KINDERMUSIK with ELLEN SINGH
Program Policies
Choosing a Class
The age
recommendations outlined for Kindermusik classes have been carefully
constructed to best 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 date for the class in which
you are enrolling. If you have concerns
about your child’s success in a particular age range, I would be happy to
discuss your child’s needs and to work with you to place him/her in the class
best suited for him/her.
Register
Early
Although you may
join a class at any time, please register early since class sizes are limited
and many fill quickly. If you enroll
after the class begins, tuition can be pro-rated accordingly. Payment in full is due at registration. There is a $25 fee for returned checks.
Enrollment
Confirmation
A class registration
form and full payment must be received before enrollment can be confirmed. You will receive an “Initial Class
Information” E-mail shortly before class begins to confirm your enrollment.
Refunds
There are NO tuition
refunds unless there are extreme extenuating circumstances and at the discretion of your teacher.
Child
Illness Policy
In courtesy to other
class participants, please do not
bring your child to class if he/she has had any of the following symptoms
within 24 hours prior to class time: fever, rash, diarrhea,
vomiting, pink eye, etc.
Make-Up Classes
Classes will be made
up only in the event of teacher absence and/or her children’s
illness. If in doubt, call me!
(618-792-6190).I have my
business phone with me.
Non-enrolled Siblings
Due to the carefully
researched structure of the Kindermusik curriculum and for you, your
child, and the group to get the most out of each class, do not bring non-enrolled siblings to class.
Making the Most of Kindermusik Classes
Plan to arrive about
5-10 minutes prior to your class time. Arriving a few minutes early provides time for your child to settle into
the musical environment as he/she prepares to enjoy exploring instruments,
reading books, and/or listening to music.
I do request that toys, juice cups, and pacifiers be kept out of sight,
and that snacks/drinks be finished prior to class. Be sure to dress comfortably.
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 several classes 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 class and at home is key to facilitating musical
learning and growth.
Parents, please
visit with peers before and after class, but not during class time. When you are an active, focused, enthusiastic
participant in the class activities, your child will model your actions and
focus more fully too.
You and your child
will enormously benefit from the Kindermusik experience, especially if you make
active use of your At Home Materials.
Frequent reinforcement at home throughout the week makes all the
difference in a child’s comfort and participation in the class room as well as
in his/her developing life-long love of music.
Questions
or Concerns?
If at any time
during your class enrollment you have questions or concerns, do not hesitate to
contact me. I look forward to having
you and your child join us for a wonderful time of musical fun and learning
together in Kindermusik class!
