As a fellow piano teacher, I can’t stress enough how important it is to have written Studio Policies. They’re great for letting new students know about how your studio is run! It will help improve the level of communication between you and the parent/student, because it becomes more clear what you each expect of each other.
Things to include in your Studio Policies handout:
- Studio name. This may seem insignificant, but it’s surprising how much more professional you will look just by naming your studio. It doesn’t have to be fancy; just try something like Piano Studio of Joy Morin or The Morin Music Studio.
- Yearly Calendar. It doesn’t have to be detailed by any means. Just state when lessons will be beginning and ending (e.g., September 1 – June 1) and when the holiday breaks will be Continue reading “Studio Policies”