The class is cancelled by APO/DW due to insufficient enrolment: refund less any accrued classes apply.
c) If the Student becomes incapacitated for four (4) consecutive weeks, due to serious illness or injury, a credit will be issued for any unused portion of prepaid fees. The Student must supply a medical certificate confirming total incapacitation.
3.3  Non-Attendance Policy: Refunds or credits do not apply for non-attendance or change of mind.
3.4 COVID-19 Lockdown Restrictions: If government-imposed restrictions require DW to stop face to face training temporarily, DW may offer on-line training via Zoom (excluding under 5 year old classes, tap dance & acrobatics). Where online classes are offered as an alternative during lockdown, no refunds or credits will be issued.
3.5 If a student is required by law to quarantine and therefore miss classes, the student will be eligible for a credit under this circumstance.
3.6 Credits must be redeemed within 6 months from date of issue.
 
4. RULES
4.1 Students are required to attend all the classes they are enrolled in, scheduled rehearsals and performances and be punctual at all times. Unfortunately, Students who persistently fail to comply with these requirements may be restricted from participating in class or from participating in the Junior / Senior Concert.
4.2  Students are required to adhere to the grooming requirements, including correct uniform & hair and footwear for each class (refer to uniform requirement list). Baggy clothing, jewellery (incl watches) and other unauthorised accessories are not permitted in class. Female students are required to neatly tie back hair and in classical ballet classes; hair must be placed in a neat bun. Unfortunately, students who persistently fail to comply with these requirements may not be allowed to participate in class.
4.3 APO/DW reserves the sole right to determine, at its discretion, the competency level of each student and will decide the appropriate class/es, performances and competition in which the Student participates or engages in. Students must attend classes in their appropriate age group, unless APO/DW determines the student must move to a younger or older age group.
4.4 Classes advertised as 1 hour will run for 55 minutes to allow students to change shoes, have water & a snack before the commencement of their next class. Classes advertised as 45 minutes will run for the full 45 minutes.
4.5 Parents are not permitted in the classroom except on Open Days. Classes can be observed through glass windows. In case of COVID-19 density rules limiting numbers indoor, family or friends may not be allowed in the building.
4.6 All patrons and guests are required to keep the APO/DW premises neat and orderly.
4.7 All patrons will be responsible for their own goods & property. APO/DW will not be liable for any loss or damage to any person's property. Uniform or any belongings left in the studio is not the responsibility of DW. Please label everything.
4.8 Students who are disruptive or disrespectful towards their teachers, other students and APO/DW staff will be asked not to participate in class.
4.9 All patrons and their guests shall indemnify APO/DW for any loss or damage to APO/DW’s property caused directly or indirectly by the patron and / or their guest.
4.10 APO/DW shall not be liable for any injury sustained by a student or patron whilst participating in a class and/or attending the premises of APO/DW. Accordingly, the Student & Parent agree to hold APO/DW harmless against all actions, proceedings, damages, costs, expenses, claims and demands instituted or made as a result of you, the student and or patron, sustaining a loss or injury. Whilst participating in class, students will be supervised by a qualified instructor.
4.11 Parents are advised to collect students immediately after the class finishes and advise their children not to leave the premises without a parent or guardian.
4.12 Parents, students or guests are NOT allowed to film or photograph the student during classes, rehearsals or performances, except where express authority is obtained in writing or on open days held at the APO/DW where parents & guests are allowed to film parts of the classes.
 
5. PHOTOGRAPHIC RELEASE
5.1 The parent, legal guardian and/or student consent to APO/DW broadcasting and recording (by photographs, films, tape or otherwise) the student’s participation in all APO/DW activities for exploitation throughout the world, with no limitations on time. All rights in the broadcasting and recording materials, including copyright therein and the ownership of the physical materials (negative, tapes, film), shall be APO/DW’s exclusive property. APO/DW shall have the right to make and publish copies of the said broadcasting and recording including the right to use the student's name in relation to APO/DW related activities only.
 
6.COMPETITIONS - APO/DW owns and controls all copyright to routines and choreography produced by APO/DW (‘works’). These works may not be reproduced or performed outside of DW activities without the prior written consent of APO/DW.
 
7. TEACHERS - As most of our teachers are actively working within the entertainment industry, from time to time, substitute teachers may conduct the classes without prior notice, instead of the regular teacher. Nevertheless, we try to maintain some consistency with students particularly for students under the age of 8.
 
8. COVIDSafe POLICIES
Students, parents & all visitors must adhere to DW's COVIDsafe policies:
8.1 If you are sick with cold or flu-like symptoms, required to quarantine or tested positive for coronavirus, please do not attend classes. DW reserves the right to restrict entry under any of the above circumstances.
8.2 Sanitise upon entry and regularly