Terms of service.
CHOOSE A RESOURCE
Website: choosearesource.com
Email: supportcrew@choosearesource.com
Terms of Agreement, Policies and Procedures 2025
Review Date: June 10, 2025
Aim
Choose A Resource aims to ensure all of our valued customers and members have full access to and receive transparent communication regarding the terms of agreement, policies and procedures and services provided through our online educational resource platform.
Rationale
The terms of agreement, policies and procedures have been developed to provide a clear understanding of and a consistent approach to the use of Choose A Resource’s website.
Through common understanding and execution of the scope and requirements of all terms of agreement and policies, Choose A Resource can provide a high quality online service and respond to customer and member feedback and queries as they arise.
Purpose
The purpose of these terms of agreement, policies and procedures is:
· P1.1 - To provide a high quality service and marketplace for educational resources that allows customers and members the opportunity to explore our Choose A Resource website.
· P1.2 - To increase customer confidence and satisfaction when exploring our Choose A Resource website.
· P1.3 - To provide transparent communication to all customers about the terms, conditions, policies and procedures that supports the running of Choose A Resource.
Principles
The key principle is to ensure that all valued subscription members and customers of Choose A Resource are provided with the opportunity to use our website in a safe and secure manner and whilst their consumer rights are protected.
Choose A Resource will make reasonable adjustments to the website and to the terms, conditions, policies, procedures, fees or features to ensure our members and customers continue to experience a high quality service. Reasonable adjustments will only occur when deemed necessary, through a consultative review process. The Choose A Resource team will take all practicable steps to ensure reasonable adjustments are provided and communicated with transparency to all of our valued subscription members and customers via updates on our Choose A Resource website and through the Members Site within the website.
Responsibilities
a) As Choose A Resource, we will:
a. Ensure our Terms, Agreements, Policies and Procedures are implemented transparently and with efficacy.
b. Review our Terms, Agreements, Policies and Procedures regularly to ensure they continue to meet the needs of non-Member customers and annual subscription members.
c. Communicate any and all changes to our Terms, Agreements, Policies and Procedures at least 4 weeks prior to changes being made.
b) As non-subscription customers, we will:
a. Read all Choose A Resource Terms, Agreements, Policies and Procedures prior to purchasing a resource or bundle from the Choose A Resource Shop.
b. Read the descriptions of each resource or bundle for sale as a product in the Choose A Resource Shop.
c. Preview the bundles and resources for sale as products in the Choose A Resource Shop.
d. Provide accurate and truthful information when registering an account with Choose A Resource.
e. Be responsible for paying the full amount due for a transaction (bundle or resource) including all applicable taxes when purchasing products from Choose A Resource’s online shop.
c) As annual subscription members, we will:
a. Read all Choose A Resource Terms, Agreements, Policies and Procedures prior to purchasing a membership subscription.
b. Read the descriptions and pricing of each type of membership prior to subscribing.
c. Read the Subscription Policy and Refund Policy related to membership subscriptions thoroughly prior to subscribing.
d. Provide accurate and truthful information when registering an account with Choose A Resource.
e. Be responsible for paying the full amount due for the membership fee, including all applicable taxes when purchasing an annual membership with Choose A Resource.
Terms of Service
1. Introduction
Welcome to Choose A Resource! These Terms of Service govern your access to and use of our website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
2. Account Registration
Eligibility: Choose A Resource downloadable resources and bundles are available to all those seeking educational resources to inspire curious minds, whether they be in an on-site campus or home-school setting. They are available to all those wishing to improve student learning outcomes, empower classrooms and elevate schools.
To register an account, you must be 18 years of age or older. By registering an account with Choose A Resource or using our online store and services, you acknowledge that and represent yourself as 18 years of age or older.
To register for small group membership or whole school membership, the person registering (including their email address) must have authority to make this agreement.
All who register must use accurate and true information. You must not falsify information, misrepresent or violate someone else’s rights.
Account Creation: To access certain features, you must create an account and provide accurate information. You must not use inappropriate, insensitive or offensive usernames. If account creation terms are violated, your account will be closed, and you can no longer register with Choose A Resource.
3. Membership and Download Options
Non-Member Downloads: Non-members can purchase and download resources and bundles on a per-resource or per-bundle basis. All resources and bundles will be charged at the prices identified on the bundles and resources.
Membership Subscription: There are three tiers of membership: Individual, Small Group, and Whole School. Memberships last for 12 months from the time of payment of the membership fee and are automatically renewed annually. Members can pay annual fees of:
Individual memberships AUD $105 for unlimited access to all resources for free.
