Private Lessons Policy

Private Tuition Terms & Conditions

These Terms & Conditions apply to all private tuition sessions provided by Art Class London. By booking a private lesson, students agree to the following terms.


1. Booking & Payment

  • All private tuition sessions must be booked and paid for in advance.
  • Bookings are confirmed only once payment has been received.
  • Private tuition fees are currently charged at £120 per 2-hour session, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
  • Payments are non-transferable between students without prior agreement from the studio.

2. Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations made more than 48 hours before the lesson may be rescheduled free of charge.
  • Cancellations made within 24–48 hours of the scheduled lesson will incur a 50% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the lesson, or failure to attend, are charged in full.
  • Late arrivals do not extend the lesson beyond the scheduled finishing time.
  • Where possible, students should notify the studio as soon as possible regarding cancellations or delays.

3. Tutor Cancellation

  • If the tutor is unable to deliver the lesson due to illness, emergency, or unforeseen circumstances, the lesson will be rescheduled or refunded in full.
  • The studio reserves the right to provide an alternative tutor where appropriate.

4. Rescheduling

  • Rescheduling requests are subject to tutor and studio availability.
  • Repeated rescheduling may result in loss of preferred booking times.

5. Packages & Expiry

  • Block bookings and lesson packages must be used within 3 months of purchase unless otherwise agreed.
  • Unused sessions after the expiry period may be forfeited.
  • Lesson packages are non-refundable once commenced.
  • A lesson date must be arranged with the tutor within 10 weeks of purchase. If no date is arranged within this period, the booking expires and becomes non-refundable.

6. Studio Conduct

  • Students are expected to behave respectfully towards tutors, staff, models, and other students.
  • The studio reserves the right to terminate lessons or refuse further bookings in cases of inappropriate behaviour.

7. Materials & Studio Use

  • Basic studio equipment may be provided where agreed.
  • Students may be required to bring personal materials depending on the nature of the tuition.
  • Students are responsible for personal belongings brought into the studio.

8. Health & Safety

  • Students must follow all studio health and safety guidance.
  • Any allergies, medical conditions, or accessibility requirements relevant to participation should be communicated before the lesson.

9. Photography & Student Work

  • The studio may occasionally photograph student work or studio activity for promotional purposes.
  • Students who do not wish their work or image to be used should notify the studio in writing.

10. Liability

  • Art Class London accepts no responsibility for loss, theft, or damage to personal belongings.
  • Participation in practical art activities is undertaken at the student’s own risk.

11. Agreement

By booking and attending private tuition sessions, students confirm acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.

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