Terms and Conditions for Scholarship
Scholarship, SEAL and Accelerated Program Preparation
These Terms and Conditions apply to the Melbourne Tutorials Scholarship, SEAL and Accelerated Program Preparation.
By booking the entrance test and/or enrolling in the program, parents and guardians acknowledge and agree to the following terms.
- Program Overview
The Scholarship, SEAL and Accelerated Program Preparation is an intensive academic program designed for students preparing for:
- Grade 6 scholarship exams
- School scholarship exams, including Edu Test-style exams
- SEAL entry tests
- Accelerated learning program selections
- Other competitive academic entry assessments
The program is designed for capable and motivated students who are ready to work at an advanced level.
- Program Duration
The full program duration is 18 weeks across two terms.
Class schedules, days and times may vary depending on the centre and availability.
- Entrance Test Requirement
All students are required to sit an entrance test before being considered for the program.
The entrance test is used to assess the student’s academic readiness and suitability for the intensive and accelerated nature of the program.
Booking an entrance test does not guarantee selection or enrolment into the program.
- Entrance Test Fee
The entrance test fee is $30.
For students who are selected and proceed with enrolment into the program, the $30 entrance test fee will be adjusted against the total program fee.
The entrance test fee is otherwise non-refundable.
- Selection Process and Test Materials
Entry into the program is selective and will be based on the student’s entrance test performance, academic readiness, suitability for the program and availability at the relevant Melbourne Tutorials centre.
Melbourne Tutorials reserves the right to determine the selection benchmark, assessment criteria and final placement at its sole discretion. Completing the entrance test or achieving a particular score does not guarantee entry into the program.
The selection test is conducted solely to assess whether a student has met the minimum benchmark required for program entry. Detailed results, question papers, answer sheets, marking guides or any other test materials will not be shared with parents or guardians under any circumstances.
All selection test materials and results are used internally by Melbourne Tutorials for assessment, benchmarking and placement purposes only and will not be disclosed or distributed to parents, guardians or any external party.
- Program Fee
The total fee for the full 18-week program is $2,400.
For selected students who enrol in the program, the $30 entrance test fee will be adjusted against the total program fee.
The remaining balance must be paid according to the payment schedule advised by Melbourne Tutorials.
- Centre Availability
The program may be offered at selected Melbourne Tutorials centres, including: Truganina, Werribee, Thornhill Park, Craigieburn, Cranbourne
Program availability may vary across centres and is subject to minimum enrolment numbers, staff availability and classroom capacity.
Melbourne Tutorials reserves the right to combine, relocate, reschedule or cancel classes if required.
- Attendance and Commitment
This is an intensive and accelerated program. Students are expected to attend classes regularly, arrive on time and complete all assigned homework and practice tasks.
Parents acknowledge that consistent attendance and regular practice are important for students to gain the maximum benefit from the program.
No refund or credit will be provided for missed classes due to personal reasons, holidays, illness or other student absences.
- Academic Expectations
Students enrolled in this program are expected to:
- Work at an advanced academic level
- Complete homework and revision tasks
- Participate actively in class
- Follow teacher instructions
- Maintain appropriate classroom behaviour
- Show commitment to ongoing improvement
Melbourne Tutorials reserves the right to review a student’s ongoing enrolment if the student is unable to meet the academic or behavioural expectations of the program.
- Program Content
The program may include preparation in areas such as:
- Mathematics and Numerical/Quatitative Reasoning
- Reading and Verbal Reasoning
- Narrative Writing
- Persuasive Writing
- Mock Exams and Exam strategies
- Timed practice
Melbourne Tutorials may update or adjust the curriculum, resources and teaching structure where required to better support student learning.
- No Guarantee of Scholarship or Selection Outcome
Melbourne Tutorials provides structured preparation and academic support; however, enrolment in the program does not guarantee:
- A scholarship offer
- SEAL program entry
- Accelerated program entry
- Selection into any school program
- A particular exam result
Final outcomes depend on many factors, including student effort, exam performance, school selection criteria, available places and external testing processes.
- Payments, Cancellations and Refunds
Program fees must be paid by the due dates advised by Melbourne Tutorials.
Once a student has accepted a place and commenced the program, fees are generally non-refundable.
Refunds, credits or transfers may be considered only in exceptional circumstances and will be assessed at the discretion of Melbourne Tutorials.
Any request for cancellation, refund or transfer must be submitted in writing.
- Class Changes and Program Adjustments
Melbourne Tutorials reserves the right to make reasonable changes to:
- Class timing
- Teacher allocation
- Centre location
- Program structure
- Lesson format
- Curriculum sequence
Where possible, parents will be notified of significant changes in advance.
- Student Behaviour
Students and parents are expected to behave respectfully towards teachers, staff and other students.
Disruptive, disrespectful or unsafe behaviour may result in a warning, parent meeting, suspension or removal from the program.
No refund will be provided where a student is removed from the program due to serious or repeated behavioural concerns.
- Parent Communication
Important program updates may be communicated by email, SMS, phone, online portal or other communication channels used by Melbourne Tutorials.
Parents are responsible for ensuring that their contact details are accurate and up to date.
- Use of Student Results and Success Data
Melbourne Tutorials may use general student achievement data, success numbers or de-identified results for promotional and reporting purposes.
Any use of a student’s name, photo or identifiable information for marketing purposes will require appropriate parent or guardian consent.
- Health and Safety
Parents must inform Melbourne Tutorials of any relevant medical, learning, behavioural or support needs that may affect the student’s participation in the program.
Melbourne Tutorials will take reasonable steps to support students; however, parents remain responsible for providing accurate and timely information.
- Acceptance of Terms
By booking the entrance test and/or enrolling in the program, parents and guardians confirm that they have read, understood and accepted these Terms and Conditions.
Melbourne Tutorials reserves the right to update these Terms and Conditions when required.