Terms of Service

Effective Date: October 2023

1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Southern Horizons Academy. By enrolling your child or ward in our programs or accessing our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. Please review them carefully as they govern your use of our services.

2. Scope of Services

Southern Horizons Academy provides educational services including Primary School Education, Secondary School Education, Extracurricular Activities, STEM Programs, and Arts and Music Education. All services are delivered in accordance with the Australian education standards.

3. User Obligations and Responsibilities

As a user of our services, you agree to:

• Ensure all information provided is accurate and up-to-date.
• Adhere to all school policies and guidelines.
• Respect the rights of other students and staff.

4. Payment Terms and Conditions

Tuition fees must be paid in accordance with the payment schedule provided at enrollment. Late payments may incur additional charges as outlined in our fee policy.

5. Cancellation and Refund Policy

Cancellations must be submitted in writing to the administration office. Refunds are subject to our refund policy, details of which are available upon request.

6. Liability Limitations

The Academy shall not be liable for any indirect or consequential damages arising from the use of our services unless caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

All content provided by Southern Horizons Academy, including materials, curricula, and digital content, are protected by intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use is prohibited.

8. Data Protection and Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Personal data is collected and processed in accordance with Australian privacy laws. Our full privacy policy is available on request.

9. Force Majeure

The Academy shall not be liable for any failure to perform due to causes beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, strikes, or government actions.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be communicated via email or through updates on our website.

11. Applicable Law and Jurisdiction

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of Australia. Any disputes arising under these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Victoria.

12. Contact Information

13. Severability Clause

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid under applicable law, such provision shall be replaced by a valid enforceable provision that most closely matches the intent of the original provision, with the remainder remaining in full force and effect." }