Small group (up to 10 members) memberships AUD $420 for unlimited access to all resources for free.
Whole school memberships
Annual pricing is dependent on the number of staff in your school and will therefore vary from school to school.
AUD $3,500 for staff 40 to 99
AUD $6,500 for staff 100 to 200
Please contact us for other pricing.
All subscription members will have access to the following Choose A Resource resources and services:
Enjoy free and unlimited access to all 600 plus ‘CHOOSE A RESOURCE’ resources for the entirety of the membership.
Enjoy free and unlimited access to the new resources added daily
Enjoy access to the ‘global community resource development’ where members can request resources to be created by our creative team, which will be provided for free for the entirety of the members’ annual membership!
Coming soon and to be free for all members: Pre-recorded professional learning videos and slides on an array of pedagogical and school-related topics.
Membership subscriptions can be renewed annually.
4. Payments, Fees, Taxes and Billing for non-members and members
Payment Methods: We accept PayPal as our payment method.
Membership Renewal: Memberships automatically renew annually. You will be notified prior to renewal.
You are responsible for paying the full amount due for a transaction (bundle or resource) or fee (membership), including all applicable taxes when you purchase on Choose A Resources website.
All payments are made in Australian dollars (AUD).
5. Refund Policy
Non-Member Purchases: All customers must ensure they have previewed the images of the available resources prior to download. All purchases are final, and we do not offer refunds for non-member downloads.
Membership Fees: Membership fees are non-refundable, except as required by law.
6. Resource Use and Restrictions
Permitted Use: Resources are for personal and educational use only.
Prohibited Use: You may not redistribute, sell, or exploit the resources for commercial purposes.
7. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. We may, at our discretion, make changes to terms, fees, memberships, features and privileges offered through our Choose A Resource website. Any changes will be communicated to you at least four weeks before they take effect to all affected users via email address associated with the account and by a notice placed on our Choose A Resource website from four weeks before the change(s) occur.
8. Contact Information
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at:
Subscription Policy
a) Introduction
This Subscription Policy outlines the terms and conditions related to the membership subscriptions offered on our website. By subscribing, you agree to comply with and be bound by this policy.
b) Subscription Plans
We offer the following subscription plans:
There are three tiers of membership: Individual, Small Group, and Whole School. Members can pay annual fees of:
Individual memberships AUD $105 for unlimited access to all resources for free. Membership is assigned to only one individual (assignee, e.g., a teacher, a home-schooling parent) and must not be transferred to another person.
Small group (up to 10 members) memberships AUD $420 for unlimited access to all resources for free. Membership is assigned to the member (assignee) who provides their email address for registration. This member must have the authority to bind their organisation (e.g., school sub group like a small cohort team, Year 4, or a subject team, History) to this policy agreement.
Whole school memberships
Annual pricing is dependent on the number of staff in your school and will therefore vary from school to school.
AUD $3,500 for staff 40 to 99
AUD $6,500 for staff 100 to 200
Please contact us for other pricing.
Membership is assigned to the member (assignee) who provides their email address for registration. This member must have the authority to bind their organisation (e.g., school) to this policy agreement.
All subscription members will have access to the following Choose A Resource resources and services:
Enjoy free and unlimited access to all 600 plus ‘CHOOSE A RESOURCE’ resources for the entirety of the membership.
Enjoy free and unlimited access to the new resources added daily
Enjoy access to the ‘global community resource development’ where members can request resources to be created by our creative team, which will be provided for free for the entirety of the members’ annual membership!
Coming soon and to be free for all members: Pre-recorded professional learning videos and slides on an array of pedagogical and school-related topics.
c) Subscription Payment and Billing
· Payment Methods: We accept PayPal as our payment method.
· Billing Cycle: Subscriptions are billed annually on a recurring basis.
· Authorisation: By subscribing, you authorise us to charge the applicable subscription fees to your chosen payment method.
· You are responsible for paying the full amount due for a fee (membership), including all applicable taxes when you purchase on Choose A Resources website.
· All payments are made in Australian dollars (AUD).
d) Subscription Renewal
· Automatic Renewal: All subscriptions automatically renew at the end of the billing cycle unless canceled prior to renewal.
· Notification: We will send you a reminder email 2 weeks before the renewal date.
e) Cancellation Policy
· How to Cancel: You can cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings or by contacting our support team.
