Kindermusik with Christa Beck offers ongoing enrollment for the school year for all of our studio classes. This means you stay enrolled through May, once you join us, with all of the benefits of enrollment, unless you let us know you need to withdraw. At May, we finish all classes and lessons, have a year end party, and a re-start with summer then fall enrollment.
Summer enrollments are separate, and school year starts in September and finishes in May, 9 months of classes and payments, unless you decide to "Pause" before the end of the school year. You can withdraw and then start up again at any time of the year. Just be sure to submit your change before the 15th of the month, then there is no charge for the following month and you may finish your paid month. If you submit a late pause request, a $35 late fee will apply, or you may stay through the following month and then pause enrollment. Please be aware that all make-ups must be done while you are actively enrolled. You will lose all make-ups once you withdraw. Sometimes a better plan is to continue to stay enrolled so that you can don't lose the classes you have missed! Your space will also be opened to new families and there is no guarantee of it being available upon your return.
Make Kindermusik Your Priority: Music Education Comes First
We recognize the challenge of navigating various options for young children's activities in today's world. Amid choices and financial considerations, we advocate for a strong foundation in early childhood music education for lifelong benefits. Kindermusik extends beyond music; it encompasses developmental, emotional, social, cognitive, and language skills. Lessons encompass routines, goals, effort, achievement, creativity, and confidence-building. We're shaping young minds that will one day make a significant impact on the world.
Navigating Phases: "It's Just a Phase"
- Children experience phases (teething, independence, resistance to practice), which are temporary.
- Consistency in routines and rituals helps children navigate through phases effectively.
- We're committed to supporting children through various phases and hope for your partnership.
Nurturing Engagement: Dealing with Expecations and Reality
- Children's varying levels of participation are expected and met where they are.
- Our environment allows for movement in the classroom (it's ok to move) and choice of participating in so many ways to accommodate children's needs.
- While you may have an expectation of what participation shoule look like, it's essential to follow your child's lead. That may be watching rather than playing. Or moving around the room while others are sitting. Or sitting while others are moving. That is not necessarily disinterest, rather it is following the child's lead and learning style. They are learning each in their own way.
- Engage in activities at home using Kindermusik App; they will likely re-engage with time.
Adapting to Change: If Change Is Needed
- We understand schedules change, but a change in schedule shouldn't lead to withdrawal.
- If the current class isn't convenient, we can help find a suitable alternative.
- Occasionally, changing classes or teachers might be beneficial; all educators are skilled and unique.
- Should you wish to explore a different class/teacher, don't hesitate to let us know!