Spotlight Academy – Policies and Procedures

📌 Payments & Refunds

  • One-Time Registration Fee: $50 per student OR $80 per family. Due with the first month’s tuition.

  • Monthly Tuition: Charged on the 1st of each month (based on 4 classes/month).

  • Late Fee: $5 late fee applies after the 5th of the month.

  • No Walk-ins: We prioritize consistency. Waitlists are in place for most classes, and we do not hold spots for non-enrolled students.

  • No Refunds: Registration or tuition fees are non-refundable.

  • Payment Methods: Cash or  Zelle

  • We follow Conroe ISD’s calendar for holidays and breaks.

⛔ Cancellations & Make-Up Classes

  • Substitute instructors may be provided if the regular teacher is unavailable.

  • If Spotlight cancels a class (e.g., due to weather or emergencies), the class will be made up or tuition will be prorated.

  • Weather updates will be shared via WhatsApp/email.

✅ Student-Initiated Absences

  • No make-ups for missed classes due to sickness, birthday parties, or unnotified absences.

  • For vacations, if notified via email or WhatsApp at least one month in advance, fees can be prorated.

🚫 Withdrawals & Discontinuation

  • A 30-day written notice via WhatsApp/email is required to discontinue a class.

  • Verbal notice to instructors will not be accepted.

  • Spotlight may remove unenrolled students from class communications.

🎉 Recitals

📆 When:

  • The recital is typically scheduled between the end of April and mid-May.

  • Exact dates will be shared well in advance to allow families to plan accordingly.

📌 Attendance is Mandatory

Participation in the recital is required for all enrolled students, as it plays a key role in building stage confidence, teamwork, and a sense of accomplishment.

💵 Recital Fee

A nominal recital fee will be collected to cover event-related expenses such as venue, lights, sound, and stage setup.

👗 Costumes

Students will receive specially chosen costumes for the performance.

  • Costume costs are paid by parents.

  • We ensure costumes are appropriate, affordable, and aligned with the recital theme.

🛋️ Lobby Rules

  • Keep the studio clean

  • Children must be supervised at all times.

  • Students must wait inside after class for pickup. Spotlight is not responsible once class ends.

  • Only authorized individuals may pick up students. ID may be required.

📸 Social Media Policy

  • Inform the administration if you consent to photo/video sharing on Spotlight’s social media.

  • We value and respect your privacy preferences.