THE ART SPOT MISSION
As a private institution dedicated to serving the public, The Art Spot requires strict adherence to our Terms and Policies. We are a zero-tolerance facility, committed to fostering a safe and supportive experience for everyone.
OUR TERMS AND POLICIES
Behavior Policy
All artists, students and instructors of The Art Spot are expected to demonstrate responsible behavior in class or while on premise or attending any Art Spot activity off premise. Any damage to the facility and/or equipment as a result of disruptive behavior is the financial responsibility of the student and parent. The Art Spot reserves the right to discontinue instruction to any student who does not adhere to our policies or whose behavior is determined by the faculty/staff to be inappropriate or disruptive.
Registration/Class Policy
• Pre-registration is mandatory, registration will not be processed unless the form is completely filled out and tuition payment has been received.
• Full Refunds are available, with written notification to The Art Spot (minus a $35. processing fee) up to 14 days prior to the beginning of the first class.
• After 14 days prior to class starting, you will receive a credit good for one year, minus the $35. processing fee. There are no exceptions except for medical emergencies accompanied by a note from the doctor.
• A full refund will be issued if our minimum enrollment is not met, and the class is canceled.
• Make up classes are not offered unless The Art Spot cancels a class, or we have a weather cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel classes under unforeseen circumstances.
• If there is a circumstance of serious inclement weather or state mandates requiring business closure, classes will be made up via Zoom.
• The Art Spot follows the Ridgefield School System for weather cancellations – if they are closed, The Art Spot is closed. If Ridgefield has a school opening delay, The Art Spot will open with regular hours. If Ridgefield announces an early dismissal, The Art Spot is closed for the afternoon/evening classes.
• Please make note of scheduled class times. You may arrive 5 minutes before any scheduled class, prompt on- time pick up of students is mandatory. The first time a child is picked up late (over 10 minutes), with no prior agreement made with The Art Spot, there will be a warning given and documentation made. After the second late pick up and each subsequent time after that, there will be a $5. charge for every 5 minutes or portion thereof past the end of class, that an adult is late for pick up. Payment of this late fee to The Art Spot is due in cash at the next drop off.
Health and Safety Policy:
• The Art Spot is no longer requiring masks as a result of CDC, State and Town guidelines. We expect many of our instructors and students will continue to wear masks and will appreciate like behavior from others; we fully support this choice. Should CDC guidance or state or federal mandates change, be assured The Art Spot will revamp our policy.
• Anyone who is feeling ill or has been exposed to anyone who is ill, Please Stay Home!
• If a visitor, student, faculty or staff member, or anyone in their household, is suspected of having COVID-19, or has tested positive for COVID-19, they should notify The Art Spot immediately. Privacy will be respected; we will take necessary action to communicate any potential spread of the virus.
• I understand there are no medical facilities at The Art Spot and that The Art Spot will not be held responsible for any medical care. In the event of ALL health emergencies, the staff is trained to call 911, then call the parent or emergency contact. I accept the responsibility to furnish all pertinent medical history, allergies, and medications for my child to The Art Spot in the event this information might be needed to be made available to emergency medical services.
Coronavirus / COVID-19 Warning & Disclaimer: Despite our careful attention to cleaning and social distancing, The Art Spot cannot guarantee that students, visitors or employees will not become exposed to or infected with COVID-19 while participating in our classes, camps and/or events. COVID-19 is highly contagious and there is a risk of exposure and infection at any time and any place. By using our facilities or participating in our programs, members of our community are acknowledging and accepting these risks.
Release of Liability:
Parents, legal guardians and foster parents of students, and adult students fully waive and relinquish all claims against The Art Spot, LLC, it’s owners, instructors and employees from accidents, injuries, loss, theft or damage which may be sustained by any parent or student at an on premise or off premise Art Spot activity.
The Art Spot is not responsible for any artwork or personal belongings left on premise.
Any person participating in on or off premise Art Spot activity knowingly assumes full responsibility for any injury, illness, or other loss that may be sustained from the risk of possible exposure to communicable diseases including Covid 19.
By signing this registration form, using our facilities, and/or participating in on-premise or off- premise Art Spot activities, you are acknowledging and accepting all of the Terms and Policies stated above.
