Terms & Conditions
Lessons [Updated 02.07.2024]
All Lessons are held in Blanch Music (Excluding, Online Lessons where applicable)
Private lessons are on a 1:1 basis, they are 30 minutes long. All private classes are held in dedicated lesson rooms.
Group lessons are 45-minute lessons, there is a maximum of 6 students per group and no less than 4. A group of less than four will be given a 30-minute lesson, times are subject to change throughout the term. Drum lessons with less than 3 students will be 30-minutes. Group classes are only available to students up to 18 years of age.
Groups are made up based on the student’s aptitude but we try to place students of like ages and ability into the same classes. Some changes may be made at the teacher’s request.
Places can only be held with the payment of a booking deposit
If your teacher is unable to give a class/lessons an alternative day or teacher will be arranged.
Blanch Music does not open on Bank Holidays, any lessons that are due on a Bank Holiday will not be charged for at the start of the term.
If you wish to speak with a teacher regarding progress or any other issue, we ask that you do so at the start of a class as a courtesy to the next student.
Exams: Exams are optional, there are a number of options. Please ask in the office or your teacher for details. Exam fees are extra, payable to the examinations board. Accompaniment is required (at the cost of the student) for all exams excluding Guitar, Drums & Piano.
Lesson Prices & Discounts
Lesson Fee’s from September 2024
Term Payment
30 Minute Private Classes €26.95
45 Minute Private Classes €40.45
2 Person 30 Minute Group €17.15
3 Person Group (30 – 45 Minutes) €15.35
Monthly Payment
30 Minute Private Classes €27.95
45 Minute Private Classes €42.00
2 Person 30 Minute Group €18.15
3 Person Group (30 – 45 Minutes) €16.35
Discount Structure
1st Member or Instrument (as Normal)
2 Family Members or 2 Instruments 10%
3 Family Members or 3 Instruments (from 2nd Member / Instrument) 15%
Student Shop Discount, 10%
Missed/Cancelling Classes
Missed Lessons and Rescheduling Policy
Notice of Absence:
Students must provide a minimum of 48 hours' notice if they are unable to attend a scheduled lesson. Notice should be given via [Email/Contact Us Form/Phone/Online Portal].
Rescheduling Limitations:
Students are allowed to reschedule a maximum of two lessons per term, provided the 48-hour notice requirement is met.
Rescheduled lessons will be offer during the term. This will be done via the Student Portal. Make Up Credits Cannot be transferred between Terms or between Academic Years.
Failure to Provide Notice:
If a student fails to provide the required 48 hours' notice, the lesson will be forfeited and will not be eligible for rescheduling or make-up credit.
Make-Up Credits:
In lieu of refunds, students who provide the required 48 hours' notice may receive a "Make-Up Credit" for each missed lesson.
Make-Up Credits can be used to schedule an additional lesson within the same term, subject to instructor availability.
Excessive Absences:
If a student misses more than two lessons in a term without appropriate notice, the school reserves the right to review the student's enrollment status and may take action, including but not limited to termination of enrollment.
Exceptions:
Exceptions to this policy may be made at the discretion of the school administration in cases of emergency or unforeseen circumstances. Requests for exceptions must be submitted in writing and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Communication:
All communications regarding missed lessons, rescheduling, and make-up credits must be directed to the office.
Teacher Absence
Notice of Teacher Absence:
In the event that a teacher is unable to attend a scheduled lesson, the school will make every effort to provide a substitute teacher from within the school.
Rescheduling Lessons:
If a substitute teacher is not available, the missed lesson will be rescheduled for another date that is convenient for both the student and the teacher. The school/teacher will coordinate with the student to find a suitable time for the rescheduled lesson.
Credit for Missed Lessons:
If rescheduling is not feasible, the missed lesson will be credited towards the next term or academic year. These credits will be tracked and can be applied to future lessons.
Refunds:
If the student is not returning for the next term or academic year, and the rescheduled dates do not suit the student's schedule, a refund for the missed lesson will be provided. The school will process the refund in a timely manner. All Refund’s will be processed via Bank Transfer or Payments made via Stripe can be refunded via Stripe.
Communication:
All communications regarding teacher absences, substitute teachers, rescheduling, credits, and refunds must be directed to the office. The school will keep students informed of any changes as soon as they are known.
Emergency Situations:
In cases of emergency or unforeseen circumstances leading to a teacher's absence, the school will make every effort to inform students promptly and will follow the above policies to ensure minimal disruption to the student's learning.
Payments
A booking deposit of €50 is required to secure a place for lessons, this deposit will be refunded if you cannot be offered any class.
Deposit Dates are notified before the end of every term by Email & SMS
Place are not guaranteed if Deposit’s are not received by the due date sent in notifications
Deposits cannot be taken on accounts with an outstanding balance. Any payments made will be taken off current balance and places/times cannot be held.
Blanch Music cannot take responsibility for unopened correspondence.
Blanch Music accepts cheques (made payable to Blanchardstown School of Music), Cash, Pay Pal or Credit Card.
Booking deposits for lessons must be prompt and paid to secure all places (Bookings).
The Balance of Fee’s is due after Week 2 of Lessons.
Unpaid Balanced after 1st Month of Lessons will default to payment plan pricing (Monthly Billing). If fee’s are unpaid after the 1st Month of lessons either prompt payment is required or you can move to our monthly payment plan.
Payment options are available. Anyone opting for Pre-Paid classes must make final payment by the end of the first month of classes. If you do not make payment you will be moved onto the monthly payment (taken classes will be retroactively charged at surcharge price)
General Terms & Conditions
Students deemed to be disruptive to other students, teachers or members of staff will be asked to leave or their guardian will be asked to collect them. Our aim is to have a fun and professional atmosphere in the school.
Students who are not returning to the school for the following term must notify the school as soon as possible.
Blanch Music cannot be held responsible for any damage, theft or loss of any instruments, equipment or other items.
Blanch Music value any input or suggestions, which may help to improve the quality of our service. Please do not hesitate to contact a member of staff or the manager.
Blanch Music will not be able to loan students instruments from the shop, please ensure students bring all materials / instruments needed for lessons.
GDRP Compliance: Please note information provided is used only within the school. Emails and Contact number are only used for School purposes. Students using our Online Portal; Your details will be held for 90 days after your last class. After this time your Logins will be deactivated.
Stoping Classes: Please notify the office if you are not continuing Lesson with Blanch Music. This will allow us to deactivate online profiles and delete them in accordance with our GDPR Policy.