· Refunds: Cancellations are effective immediately. We do not offer refunds for partial billing periods.
f) Changes to Subscription Plans
We reserve the right to modify our subscription plans or fees at any time. Any changes will be communicated to you at least 4 weeks in advance.
g) Subscription Membership Contact Information
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at:
Intellectual Property Rights and Resource Publishing Rights Policy
1. Introduction
This Intellectual Property (IP) Rights and Resource Publishing Rights Policy outlines the terms and conditions related to ownership of the content, resources and publishing rights for Choose A Resource. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by the terms in this policy.
a) Intellectual Property (IP) Rights
1. Copyright: All site assets and content published on this website, including but not limited to PowerPoint presentations, worksheets, templates, and Excel spreadsheets, is the intellectual property of Choose A Resource. Unauthorised use, reproduction, or distribution of this material for commercial use and gain is strictly prohibited.
Squarespace: Choose A Resource is made and powered by ‘Squarespace’. You may not sell, sublicense, redistribute, rent, reverse engineer, republish, re-translate, disassemble, copy, modify, perform, use in your own website or business, incorporate into marketing and advertising materials any Squarespace Site Assets.
2. Trademarks: All trademarks, service marks, and trade names of Choose A Resource used on the site are trademarks or registered trademarks of Choose A Resource. Any unauthorised use of these marks is strictly prohibited.
3. Patents: Choose A Resource may offer unique software or tools that are protected by patent laws. Unauthorised use or reproduction of these tools is prohibited.
4. Trade Secrets: The proprietary methods and processes used to create the educational content on this website are protected as trade secrets. Disclosure of these methods and processes is strictly prohibited.
b) Resource Publishing Rights
1. Purchasing Resources Licensing Agreement: When purchasing a Choose A Resource bundle, resource, or membership, you are purchasing a license to use said bundle, resource or membership in accordance with the terms of this Intellectual Property (IP) Rights and Resource Publishing Rights Policy. All downloadable bundles, resources and memberships can only be used in accordance with a license:
o Non-Membership and Individual Membership License
o Small Group Membership License
o Whole School Membership License
When you use any resource, bundle, or membership, you agree to comply with and be subject to the terms and conditions of this Intellectual Property (IP) Rights and Resource Publishing Rights Policy and other terms and conditions in the Choose A Resource Terms, Conditions, Policies and Procedures.
a. Non-Membership and Individual Membership License
A Non-Membership and Individual Membership License is a license that is purchased and assigned to only one person (assignee) and must not, under any conditions, be transferred shared, sold, or sublicensed to another user.
All customers who purchase a downloadable resource or bundle from Choose A Resource, but do not choose to register an annual membership automatically agree to comply with the terms of this Intellectual Property (IP) Rights and Resource Publishing Rights Policy and other terms, including this Non-Membership and Individual Membership License.
All Individual Membership subscribers automatically agree to comply with the terms of this Intellectual Property (IP) Rights and Resource Publishing Rights Policy and other terms, including this Non-Membership and Individual Membership License, when choosing to purchase an annual membership subscription.
Purchases:
Once you purchase a resource, bundle or individual membership and therefore a Non-Membership and Individual Membership License, Choose A Resource permits you to:
· Use the resource, bundle or features of the Individual Membership for personal, educational or instructional purposes only (“Personal Use”).
· Print and/ or photocopy the resource or bundle and distribute them to students, teacher supports (aides) and classroom relief teachers as necessary. Resources or bundles may also be printed and/ or photocopied for observational purposes, be it as classroom displays or as support documents for students’ parents/ carers, whanau/ families, school leadership team, school administration, or classroom observers.
· Electronically present PowerPoints and other resources or bundles to permitted recipients: students, and as needed to parents/ carers, whanau/ families, school leadership team, school administration, or classroom observers.
· Share the resources to ‘permitted recipients’ only. Resources may not be uploaded to shared drives, websites or other sites where anyone apart from ‘permitted recipients’ can access them, e.g., If anyone else has access to your students’/ class’ Google Classroom, Google Sites, or Microsoft Teams, you may not upload the resources, bundles, or features of the Individual Membership to them.
Unless you have been given express written permission from Choose A Resource, you may not use the resource, bundle, or features of the Individual Membership in any way, shape or form, part or whole, for commercial purposes.
b. Small Group Membership License
A Small Group Membership License is a license that is purchased and assigned to a small group (of up to 10) people (assignees) and must not, under any conditions, be transferred shared, sold, or sublicensed to another user. This license suits small teams of teachers of a subject, e.g., History, or a cohort, e.g., Year 4 team.
All Small Group Members: When the nominated person with authority to bind the group (e.g., Year 4 team of up to 10 people from one school) subscribes to the Small Group Membership on behalf of the team, all members of the small group automatically agrees to comply with the terms of this Intellectual Property (IP) Rights and Resource Publishing Rights Policy and other terms, including this Small Group Membership License.
