FAQs Archive - chloemaysdanceacademy.co.uk

Q: Will my child get to take dance exams?

From school age children have the opportunity to take IDTA exams in Ballet, Tap & Contemporary Modern or Theatre Craft. From 6 years onwards our Acro Dancers have the opportunity to earn certificates and medals by teacher assessment in class following the Acrobatic Arts Levels. Some IDTA exams carry UCAS points to support university entrance. Exams are fantastic opportunities for your child to progress with their dance education, receive recognition for their efforts and appear as a stand out skill on a CV in years to come!

Q: Will my child get to perform?

Yes! We hold an annual dance show in a local theatre and all children are invited to take part. We also perform in the community for example summer fetes, carnivals and retirement homes. Participation in performances is always optional.

Q: Can I watch my child’s dance classes?

All of our Pre-School classes allow parents to watch (and for many parents will take part in the class). Our school age classes are independent so parents do not watch these classes. At the end of the Christmas and Summer term we invite parents in to watch the last class or a short class performance. Please follow our Facebook and Instagram pages for regular videos and photos of your child’s classes.

Q: Are there any other costs involved?

The medals for the Melody Bear and Acro Antics programmes are not included in you class fees and cost £4.50 each. Sticker charts and stickers are free and children will usually achieve one medal per term (for each dance style taken). For older children exams are usually entered every 1-2 years but this is optional. Exam costs vary from £15-£30 per exam which includes the certificate and medal/plaque. For our annual theatre show there is a participation charge to cover costume hire, rehearsals and staffing costs. We hire costumes in as this is significantly cheaper then asking you to purchase the costumes. The theatre sells tickets for the show which cover the theatres hire and their professional technical staff.

Q: What if I need to cancel my class?

If you need to cancel your child’s classes, please email Chloe May at info@chloemaysdanceacademy.co.uk . Please note that there is a 4 week notice period to cancel your child’s classes and you will be charged for classes that take place during this time.

Q: How do I pay for classes?

We take an automated monthly payment on 1 st of each month from the bank or credit card details you supplied when registering. Your first payment may be higher to account for classes attended prior to the first payment being taken. The monthly payment plan spreads the cost of classes evenly across 12 months running September to August. Your August payment will be adjusted to ensure you have paid the correct amount for the year to cover your child’s classes.

Q: How much do classes cost?

1 x class per week = £6.50 - payable by 12 x monthly payments of £20.00 For additional classes please multiply the above as needed (eg x 2 classes = £40, x 3 classes = £60). Your monthly payment plan covers 37 weeks of classes per year and spreads the cost evenly across 12 months (September to August)

Q: Do I need to register?

To join the Academy (following your trial class) you will need to pay a one-off £12 registration fee when you sign up. This fee covers administration and a welcome pack with gifts and sticker chart (if applicable to your child’s class). No registration fee is required for adult classes, trial classes and one-off workshops/holiday camps.

Q: How do I choose the right class for my child?

Classes are organised by school year groups to help you select suitable classes. On the class pages you will see descriptions of each dance style and you are welcome to book a trial of each style to see which they prefer. Many of our children take 2 or 3 different classes a week as they enjoy all the dance styles. For individual advice please contact Chloe May: info@chloemaysdanceacademy.co.uk