General Academy Questions
1. What makes The First Chord Academy different from other centers in Banaswadi? We are the only “One Roof” academy in Banaswadi where a child can sharpen their academic logic, master a musical instrument, and explore professional art. We maintain a strict 1:1 student-to-teacher ratio, ensuring personalized growth that group coaching centers can’t offer.
2. Where is the academy located exactly? We are located on the 1st Floor, Above IDBI Bank, 80ft Road, Subbanapalya, Banaswadi. We are a 5-minute drive from Kammanahalli, Kasturi Nagar, and HRBR Layout.
3. Can my child attend Music and Academics on the same day? To ensure maximum focus, we schedule Academic Tuitions and Music classes on different days. However, on Saturdays, we offer a “Creative Bridge”—allowing students to attend music and academics with a one-hour gap dedicated to our Arts & Crafts program.
Academic Hub & Study Lounge
4. Which standards do you provide tuition for? We provide expert coaching for Std 1 to Std 10 across CBSE, ICSE, and State Boards. Our core focus is on Math, Science, Social Studies, and Languages (Hindi/Kannada).
5. What is the “Disciplined Study Lounge”? It is a professional, distraction-free environment where students complete their school homework and daily revisions under supervision. It eliminates “homework stress” at home and builds a habit of independent study.
6. Do you help with Board Exam preparation? Yes. We run specialized 45-Day Board Exam Sprints for Std 10. These include intensive revision, doubt clearing, and proctored mock exams to kill exam fear.
Music & Art Wing
7. Which instruments do you teach? We specialize in Western Music: Guitar (Acoustic/Electric/Bass), Piano, Keyboard, and Ukulele. We focus on 1:1 sessions rather than group classes.
8. What is the TFC Level-Up Certification? This is our signature 6-level internal roadmap. Every student undergoes a formal assessment to earn a certificate before moving to the next level. This ensures they aren’t just “playing songs” but are actually mastering the instrument.
9. Do you prepare students for International Exams? Absolutely. We follow the curriculum for Trinity College London and RSL (Rockschool) for students seeking global certifications.
Reading Room for College Students
0. Do you have a space for college students to study? Yes. Our Reading Room is open for college students and aspirants (CA, UPSC, etc.). We provide a silent zone with high-speed Wi-Fi and power backup.
11. What are the charges for the Reading Room? We offer hourly, daily, and monthly passes. Pricing is competitive for the Banaswadi area—contact our front desk for the current member rates.
Fees, Trials & Policies
12. Do you offer a trial class? Yes, we offer a Free Demo Class for all our wings. This allows the student to meet the mentor and experience our 1:1 teaching style before enrollment.
13. What is the fee structure? Fees are charged monthly. As students graduate from our Beginner levels to Intermediate and Advanced Tiers (Level 3 and above), the fee adjusts to reflect the more intensive 1:1 curriculum.
14. What happens if I miss a class? Since our sessions are 1:1, we require 24-hour notice for cancellations to provide a makeup slot. This ensures your personalized learning path isn’t interrupted.