**Effective Date**: [7/9/2024]
Welcome to Accelerate-Drive.co.uk Please read the following Terms and Conditions carefully before enrolling in our courses. By registering for our driving school, you agree to comply with these terms.
1.1 **Eligibility**: Students must meet the minimum age requirement and possess any necessary legal documents (e.g., UK provisional Driving Licence) as required by local regulations.
1.2 **Fees**: All course fees must be paid in full 14 days prior to the commencement of lessons unless otherwise agreed. Accepted payment methods include Bank Transfer and Credit Card.
1.3 **Non-Refundable Deposit**: A non-refundable deposit of £300 is required to secure your enrollment. The balance of the course fee is due 14 days before the first lesson.
1.4 **Refund Policy**: Refunds are only provided under the following circumstances:
– A student withdraws 28 days before the start of the course.
– The school cancels the course or is unable to deliver lessons for reasons within its control.
**2. Lessons and Cancellations**
2.1 **Scheduling**: Lesson dates and times are scheduled in advance and are subject to instructor availability. We aim to accommodate your preferred schedule but cannot guarantee availability.
2.2 **Late Arrivals**: Students are expected to arrive on time for each lesson. If a student arrives late, the lesson may still conclude at the scheduled time, and no refund will be provided for the missed time. If you the student has not arrived within ten minutes of the agreed start time, the lesson is automatically cancelled and no refund will be given.
2.3 **Cancellations by Students**: Students must provide at least 72 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule a lesson. Failure to do so will result in a charge for the missed lesson.
2.4 **Cancellations by the School**: If we need to cancel a lesson due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., instructor illness, weather conditions), we will offer an alternative date or provide a full refund for the missed session.
**3. Conduct During Lessons**
3.1 **Student Behavior**: Students are expected to behave respectfully towards instructors and comply with all instructions during lessons. Failure to do so may result in termination of the course without a refund.
3.2 **Fitness to Drive**: Students must be physically and mentally fit to drive and must not be under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any substances that may impair driving ability.
**4. Practical Driving Test**
4.1 **Test Booking**: The student is responsible for booking their practical driving test, though the school can provide assistance in doing so.
4.2 **Use of School Vehicles**: The use of the school’s vehicle for the practical driving test may be subject to availability and an additional fee.
4.3 **Test Results**: The driving school is not responsible for the outcome of your driving test. Success is dependent on your performance and adherence to road regulations.
**5. Liability and Insurance**
5.1 **Insurance**: All school vehicles are fully insured for driving lessons. However, the student will be liable for any deliberate damage to the vehicle caused by negligence or misconduct.
5.2 **Liability**: The driving school and its instructors are not liable for any injuries, accidents, or damages that occur outside of our lessons. The student acknowledges that driving is an inherently risky activity and agrees to accept responsibility for their safety during lessons.
**6. Data Protection and Privacy**
6.1 **Personal Information**: By enrolling, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information for the purpose of providing driving lessons. We adhere to all applicable data protection laws and will not share your data with third parties without your consent.
6.2 **Communication**: The driving school may use your contact details to send important updates regarding your course, lessons, or promotions. You can opt out of promotional emails at any time by sending an email to info@accelerate-drive.co.uk with your exact request.
**7. Amendments to Terms**
We reserve the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time. Any changes will be communicated to students in advance and will apply to all future lessons.
**8. Governing Law**
These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom. Any disputes arising from or related to these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the United Kingdom.
**9. Agreement**
By enrolling in our driving courses, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
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