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FAQs
Who are the staff?
The Music Team of conductors, tutors, accompanists, vocal and instrumental coaches are experts in their field. A qualified
child safeguarding officer, nurse and a team of experienced pastoral staff are present throughout. Our Pastoral Team are
experienced in supporting young people during their stay ensuring their safety, comfort and well-being throughout. Pastoral
team members stay in the same accommodation houses as the students so there is always someone on hand to help if
needed.
We engage a Student Welfare Officer who remains on-site during all courses and is available should any student wish to
talk with someone other than from the music or pastoral team. All Kent Music Summer School and Benenden School staff
members have Full Disclosure DBS certificates and are current with Child Safeguarding training. In addition to an on-site
nurse, many of the team have first aid training.
What if my child has another commitment during the course?
We understand sometimes there are existing commitments to school or for music exams where they may need to arrive late
or be off-site for a time during the course. Please ask for an off-site/late arrival request form from kmss@kent-music.com
Can my child be non-residential?
It is our belief young musicians gain maximum benefit from being residential where they can join both the musical and social
aspects of the course. If you prefer them not to stay overnight this can be arranged, however please bear in mind that you
will need to drop-off at 8.45am and collect at 8.15pm each day except for the first morning and post-concert collection.
There is no reduction in fee for being non-residential. Please email kmss@kent-music.com if you would like them to attend
on a non-residential basis.
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