Music tuition leaflet autumn term 2016

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Music Tuition

Autumn Term 2016 Telephone: 01395 514823 www.sidmouthcollege.devon.sch.uk

Instrumental Music Tuition at Sidmouth College All students at Sidmouth College are encouraged to take advantage of music tuition. At present we can offer tuition in the following areas:  Strings  Woodwind  Brass  Drum Kit  Guitar  Keyboard  Piano  Singing Your son/daughter will also have opportunities to take part in various instrumental and vocal groups at the College and perform at a variety of events.

How much does tuition cost?

Charges are based on 11 lessons per term; 33 lessons per academic year. The charge for instrumental tuition is shown opposite and is payable in advance.

Please note – Music tuition is on a rolling contract and will continue unless a half term’s written notice for discontinuation of lessons is given. If this notice is not given you will be charged the next full term amount. Please note this rolling contract also rolls across academic years. All notice to be sent to the school reception.

Reduced fees will be charged for pupils who are registered for Free School Meals (FSM). This is due to subsidy from the Pupil Premium. If you meet any of the criteria below, you are eligible for FSM: Income support  Income-based Job Seekers Allowance  Child Tax Credit - where the parent is not entitled to Working Tax Credit and household income does not exceed £16,190  Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 Details on how to claim FSM are on the college website or you can collect a form from the office.

Does the College provide the instruments?

Unfortunately, we cannot provide instruments for extra-curricular tuition. However, we can provide you with details for the purchase or hire of instruments if your child does not already have an instrument at home.

How do I book the lessons?

If you would like your son/daughter to take advantage of music tuition at the College would you please complete the Music Tuition Booking Form opposite (front and back) and return it to the College Office.

MUSIC TUITION BOOKING FORM AUTUMN 2016 Name of student: ..........................................................

Tutor Group : ............................

Please tick the type of lesson you require below: Individual Lessons/per term

Group Lessons/per term (up to 4 students)

20 minute lessons - £120 30 minute lessons - £180

30 minute lessons - £90

If pupil is eligible for reduced fees: 20 minute lessons - £87 30 minute lessons - £130

30 minute lessons - £65

Please indicate your child’s chosen instrument and level of competence below:

Beginner Strings

violin / cello

Woodwind

flute/clarinet/saxophone

Brass

trumpet/cornet/trombone/French horn

No. of Years

Current Grade

Drum kit (Individual lessons only) Keyboard

piano/keyboard

Guitar

bass/electric/acoustic

Singing

**Payment for lessons must be made at the time of booking and may be made either in one lump sum or in two equal instalments at the beginning of each half term.

Cheques should be made payable to Devon County Council.

Date: ......................................................

Autumn Term - Musical Instrument Lessons – Parental Agreement

I, .............................................., parent/guardian of ...............................................,

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would like my son/daughter to have musical instrument lessons this term

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understand that payment for lessons must be made before lessons begin

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agree that my child will be responsible for finding out when his/her lessons are and will attend lessons regularly (Please note – new students are always informed of their first lesson)

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agree to give half a term’s notice if my son/daughter is going to discontinue instrument lessons the following term

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agree to the teacher having access to my phone number and address in order to discuss exam arrangements etc.

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understand I am committing to a full term’s lessons and that no refunds will be given

Please sign and return this agreement at the beginning of term if you wish your son/ daughter to be timetabled for lessons.

If we do not receive the signed form we will not be able to include your son/daughter in the timetable.

Signed: ............................................................... (Parent/Guardian)

Date: ...................................