Rules, Policies & Contractual Terms

1. Attendance Policy

• A minimum attendance rate of 60% per month is required for all enrolled learners. Absences must be supported by a valid excuse (e.g. medical note, family emergency, or prior written notice).

• Failure to meet the minimum attendance requirement without valid reason may result in:  Academic review, and/or termination of enrolment at the academy’s discretion.

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2. Payment Policy

• Fees are due on the 1st of every month.

• Payments not received by the due date will incur a 15% late payment fee.

• Persistent late payments may result in: Suspension of services, and/or termination of enrolment.

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3. Annual Fee Commitment

• Once a learner is enrolled and has commenced attendance, fees are payable monthly from January to November for the full academic year.

• Temporary absence, holidays, or missed sessions do not exempt parents/guardians from payment obligations, unless formal withdrawal procedures have been followed.

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4. Withdrawal & Notice Policy

• A minimum of one (1) calendar month’s written notice is required to withdraw a learner from AS Academy.

• Notice must be submitted in writing (email or official communication channel).

• Failure to give the required notice will result in fees being charged for the notice period.

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5. Behaviour & Conduct Policy

• Learners are expected to behave respectfully toward staff, peers, and academy property.

• Vandalism, theft, or intentional damage to academy property will result in immediate expulsion, with no refund of fees.

• Parents/guardians may be held financially responsible for damages caused by their child.

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6. Safety & Discipline

• AS Academy maintains a zero-tolerance policy for:

      - Physical violence

      - Bullying or harassment

      - Threatening or disruptive behaviour

• Serious misconduct may result in immediate suspension or expulsion, at the academy’s discretion.

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7. Parent Communication & Cooperation

• Parents/guardians are expected to maintain open and respectful communication with staff.

• Concerns should be raised constructively and through official channels.

• Abusive, threatening, or inappropriate communication toward staff may result in termination of the learner’s enrolment.

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8. Changes to Policies

• AS Academy reserves the right to amend rules, policies, and fees when necessary.

• Parents will be notified of any significant changes in writing.

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9. Acceptance of Terms

• Continued attendance at AS Academy constitutes acknowledgment and acceptance of all rules, policies, and contractual terms.

• These terms form part of the binding agreement between AS Academy and the parent/guardian.