Purchases as a Small Group Membership License holder:
Once your small group purchases a Small Group Membership and therefore a Small Group Membership License, Choose A Resource permits you to:
· Use the resources, bundles or features of the Small Group Membership for personal, educational or instructional purposes (“Personal Use”).
· Share the resources, bundles or features of the Small Group Membership among the members of your group only.
· Print and/ or photocopy the resource(s) or bundle(s) and distribute them to students, teacher supports (aides) and classroom relief teachers as necessary. Resources or bundles may also be printed and/ or photocopied for observational purposes, be it as classroom displays or as support documents for students’ parents/ carers, whanau/ families, school leadership team, school administration, or classroom observers.
· Electronically present PowerPoints and other resources or bundles to permitted recipients: students, and as needed to parents/ carers, whanau/ families, school leadership team, school administration, or classroom observers.
· Share the resources to ‘permitted recipients’ only, e.g., the Year 4 student’s in your school OR to the History students in your subject area. Resources may not be uploaded to shared drives, websites or other sites where anyone apart from ‘permitted recipients’ can access them, e.g., If anyone else has access to your students’/ class’ Google Classroom, Google Sites, or Microsoft Teams, you may not upload the resources, bundles, or features of the Small Group Membership to them. All editable bundles downloaded using the Small Group Membership License can be used, edited and distributed within your group and to your ‘permitted recipients’ outlined above, for educational or personal use only, with proper attribution to Choose A Resource.
Unless you have been given express written permission from Choose A Resource, your small group (assignees) may not use the resource(s), bundle(s), or features of the Small Group Membership in any way, shape or form, part or whole, for commercial purposes.
c. Whole School Membership License
A Whole School Membership License is a license that is purchased and assigned to a whole school or organisation and must not, under any conditions, be transferred shared, sold, or sublicensed to another user outside of the school or organisation. Annual pricing for Whole School Memberships is dependent on the number of staff in your school and will therefore vary from school to school: AUD $3,500 for staff 40 to 99; AUD $6,500 for staff 100 to 200; Please contact us for other pricing. Membership is assigned to the member (assignee) who provides their email address for registration. This member must have the authority to bind their organisation (e.g., school) to this Membership and therefore Choose A Resource Terms, Conditions, Policies and Procedures.
All Whole School Members: When the nominated person with authority to bind the group (e.g., school) subscribes to the Whole School Membership on behalf of the school or organisation, all of its members automatically agrees to comply with the terms of this Intellectual Property (IP) Rights and Resource Publishing Rights Policy and other terms, including this Whole School Membership License.
Purchases as a Whole School Membership License holder:
Once your school or organisation purchases a Whole School Membership and therefore a Whole School Membership License, Choose A Resource permits you to:
· Use the resources, bundles or features of the Whole School Membership for personal, educational and instructional purposes (“Personal Use”).
· Share the resources, bundles or features of the Whole School Membership among the members of your school or organisation only.
· Print and/ or photocopy the resource(s) or bundle(s) and distribute them to students and classroom relief teachers as necessary. Resources or bundles may also be printed and/ or photocopied for observational purposes, be it as classroom, cohort, subject area or whole school displays or as support documents for students’ parents/ carers, whanau/ families, school leadership team, school administration, classroom observers or temporarily visiting external educational review officers and observers.
· Electronically present PowerPoints and other resources or bundles to permitted recipients: students of your school or organisation, and as needed to parents/ carers, whanau/ families, school leadership team, school administration, classroom observers or temporarily visiting external educational review officers and observers.
· Share the resources to ‘permitted recipients’, e.g., registered students at your school. Resources may be uploaded to shared drives, websites or other sites where ‘permitted recipients’ can access them, e.g., your students’/ class’ Google Classroom, Google Sites, or Microsoft Teams.
· Public facing resources / documents initially created by Choose A Resource and kept the same or modified can be shared on your school’s or organisation’s website and other sites that your school or organisation has authority to govern or control. For this purpose, proper attribution to Choose A Resource must be addressed.
· All editable bundles downloaded using the Whole School Membership License can be used, edited and distributed within your school organisation for educational or personal use only, with proper attribution to Choose A Resource.
Unless you have been given express written permission from Choose A Resource, your school or organisation may not use the resource(s), bundle(s), or features of the Whole School Membership in any way, shape or form, part or whole, for commercial purposes.
