HEALTH & SAFETY POLICY
-The Newry Studio have set up and will maintain safe dance environments for their students.
-The studio flooring and equipment used enable and ensure safe dance practices.
-Appropriate emergency procedures exist and staff understand the procedures relevant to their location.
-The Newry Studio staff have the responsibility and authority to ensure that health and safety objectives are achieved. They will identify and eliminate unsafe acts, procedures, conditions, equipment, and hazards of all kinds.
-Behaviour from students, parents or visitors that may cause an unsafe environment, will not be tolerated.
-It is the responsibility of the student or parent/guardian to inform The Newry Studio of any prior or current illnesses or injuries prior to enrolment or prior to class.
-In the event of an injury, The Newry Studio will administer First Aid treatment by a qualified first aider. If medical services are necessary and an ambulance required, the student/parent will incur the costs. Physical contact may be required.
-Parents/Guardians must be responsible for minors before and after class times. The Newry Studio will not provide supervision to minors outside of class time.
-The Newry Studio MUST be notified of any allergies that a student may have. The Newry Studio will not be held responsible for allergic reactions outside of class time, however first aid will be provided. Emergency evacuation maps are located around the premises.
-Fire extinguishers, fire hose reels and fire blankets are located within the premises.
-Any student who has been diagnosed by a Medical Practitioner as being at risk of anaphylaxis should bring an epipen to class and leave it with the teacher, labeled with their name. This epipen will be administered by a first aider if required, under the instruction of 000 staff if an emergency arises.
FOOD, DRINK, ALCOHOL AND DRUG POLICY
-Food and/or drink must only be consumed in the allocated waiting areas or break rooms.
-The Newry Studio requests that nuts are not brought on the premises, however cannot ensure that the premises is 'nut free'.
-The possession or consumption of illicit or non-prescribed drugs or alcohol is not acceptable at any time.
-Parents, students, volunteers and/or employees must not arrive at The Newry Studio or any event representing The Newry Studio, impaired by the effects of illicit drugs or alcohol.
INJURY / FIRST AID POLICY
-Where an injury occurs, the student will receive treatment from a qualified first aider. Physical contact may be required.
-In the situation where an ambulance is required, an ambulance will be called by Backstage. The parent will incur these costs.
-Where an injury occurs, the students parent/guardian will be contacted by The Newry Studio using the contact information given on the students registration form.
-It is the responsibility of the student/parents to notify The Newry Studio of any previous or current injuries.
-Any injury sustained whilst training or performing in a competition or promotion will be the responsibility of the student/parent. No costs will be incurred by The Newry Studio.
-Students who do not participate in classes due to injury may be prohibited to perform at an event or attend an event.
-Championship students and/or Team class students must attend and observe class when injured and unable to physically participate.
BEHAVIOUR / CONDUCT POLICY
-The Newry Studio does not tolerate indecent or disrespectful language, defamatory comments, or indecent or disrespectful conduct from students, parents/guardians, family members, or visitors.
-Any individual who demonstrates any of the above will be asked to withdraw from The Newry Studio immediately.
-This behaviour includes at the premises or outside of the premises, social media or on the internet, or at events representing The Newry Studio.
-Negative communications between parents and/or students will not be tolerated by The Newry Studio.
-Where negative communications take place, the parents and students involved may be asked to leave The Newry Studio.
-Any person who does not comply with The Newry Studio Terms and Conditions will forfeit their position at The Newry Studio and, to the extent permitted by law, will not be entitled to refund.
BULLYING POLICY
The following will not be tolerated in person, via email, via text messaging or via the internet;
-Verbal abuse or shouting,
-Physical Abuse,
-Excluding or isolating a person,
-Psychological harassment,
-Humiliating a person through sarcasm,
-Criticism or insults,
-Ignoring or belittling a person’s contribution or opinion.
Concerns regarding bullying behaviour should be addressed with the co-principals of the studio, who will take the following action, according to the particular circumstances:
-All concerned parties will be privately approached by a principal to discuss individual perspectives and circumstances leading to the behaviour of concern.
-Teaching faculty will be notified and discuss an appropriate course of action taking into consideration the safety and well- being of both offender and victim.
-If behaviour is deemed to be inappropriate, parents and teachers will work together to resolve any underlying issues with the offending party and if necessary schedule a conference between offender and victim.
-An official warning will be given.
-A second incident involving the same party will follow steps 1-3, but will require either suspension from classes for a short period or other suitable form of reprimand.
-Second and final official warning will be given.
-A third bullying incident involving same party will result in steps 1-3, but unless exceptional circumstances are identified, long-term suspension or expulsion from the studio will be implemented.
PHYSICAL CONTACT POLICY
-Physical contact between a teacher and student may be required to demonstrate, correct or assist with dance movements.
-Hugging behaviour is acceptable within the Newry culture with the understanding that if anyone is uncomfortable or concerned at any time, they can address this with the co-principals and reserve the right to withdraw their consent to greetings/congratulations being conducted in such a way.
-In the event of an injury, physical contact may be required between a First Aider and injured student or visitor.
-Any inappropriate or indecent physical contact between staff, students or visitors of The Newry Studio must be reported immediately.
EMERGENCY EVACUATION PROCEDURE
-In case of an emergency Staff will direct and advise all persons to move safely to the nearest exit
-Staff will then direct all persons to the muster point at the front of the studio, or an alternative safe area.
GRIEVANCE POLICY GRIEVANCE POLICY
-A grievance is a real or perceived cause for complaint.
-The Newry Studio recognises that open communication and feedback are essential elements of a satisfying and productive environment. Every effort will be made to solve problems cooperatively and informally before presenting them in writing as a formal grievance.
-Students can be assured that they will not be disadvantaged by the use of such procedures whether decisions are found for or against their grievance.
-The first step to raising a complaint should be with the Co-Principal teachers
-All formal avenues for handling grievances will be fully documented. All complaints and questions will receive thoughtful consideration and will be discussed with the individual who raises them. Discussions held are confidential.
-At any time, the student or parent has the right to withdraw their grievance. It is requested this is dated and put in writing.
PARKING POLICY PARKING POLICY
-For the safety of our students, staff, and visitors, we kindly ask that all those attending The Newry Studio adhere to the following:
-Be mindful of the nature of The Newry Studio and that it involves a sizeable amount of children.
-Please allow extra care when in the car park.
-Please DO NOT park in the disabled car park unless you have A valid Disability parking permit
-Please DO NOT block the driveway at any time.