Dernière Mise à Jour : 1er janvier 2025
Welcome to Étoile French Online School. By accessing our website and using our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By registering for courses, accessing our platform, or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you may not use our services.
2. Services Provided
Étoile French Online School provides online French language education services, including:
- Live virtual classes with native French instructors
- Access to learning materials and resources
- Assessment and progress tracking
- Private tutoring sessions
- Exam preparation courses
3. User Accounts and Registration
To access certain features, you must create an account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate, current, and complete information
- Maintain the security of your password
- Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
- Be at least 16 years old (or have parental consent)
4. Course Enrollment and Payment
Enrollment
Course enrollment is subject to availability. We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule classes due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen circumstances.
Payment Terms
- Payment is required in full before course commencement unless other arrangements are agreed upon
- All prices are in Euros (EUR) and may be subject to change
- Payment methods include credit cards, bank transfers, and other approved methods
- Late payments may result in suspension of access to services
Refund Policy
- Full refunds are available within 7 days of enrollment if no classes have been attended
- Partial refunds may be provided for unused classes, minus administrative fees
- No refunds for classes missed by the student
- Refund requests must be submitted in writing to contact@ecoleetoile.fr
5. Student Responsibilities
As a student, you agree to:
- Attend classes punctually and prepared
- Complete assignments and homework as required
- Respect instructors and fellow students
- Use course materials only for personal educational purposes
- Not record, distribute, or share class sessions without permission
- Maintain appropriate conduct during online classes
6. Intellectual Property Rights
All content, materials, and resources provided through our services, including but not limited to text, images, videos, audio files, and course materials, are the intellectual property of Étoile French Online School and protected by copyright laws.
You may not:
- Copy, reproduce, or distribute our materials without permission
- Modify or create derivative works from our content
- Use our materials for commercial purposes
- Remove copyright notices or proprietary marks
7. Class Cancellations and Rescheduling
By the School
We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule classes. In such cases, we will provide advance notice and offer alternative arrangements or refunds.
By the Student
- Private lessons: 24-hour advance notice required for rescheduling
- Group classes: No individual rescheduling; recorded sessions available
- Repeated cancellations may result in enrollment termination
8. Technical Requirements
Students are responsible for ensuring they have:
- Reliable internet connection
- Compatible device (computer, tablet, or smartphone)
- Updated web browser
- Working webcam and microphone
- Quiet environment for classes
9. Limitation of Liability
Étoile French Online School and its instructors shall not be liable for:
- Technical issues beyond our control
- Interruptions in service due to internet connectivity
- Loss of data or course materials
- Exam results or certification outcomes
- Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
10. Code of Conduct
We expect all users to maintain respectful and appropriate behavior. Prohibited actions include:
- Harassment or discrimination of any kind
- Disruptive behavior during classes
- Sharing inappropriate content
- Violating others' privacy
- Attempting to hack or compromise our systems
Violation of the code of conduct may result in immediate termination without refund.
11. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate your access to our services at any time for:
- Violation of these terms
- Fraudulent activity
- Inappropriate behavior
- Non-payment of fees
12. Changes to Terms
We may modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
13. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of France. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Paris, France.
14. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:
- Email: contact@ecoleetoile.fr
- Phone: +33 1 89 45 72 10
- Address: 27 Rue de Cléry, 75002 Paris, France