2. Content Creator Licensing Agreements: Choose A Resource may enter into licensing agreements with content creators. By using this website, you agree to adhere to the terms set forth in these agreements.
3. Creative Commons Licenses Some content on this website may be licensed under Creative Commons. You are free to use, share, and modify this content under the conditions specified by the respective Creative Commons license.
4. Permissions For any third-party content used on this website, Choose A Resource has obtained the necessary permissions from the copyright owners. Unauthorised use of third-party content is prohibited.
5. Terms of Use By accessing and using the resources provided by Choose A Resource, you agree to the following terms of use:
· You may not redistribute Choose A Resource products for commercial use or sell the resources.
· You may use the resources for personal or educational purposes only.
· Modifying the resources requires proper attribution to Choose A Resource.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about our Intellectual Property (IP) Rights and Resource Publishing Rights Policy, please contact us at:
· Email: supportcrew@choosearesource.com
Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
At Choose A Resource, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information: We collect information you provide during account registration, such as your name, email address, and payment details.
Usage Data: We collect information about how you use our website, including pages visited and resources downloaded.
3. How We Use Your Information
Provide Services: To deliver and improve our services, process payments, and communicate with you.
Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
4. Data Sharing and Protection
Squarespace: Choose A Resource is made and powered by ‘Squarespace’. All Squarespace sites use visitor data to work correctly, effectively, and to provide the best experience for you, our valued visitors, customers and members.
Third Parties: We do not share your information with third parties, except as necessary to provide our services or comply with the law.
Security Measures: We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data.
5. Your Rights
Access and Update: You can access and update your personal information through your account settings.
Delete Account: You can request the deletion of your account and personal information by contacting us.
6. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be communicated to you at least 4 weeks before they take effect.
7. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at:
Refund Policy
1. Introduction
At Choose A Resource we are committed to providing quality resources to our users. This Refund Policy outlines the terms and conditions for refunds on our website. By purchasing or subscribing, you agree to this policy.
2. Non-Member Purchases
Individual Resource Purchases: All sales of individual resources are final. We do not offer refunds for non-member purchases , except in the following case:
Technical Issues: If you encounter a technical issue that prevents you from accessing our resources and our support team is unable to resolve it, you may be eligible for a refund.
3. Membership Subscriptions
Annual Membership Fee: Membership fees are non-refundable, except in the following cases:
Technical Issues: If you encounter a technical issue that prevents you from accessing our resources and our support team is unable to resolve it, you may be eligible for a refund.
Misrepresentation: If there is a significant discrepancy between the description of the membership benefits and what is actually provided, you may be eligible for a refund within two weeks of purchase.
4. How to Request a Refund
Contact Us: To request a refund, please contact our support team at supportcrew@choosearesource.com with your order details and reason for the request.
Review Process: Our team will review your request and respond as soon as possible. You may receive:
An initial email to let you know that we have received your enquiry and provide a ticket number for reference.
An email to let you know if there are a high volume of emails is being experienced, and therefore a longer response time.
Approval: If your refund request is approved, the refund will be processed to your original payment method.
5. Changes to Refund Policy
We reserve the right to update this Refund Policy at any time. Any changes will be communicated to you at least 4 weeks before they take effect.
6. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about our Refund Policy, please contact us at:
Accessibility Policy
1. Introduction
At Choose A Resource we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to provide an inclusive and user-friendly experience for everyone.
2. Accessibility Standards
Our website aims to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level. These guidelines outline best practices for making web content more accessible to people with disabilities. More information on WCAG can be found here: What is the WCAG Standard? - Centre For Accessibility Australia
3. Features and Enhancements
To enhance accessibility, we have implemented the following features:
Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated using a keyboard, allowing users to access all content and functionality without a mouse.
Screen Reader Compatibility: We ensure that our website is compatible with popular screen readers, providing alternative text for images and descriptive links.
Text Resizing: Users can easily adjust the size of the text to improve readability.
Contrast and Color: We use high-contrast colors and provide options to change color schemes to accommodate users with visual impairments.
Captions and Transcripts: We provide captions for video content and transcripts for audio content to support users with hearing impairments.
4. Continuous Improvement
We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. We conduct regular audits and seek feedback from users to identify and address any accessibility issues.
5. Training and Awareness
Our team undergoes regular training on accessibility best practices to ensure we are up-to-date with the latest standards and techniques.
6. Contact Information
We welcome feedback and suggestions on how we can improve the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have questions, please contact us at:
7. Changes to Accessibility Policy
We may update this Accessibility Policy from time to time. Any changes will be communicated to you at least 4 weeks before they take effect.