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Frequently
asked Questions
Can you help me choose a class for my child?
How much is the Kindermusik course?
What are the At Home Materials?
When can we come to a trial class?
What should I expect from a Trial Class?
Are there any other discounts available?
I have a second child. Do you have a discount for the
Sibling?
Can I bring my younger child to the class?
What happens if we miss a class?
How long do the classes go for?
Do you break for school holidays?
What should we bring?
Are parents involved in the class?
Do you
offer a Guarantee?
When should I enrol?
How do I pay the enrolment fee?
Can
you help me choose a class for my child?
The
age recommendations outlined for Kindermusik classes have been carefully
constructed to group children in an age and developmentally appropriate
way. Therefore it is important that your child be at least the minimum age
by the start of the semester for the class in which you are enrolling.
Village
0-18mths
Our
Time
18mths-3yrs
Imagine
That!
3-5yrs
If
you have concerns about your child’s success in a particular age range,
we are happy to discuss your child’s needs and work with you to place
him in the class best suited for him.
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How
much is the Kindermusik course?
Prices
and course length vary for the different age groups.
Please
note that these prices include the award-winning
materials that go home with the family the first week of term.
At Home Materials allow the Kindermusik experience to be continued in the
home. Use the following table to find out the enrolment fee (tuition &
materials) for each class:
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Fee
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Early
Bird
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Min
Deposit
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Village
(8 wks)
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$ 165
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$ 150
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$ 75
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Our
Time (1 6wks)
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$ 295
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$ 275
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$1 00
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Imagine
That (1 6wks)
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$3 00
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$ 280
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$ 150
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What
are the At Home Materials?
The
At Home Materials are the age-appropriate learning tools that go home with
each child at the beginning of the term. Kindermusik is much more than
just a weekly class. Your At Home Materials are just the tools you need to
continue that one-of-a-kind experience together as a family.
While
we plant the seeds of learning through music in the classroom, you will
use the At Home Materials at home to cultivate ongoing.
Unless
otherwise stated all At Home Materials are provided on the first day of
class as part of the enrolment fee (unless enrolment is late). Here is
a list of the contents of each package:
Village At Home Materials:
- Baby’s
Literature Book – Board book with delightful, colourful artwork.
- Baby’s
Home Journal – Scrapbook-like book that includes home activity cards
- Home
CD – Features all songs and chants from class plus more!
- Art
Banners (two) – Aids baby’s visual and language development.
- Clear
Vinyl Storage and Carry Bag – Complete with handles, snaps and logo!
Our
Time At Home Materials:
- Two
Home CDs
- Two
Colourfully Illustrated Literature Books
- A
Family Activity Book
- A
Colourful Child-Sized Bag
- Specially
Designed Instrument.
Imagine
That At Home Materials:
- Two
Home CDs
- Two
Colourfully Illustrated Literature Books
- An
Interruptive Play Set
- A
Family Activity Book
- A
Colourful Child-Sized Backpack
- Specially
Designed Instrument.
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When
can we come to a trial class?
Once
classes are established, please call me on 9390 4993
to arrange to sit in on a class during term time.
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What
should I expect from a Trial Class?
If
you and your child are able to make it to a trial class, it
is a good opportunity to meet the teacher and see her learning style. You
will also see the variety of the activit ies
in a typical kindermusik class and may get a chance to see the quality of
the At Home Materials.
While
we will invite everyone to participate in the activities it is wise not to
expect too much from your child on the first day. It is not uncommon for a
child to attend for several weeks before feeling comfortable in class.
Don’t be discouraged – what a child is absorbing in class is often
evidenced in the comfort of the home environment rather than in a certain
level of participation in class. The most important thing you can do for
your child is to be an active and patient role model.
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Are
there any other discounts available?
- Bring
a friend to class: If your friend signs up for next semester and
lets me know that you referred her, you’ll receive a Kindermusik
T-shirt worth $15.
