4 Is there a separate entry form?

Yes. Form PSC(1) can be obtained from Regional Administrators in the UK or National Administrators in other countries. It must be completed and returned at the same time as forms GEF/1 and GEF/2 (ie when the entry is made for Graded Examinations and/or Presentation Classes). The Demonstration Class can take place at any point during the examination day, but if an audience is to be invited it is probably best to place it either at the start or the end of the day. On form GEF/2 teachers should write PSC L1 or PSC L2 as appropriate in the Level column, with the timings, but it is not necessary to list the names of the children, nor is it necessary for these children to be registered in advance on the Academy’s database.

5 How many children can participate in the class?

In order to give children the maximum benefit from the experience, it is recommended that numbers do not exceed 16 per class. The teacher/pupil ratio for the age group should be consistent with the legislation of the country of residence, and teachers may therefore be required to have one or more assistants with them while the Demonstration Class takes place. It is entirely the responsibility of the teacher to ensure that any such legislation relating to working with very young children is complied with. It is essential that the person with Registered Teacher Status is the person primarily responsible for conducting the class.

6 How long is the class?

This depends on the number of children involved. 30 minutes should be allowed for up to 8 children; for 9-16 children, 45 minutes will be needed.

7 What are the entry fees?

Information about fees will normally be published in the Diary in the UK, Republic of Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Canada and the US. For other countries, teachers should refer to the International Fees List, published annually, or contact their National Administrator. Payment must be made by a separate cheque – the fees must not be added on to the total shown on form GEF/1 for Graded Examinations and/or Presentation Classes. No refunds will be given for children who are entered for a Demonstration Class but on the actual day do not participate; if these children have been regularly attending classes with the teacher, they will still receive a certificate listing their achievements.

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