Our behavior policy keeps our community respectful, safe, and focused on creativity and fun.

All artists are expected to:

• Participate actively and safely in studio activities

• Respect others, teachers, materials, and the studio space

• Keep hands and bodies to themselves

• Follow directions from teachers and staff

• Use kind language and actions at all times

Addressing Disruptive Behavior

If an artist’s behavior makes it hard for others to feel safe, focus, or enjoy the program your child may be removed from the class or camp.

Any behavior that puts others at risk—such as hitting, kicking, pushing, or making threats—will result in immediate removal from the program.

Registration Deposit

All reservations include a 20% non refundable deposit.

Class Series and Camp Registration Cancellation

Cancellations made more than 14 days prior to the series or camp start date may receive a refund minus the non-refundable deposit. 

Cancellations made within 14 days of the class series start date are NONREFUNDABLE.

Drop In Class Registration Cancellation

Registration cancellations made more than 72 hours prior to the drop in class date may receive a refund minus the non-refundable deposit. 

Cancellations made within 72 days of the class series start date are NONREFUNDABLE.

Class Cancellation

In the unlikely event that Corner House Studio cancels a class due to illness, low enrollment, or unforeseen issues, we will issue a full refund for the cancelled class.

Semester fees cover the full class series and we're unable to offer refunds for missed sessions. However, artists may be able to schedule up to two makeup classes per semester, based on space availability in other classes.

Because we teach the same lesson throughout the week (Tuesday through Saturday), it is best to schedule a makeup in advance at a different class time during the same week as the absence.

If a same-week makeup isn't possible — in the case of a sudden illness for example— we may be able to offer a one-time drop-in session when space allows.

We're always glad to work with families but please note makeup class availability is not guaranteed.

To arrange a makeup, email us as soon as you know about a conflict.

Note that we can not accommodate early drop-offs. If you arrive early you are welcome to wait with your artist in our lobby area until their class begins.

We strongly encourage timely arrival. Our classes begin promptly, with the first 10–15 minutes dedicated to introducing the day’s lesson and materials.

Late arrivals will miss critical instruction and may find it difficult to catch up.

Artists will be ready for pickup in the lobby area at the end of their class session.

If your child is older and you would like to authorize them to leave on their own after class please let us know beforehand.

We understand that delays happen. However, if your child is picked up 10 or more minutes after the end of class or camp a late fee of $25 will be charged.

If they are picked up 30 minutes or more after class ends a fee of $75 will be charged.

Late pickup fees are paid directly to the staff members who stay to supervise your child after pickup time.

Illness

If your child is not feeling well, please keep them home to rest and recover. This helps protect the health of our entire studio community.

If a child is dropped off and showing signs of illness (ex. coughing, fever, sneezing) we may keep the artists out of class and request an early pick up.

Emergency Preparedness

In the unlikely event of an emergency evacuation, our designated meeting location is Montclair Park, one block from the studio. We practice safety protocols as part of our staff training to ensure a calm and organized response in an emergency situation.

If your child has a disability, developmental delay, or sensory, emotional, or behavioral needs that may impact their experience in class, please reach out to makeart@cornerhouse.studio.

By registering for any of our programs, you grant Corner House Studio permission to use photos or videos taken during class for marketing and promotional purposes.

If you prefer for your child not to be included, please let us know.