Studio Policies

Classical ballet is for everyone. To foster an environment where parents and students know what to expect, we have set guidelines to safeguard the interests of students, parents, and Keystone Ballet Academy.

*Please ask if you have a question. We are here to help. More details are available in the Keystone Ballet Academy office and parent portal.

Tuition

The primary account holder assumes full responsibility for payments due, including but not limited to tuition and fees (e.g., uniform, supplemental materials, special events, and deposits).
Tuition payments are calculated equally over nine monthly installments from September to May.
Tuition is posted for early payment on the 25th of each month.
Payment is due on the 1st of each month.
Tuition payment must be received by the 10th of the month to avoid a $10.00 late payment fee.

Placement

Teaching methods and standards vary from school to school. For these reasons, the number of years (in any dance genre) a student has danced is not a deciding factor in their class-level placement at Keystone Ballet Academy.

All new students are evaluated initially during their free trial/placement class and are placed at a class level consistent with Keystone Ballet Academy's teaching standards to ensure correct technique development and a "Serious Fun Dance Experience!"
At Keystone Ballet Academy, we are committed to providing students with a safe and
fun learning environment. New students ages 4 – 6 are evaluated during their free trial and subsequent classes for reasonable learning readiness.

Advancement
Advancing to a higher level is based on technical ability and skill proficiency. Also,students learn and progress at different rates, which is further affected by class attendance and effort.

Punctuality, Make up class, and Attendance
We strongly encourage students to STRIVE for perfect attendance.

• A Student with excessive absences may repeat class level or be unable to participate in our annual Spring Dance Concert.
• All Students should arrive 10 to 20 minutes early to prepare and warm up before class begins.
• Make up classes must be at the same or lower level as the missed class.

Dress Code
Keystone Ballet Academy does have a dress code. We sell and will fit you or your child into the shoes and apparel required by class level.

• Only approved shoes and apparel are allowed with prior permission from the school staff - no exceptions.
• No Glitter or Sequins Allowed - no exceptions.
• Hair must be in a bun.
• Short hair must be off the face and secure.

Student Drop Off and Pick Up

• Parents must escort their child under 10 years of age to and from the studio.
• For the safety of your (10-17 year) child, students must wait inside the building after class and notify a teacher or the office manager when their ride arrives before exiting the building.