CODE OF CONDUCT FOR STUDENTS & PARENTS/ GUARDIANS

The Code of Conduct for Students of Silver Swans With Sarnai must be read, understood and accepted by all students, parents & guardians Silver Swans With Sarnai is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all dancers and teachers/volunteers associated with the school. To ensure the effective running of Silver Swans With Sarnai and to protect all individuals connected with the school it is important that the following codes of conduct are read, respected and adhered to at all times.

Code of Conduct for Dance Students

• Dancers must participate within the school rules and respect all the teachers/staff and their decisions.
• Dancers must respect their fellow school pupils/students.
• Dancers must arrive for training on time or inform the dance teacher if they are going to be late.
• Dancers must not distract, bully or harass other pupils/students during the class.
• Dancers must not use bad language.
• Dancers must be polite and display good manners at all times.
• Dancers must treat all equipment with respect.
• Dancers must wear the Silver Swans With Sarnai’s uniform for classes.
• All body jewellery must be removed.
• Long hair must be tied back.
• All litter must be placed in the bins provided.
• Please leave all valuables at home – Silver Swans With Sarnai will not be held responsible for the loss of any items.
• Mobile phones and other electronic devices must be switched off in the dance studio.
• Dancers must inform the dance teacher before the warm-up begins if they have an injury or illness.
• Dancers must inform their teacher immediately if they begin to feel ill or sustain an injury during the class.
• Dancers must remain with teachers at the end of the class until they are safely collected by their parents or guardians.

Code of Conduct for Parents/ Guardians

• Encourage your child to learn the rules and perform within them.
• Arrive with plenty of time to get your child ready for their class and ensure they have been to the toilet before the session begins – always inform the dance teacher if you are going to be late.
• Always ensure your child has dressed appropriately and in the school uniform with long hair tied up and make sure they have had plenty to drink.
• No Parent/Guardian will be allowed into the dance studio during classes unless this is the weekday Nursery Ballet classes. All enquiries and uniform orders must be sent via email.
• Discourage challenging and inappropriate conduct towards teachers and other dancers.
• Be understanding with regard to each individual child’s ability and do not set expectations too high – It can be very damaging for children if they feel they are falling short of others expectations.
• Discourage comparison against other dancers – each dancer is an individual with different goals and objectives and they must be praised on their own personal achievement.
• Never force your child to take part – children must participate in dancing for their own pleasure and enjoyment not their parent’s.
• Set a good example within the dancer’s environment by recognising good sportsmanship and applauding good performances of all.
• Use correct and proper language at all times.
• Encourage and guide your child to accept responsibility for their own performance and behaviour.
• Keep the Dance Teacher informed if your child is ill or unable to attend classes.
• Endeavour to establish good communications with the school, teachers and staff for the benefit of all.
• Never challenge or threaten a teacher or member of the Dance Collective team. Any concerns must follow the approved channels as outlined in the complaints and grievance procedure.
• Do not raise issues of disagreement publicly.
• Always collect your child promptly at the end of a class. It should not be expected for teachers to be responsible for a student not participating in their current class.
• All fees must be paid on time otherwise your child may risk losing their place in the class.
• Always support your child’s involvement and help them to enjoy their hobby.

Please understand that breach of this code of conduct will have repercussions and in certain cases may result in your child/children losing their place at the school.

At Silver Swans With Sarnai we expect loyalty and students are not to attend any dance classes at other establishments unless it is for something we do not offer. As such if you do wish to have lessons outside of Silver Swans With Sarnai along with our classes, it is compulsory you inform us of your intention to do so in advance and seek permission from the School Principal of The Silver Swans With Sarnai. Unfortunately, if we find out that students are also a part of another dance school without written permission from The Principal, this will lead to losing their place at Silver Swans With Sarnai. Any action within or outside of class that brings Silver Swans With Sarnai into disrepute, or presents a negative or damaging image of the school, including posts on social media, will not be tolerated.

To reiterate Silver Swans With Sarnai is a family-run school that has a commitment to nurturing the abilities and passion of its members, whilst educating them and fueling the determination, discipline and skills required for their future. We take great satisfaction from the feeling we get seeing the smiles on children’s faces and feel an enormous amount of pride for the achievements no matter how small they are. We value courtesy, kindness and loyalty above everything and, as such, our attitude and teaching styles differ from many other schools and through this, we produce great results from our students. Trust that our teachers have your child’s best interest at heart.

We at Silver Swans With Sarnai have a vision that every child can fulfil their true potential in a constructive and supportive environment, make lifelong friends and create great memories.

Thank you for complying with Silver Swans With Sarnai’s Code of Conduct. We look forward to continuing to provide a safe and comfortable environment for all our students, parents and teachers.

Updated August 2021