Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: 18th February 2025

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”, “Terms and Conditions”) govern your use of the website www.thetuscantutor.com (the “Website”) and the services provided by The Tuscan Tutor (“we”, “us” or “our”). By accessing or using the Website or by booking any lessons or courses, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website or our services.

1. About Us

The Tuscan Tutor provides online Italian language and cultural classes, including one-to-one lessons and cultural courses delivered via Microsoft Teams or Google Meet. Our courses are designed to offer a tailored learning experience, whether you are a beginner or seeking to enhance your skills further.

2. Services and Booking

• Course Offerings: We offer a range of Italian language classes and cultural courses, with detailed descriptions, pricing options, and package durations available on the Website.
• First Lesson: Your first lesson is gratuita. This introductory session helps us understand your goals and current level of Italian.
• Booking Process: Lessons are booked after submitting an enquiry via our Website. By booking a lesson or package, you agree to provide accurate and current information.
• Online Delivery: All lessons are conducted online. We will inform you of the specific platform (Microsoft Teams or Google Meet) for your scheduled session.

3. Pricing, Payment, and Refunds

• Pricing Information: Prices for individual lessons and packages are clearly stated on the Website. Examples include:
  
  • 1-hour language lesson: £35
  • Package of 3 lessons: £30 per lesson (£90 total)
  • Package of 10 lessons: £28 per lesson (£280 total)
• Validity: Packages are valid for a limited time (e.g. 1 month for 3-lesson packages; 4 months for 10-lesson packages) as specified at the time of purchase.
• Payment: Full payment is required at the time of booking. We accept payment via the methods detailed on the Website.
• Refund Policy:
  
  • If you cancel a package after beginning, the cost of completed lessons will be deducted from the total package price. For example, if you cancel after 2 lessons of a 10-lesson package, you will be refunded for the remaining 8 lessons.
  • Cancellation requests are effective as of the date the cancellation email is received.
  • In cases of medical emergencies, you may request a course freeze. The unused portion of your payment will then be applied to future classes.
• Cancellation of Individual Lessons:
  
  • No fee will be charged for cancellation if you provide more than 24 hours’ notice.
  • If a lesson is cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice or if you fail to attend without notice, the full lesson fee will be charged. This policy applies even for lessons purchased as part of a package.

4. Intellectual Property

All content provided on this Website—including text, images, logos, videos, course materials, and any other materials supplied to you as part of your lessons—is the property of The Tuscan Tutor or its licensors and is protected by UK and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any of these materials without our prior written consent.

5. User Responsibilities

• Accurate Information: You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when booking lessons or communicating with us.
• Appropriate Use: You must not use the Website or our services for any unlawful or prohibited purpose.
• Technical Requirements: You are responsible for ensuring that you have the necessary equipment and internet connection to access online lessons.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Tuscan Tutor shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use of our Website or services.
• Any technical issues, interruptions, or errors beyond our control.
• Any loss or damage resulting from unauthorised access to or alteration of your data.

7. Modifications

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be posted on the Website with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Website or our services following any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and any disputes arising from or related to them shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any legal action or proceedings shall be brought exclusively in the courts of England and Wales.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions or need further clarification, please contact us at:
Email: alessio@thetuscantutor.com