- Early
Bird Special: The price is reduced if you pay in full before the
early bird date.
- Sibling
Discount: 10% off Tuition only. Sibling Kits are offered to
parents with a second or third child in the same class. (Sibling Kits
exclude At Home items that don’t need to be doubled up, such as a
CD, or literature book.)
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I
have a second child. Do you have a discount for the Sibling?
If
you enrol a second child you will receive a 10% discount off the second
child’s tuition only.
To
further reduce the cost, Sibling Kits are offered to parents with a second
or third child in the same class. (Sibling Kits exclude At Home items that
don’t need to be doubled up, such as a CD, or literature book.)
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Can
I bring my younger child to the class?
Due
to limited class sizes and the delicacy of the younger class settings Village
and Our Time classes can only accommodate
non-enrolled siblings when the sibling is young enough to stay contented
in a capsule or stroller. However, emergency situations are considered, so
please call if we can help.
The
first half hour of the Imagine That! class,
the children attend on their own but all family members are invited into
the class for the final 15 minutes of Sharing Time.
What
happens if we miss a class?
There
is no refund for a child missing a class. However a child who has missed a
class due to illness may be able to get a free catch up class
on a.
If
a teacher is sick and a replacement teacher cannot be found, the class
will be rescheduled.
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How
long do the classes go for?
All
classes are 45 minutes long.
Do
you break for school holidays?
Yes.
Classes do not take place on public holidays or during school holidays.
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What
should we bring?
We
do request that toys and juice cups be kept out of sight and that snacks
be finished prior to class. Be sure to dress comfortably.
Are
parents involved in the class?
Yes,
parents play an important role in any Kindermusik class.
During
class, the most important thing you can do for your child is to be an
active and patient role model. It is not uncommon for a child to attend
for several weeks before feeling comfortable in class. Don’t be
discouraged – what a child is absorbing in class is often evidenced in
the comfort of the home environment rather than in a certain level of
participation in class. The understanding and consistency of the parent or
caregiver in the class and at home are key to facilitating musical
learning and growth.
You
and your child will benefit enormously from the Kindermusik experience,
especially if you make active use of your At Home Materials. Reinforcement
and enjoyment of the Kindermusik materials make all the difference to a
child’s feeling of comfort and security in the classroom.
The
first half hour of the Imagine That! class for 3-5 year olds, the children
attend on their own but all family members are invited into the class for
the final 15 minutes of Sharing Time.
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Do you offer a Guarantee?
We
are committed to excellence in teaching and service. We ensure this
by attending available Kindermusik Professional Development Seminars and
Conferences, participating in online courses and conference phone calls
and collaborating with our colleagues.
We
encourage parents to communicate with the teacher after the class or by
phone if there are any issues that need addressing. If, after six weeks of
complete attendance at classes, use of the at home materials and after
consultation with your Kindermusik Educator, your satisfaction is not what
we all expected we will refund the balance of your tuition costs. The CDs
books and all materials will remain yours to keep.
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When
should I enrol?
Although
you may join our classes at anytime, you should register early since class
sizes are limited and many fill quickly. Enrolling at least 3 weeks before
the semester begins also ensures that we will have your child’s
materials ready for the first class.
Students
enrolled by the Early Bird date will receive a discount
provided payment is received in full.
A
place can be secured (and materials ordered) with a minimum deposit. The
balance is required on the commencement
of
term classes.
[If you need to pay in instalments due to difficulty paying by lump sum,
then an agreed arrangement for this can be discussed however, the
early bird discount will not be applicable under these circumstances.]
All
fee rates and payment details can be found on the enrolment
form.
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How
do I pay the enrolment fee?
Only
cheque, cash or electronic transfer will be accepted. Electronic transfer
details are available on the enrolment form.
All cheques should be made out to Barbara
Whitnell.
Cheques can be posted to:
Barbara
Whitnell, Star Studio of Music & Dance, 26 Excalibur Circle, Camillo
6111 WA.
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