Terms & Conditions

Welcome to Avid Art Studio. By enrolling in our programmes, parents, guardians and adult students agree to the following Terms and Conditions.

1. Enrolment

1.1 Enrolment is confirmed only upon receipt of full payment.

1.2 Class placements are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

1.3 Avid Arts Studio reserves the right to combine, postpone or cancel classes if minimum enrolment is not met.

2. Fees and Payment

2.1 Fees are payable before the start of trial classes, single session classes and terms (10 and 12 lessons classes).

2.2 All materials are included unless otherwise stated.

2.3 Fees are non-transferable to another student.

2.4 Late payment may result in the release of the reserved class placement.

3. Trial Classes

3.1 One trial class per new student.

3.2 Trial fees are non-refundable.

3.3 Participation in a trial class does not guarantee a place in the programme.

4. Attendance and Make-up Classes

4.1 Students are encouraged not to miss any scheduled lessons.

4.2 Parents or adult leaners should notify the studio as early as possible if a student is unable to attend class.

4.3 One make-up lesson per term may be offered for absence due to illness or valid reasons, subject to availability.

4.4 No make-up lessons will be provided for:

• No-shows without prior notice

• Voluntary absence such as holidays or other enrichment activities

• Missed make-up lessons

4.5 Make-up lessons must be completed within the same term unless otherwise approved by the studio.

5. Refund and Withdrawal Policy

5.1 Course fees are non-refundable once a term has commenced.

5.2 Withdrawal before the commencement of a new term requires a fourteen days' written notice or notification.

5.3 Refund requests due to exceptional medical circumstances may be considered at the sole discretion of Avid Art Studio.

6. Class Cancellations

6.1 If Avid Art Studio cancels a lesson due to unforseen circumstances, students will be offered:

• a replacement lesson;

• a make-up class; or 

• studio credit.

7. Arrival and Collection

7.1 Parents are responsible for ensuring students arrive punctually.

7.2 Parents or authorised caregivers should collect children promptly after class.

7.3 The studio is not responsible for supervising children before or after scheduled lesson times.

8. Health and Safety

8.1 Students who are unwell should remain at home. Please do not attend class if the student has :

• fever

• vomiting or diarrhoea

• contagious illnesses

• any condition that may place other students at risk

8.2 Parents should inform the studio of :

• allergies

• medical conditions

• special learning or behavioural needs

9. Behaviour Expectations

9.1 We strive to create a respectful and encouraging learning environment. Students are expected to :

• respect teachers and fellow students

• use studio materials responsibly

• follow safety instructions

• contribute positively to the class environment

9.2 Where behaviour repeatedly disrupts learning or compromises safety, Avid Art Studio reserves the right to suspend or terminate enrolment after appropriate discussion with parents.

10. Student Artwork

10.1 Student artworks remain the property of the student.

10.2 The studio may retain selected artworks temporarily for exhibitions, displays or photography with prior consent.

10.3 Parents are encouraged to collect completed artworks promptly.

11. Photography and Media

11.1 Avid Art Studio may photograpgh or film:

• classroom activities

• exhibitions

• student artworks

• studio events

These images may be used for :

• website

• social media

• exhibition

• brochures

• educational publications

Parents who prefer their child not to appear in photograpghs should notify the studio in writing during enrolment.

12. Personal Belongings

12.1 Students are responsible for their own belongings.

12.2 Avid Art Studio is not liable for loss or damage to personal items brought into the studio.

13. Intellectual Property

13.1 The following remain the intellectual property of Avid Art Studio:

• curriculum

• lesson plans

• teaching resources

• worksheets

• teaching methodology

• CREATE Framework

• photograpghs produced by the studio

• website content

These materials may not be copied, reproduced, distributed or used commercially without prior written permission.

14.Portfolio and DSA Disclaimer

14.1 Avid Art Studio supports students in developing artistic skills, creativity and portfolio work. However: 

• admission decisions for Direct School Admission (DSA) are made solely by the respective schools;

• participation in Avid Art Studio programmes does not guarantee DSA selection, admission, awards, or examination outcomes.

15. Limitation of Liability

15.1 While reasonable care is taken to ensure a safe learning environment, Avid Art Studio shall not be liable for:

• accidental injury occurring during normal studio activities;

• loss or damge to personal belongings;

• interruptions due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability where such exclusion is prohibited by Singapore law.

16. Privacy Policy

16.1 Avid Art Studio respect your privacy. Personal information collected may be used for:

• class registration

• payment administration

• communication regarding lessons and events

• emergency contact

• studio announcements

Personal information will not be sold to third parties and will be handled in accordance with Singapore's Personal data Protection Act (PDPA). Parents may request access to or correction of their personal data by contacting the studio.

17. Changes to Programmes

17.1 Avid Art Studio reserves the right to amend:

• lesson content

• teaching schedules

• teachers

• studio policies

• programme structure

where reasonably necessary to maintain programme quality.

18. Acceptance of Terms

By enrolling in Avid Art Studio programmes, parents, guardians and adult students acknowledge that they have read, understood and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.