Kindermusik Class Policies—each class participant is responsible for reading, and agreeing  to the following policies as a courtesy to all enrolled in the program.

KINDERMUSIK CLASS POLICIES

Pre Registration is required for all programs.

Schedule subject to change at any time, minimum class enrollment must be met.

Food Drinks Toys and Strollers are not allowed in our classroom.

Adults participate in programs for children under 4. 

· Adults are required to actively participate by singing, dancing, etc. 

· Please arrive 2 minutes early to “settle in” and stay focused on your child’s needs during class. 

· Please do not arrive to the facility  more than 5 minutes early as this time is needed to prepare for class.

· Adults must be willing to calmly and quietly step out of the room with their child should he/she become a disruption to others (running, screaming, or throwing things).  Be willing to talk to your child in the hallway briefly (where it is quiet, and your child can hear you), and then return to class if/when they have calmed down. 

All participants wear socks during class (adults and children).

Your registration fee is refundable up to 24 hours after the first class, no questions asked. Materials Fees for opened materials and $10 processing fee will be held. Payments are non-refundable after the first week of class. 

Make ups are offered during the current session only.  One or two (maximum 2 per session) may be offered depending on the length of a session.  Make ups are a courtesy, they are in no way guaranteed as part of your enrollment.  Make ups are easily “booked” online at this website see make up request page. 

Sick children and sick adults are not allowed to come to class.

Unenrolled children / siblings are not allowed to visit.  If I have room, you may be able to bring another child for an additional drop-in fee.  Please contact me to arrange this.  Grandparents, caregivers are welcome to accompany you to class any time.

Photo / Video release:  By enrolling in Kindermusik, you agree to the release of any class photo or video clip that may contain an image of you or your child participating in class activities.  Names never released, personal information never shared with anyone.

Each family enrolled in Kindermusik agrees to release, waive and discharge Music with Melissa,  The OptimaLearning Center, Lanham Village Homeowners Association and Melissa Ayotte from any and all liability for any injury, loss, or property damage, arising out of or in any way connected with participation by the adult participant or the enrolled child in the program, before, during, or after class, indoors or outdoors.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Are all Kindermusik programs the same? No.  Each Kindermusik educator sets her own class schedule, program policies, and tuition and registration prices.  We are not a franchise (like Gymboree) we are licensed, independent instructors.

 

How are you able to charge less than others in the area? By not teaching through a city recreation department, and using word-of-mouth advertising instead of print ads, I am able to keep my overhead very low. By keeping my prices affordable, I do hope to be able to reach more families with the Kindermusik Experience.

 

Can I preview a class prior to enrolling? Yes.  Please go the Preview page of this website for more details.

 

Can I attend Kindermusik on a drop in basis? No. Our program builds on repetition.  Regular weekly attendance is required to achieve the Kindermusik experience.

 

Can I make up a missed class? Yes!  If you miss a class, and would like a Free make up, just contact me  within 48 hours of your absence.  If I have space in another class, which I usually do, you will be offered a make up.

 

Can I bring my baby to my older child’s Our Time (18 months to 4 year olds) class? No, your Toddler/Preschooler will need your full attention during Kindermusik Class.

 

My 16 month old is very “advanced” and moves around a lot.  May we enroll in the 18 month class? No, this is not a good idea on several levels, and does not benefit your child, or the class.  Kindermusik Village is the place for 16 month olds.

 

Is Kindermusik different than other music programs for young children? The biggest difference between Kindermusik and other music and child development programs ... is in the music. Kindermusik crosses cultures, and countries, and languages. They collect, record, archive and distribute songs that literally have stood the test time. The tunes that were lovingly passed on one from generation to the next, one parent and child at a time, are still as relevant today.  Kindermusik goes to all this trouble collecting this music for a good reason: the children. Exposure to a wide variety of music is good for them. Please visit Kindermusik International’s website for more information.  www.kindermusik.com

 

Do we play a lot of instruments at Kindermusik? Yes, instrument exploration and play are cornerstones of the Kindermusik program, and these activities are mixed in with object play, fine and gross motor movement, listening, chanting, vocal play and much more! Presented in a non-performance based atmosphere, children will learn many musical elements: timbre, tempo, dynamics, etc. using high-quality, safe, REAL, musical instruments such as: drums, shakers, bells, whistles, small percussion, strings, and more!

 

My child is very active, I don’t think he will sit still in a music class.  Your child is permitted to move about the room the whole time if he wants to!  Very small children will learn music the same way they learn English: simply by being in the environment.  New walkers will seem to walk and walk constantly sometimes for many months and we do not try to discourage them in any way.  Moving is learning!  Now, your class experience will end up requiring a lot of movement as well, if your child is a real mover.  Adults are not permitted to sit and watch their children roam, they will need to be up and about with their child to participate in the class. (So eat a good breakfast!)

 

Why can’t I bring my child’s snack or toy into the room? There is a time and place for everything.  Toys and Food do not belong in a Music Classroom. 

 

Do I have to buy the Home Materials? Yes, everyone enrolled in Kindermusik must purchase a set of Home Materials.  If you need help affording Kindermusik, contact me directly to discuss options.

 

Can I bring my child’s Grandparents to class with me? Yes, (especially the singing ones!)

 

Can I send someone other myself to class to participate with my child?  Absolutely: nannies, aunts, uncles, grandparents, are all welcomed as class participants.  But if you will send another adult to participate with your child, you must make sure they understand the policies regarding arriving 2 minutes early, no food or toys,  and that singing and dancing are “required”.

 

Can I bring a friend to preview? Please have your friend schedule their preview class through this website.  ALL available class times are listed at the PREVIEW page.

 

Can I enroll in the middle of a session? Yes, I continue to take enrollments all year as class space is available.  Mid session enrollments are offered with prorated tuition for the remainder of the session.

 

 

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