Introduction
This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information that is received and collected by St. Andrews Educational Institution, Shifnal and how it is used. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our students, faculty, staff, and visitors. We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and relevant UK privacy laws to ensure the safe handling of personal data. Our practices ensure that any personal data is collected fairly, stored securely, and used only in a way that is legal, honest, and transparent.
Information We Collect
Personal Data
We collect personal information from students and faculty during applications and enrollment processes. This may include names, postal addresses, emails, and phone numbers. For students, academic records and health information may also be collected for educational and safety reasons. Faculty and staff records may also contain data related to employment history and professional qualifications. We ensure all such data is kept secure and only shared with authorized personnel.
Usage Data
We may gather non-personal information automatically through cookies and other tracking technologies on our website. This typically includes data on website usage, such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited. This data helps us to improve our website and ensure it meets the needs of our visitors. Users can disable cookies through their browser settings, but this may impact the full functionality of our website.
How We Use Information
Personal information collected by St. Andrews Educational Institution is primarily used to manage and deliver educational services, support students' academic progress, and communicate effectively with students and their families. We also use personal information for recruitment, employment, and staff management purposes. Additionally, contact information may be used occasionally to inform stakeholders of important updates related to the institution.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
St. Andrews Educational Institution does not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to outside parties any personally identifiable information without explicit consent, except as required by law or necessary for operational activities. We may share data with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our institution, conducting our business, or serving our students, as long as these parties agree to protect the confidentiality of this information.
Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access or alteration, disclosure, or destruction of personal data. This includes internal reviews of our data collection, storage, and processing practices, as well as security measures to prevent unauthorized access to systems where we store personal data. Confidentiality agreements and access controls are in place to ensure the integrity and privacy of data.
Your Rights
Individuals have the right to access, correct, or delete personal information held by St. Andrews Educational Institution. Requests to access any personal information that has been recorded by the institution can be processed by contacting us at [email protected]. We aim to process these requests within a reasonable timeframe, subject to any applicable legal requirements.
International Transfer of Information
St. Andrews Educational Institution is based in the United Kingdom, but our correspondence address is located in New Zealand. As part of our operations, personal information may be transferred to, stored, or processed in countries other than the United Kingdom. Each transfer will be made in compliance with data protection laws to ensure equivalent protection of personal data.
Inquiries and Complaints
The institution has established a protocol for handling inquiries and complaints from individuals regarding data protection. Any questions about this privacy policy or concerns about the use of personal information should be directed to our data protection officer at [email protected]. We take all complaints seriously, and will respond to inquiries in a timely and respectful manner.
Changes to Our Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to ensure it meets legal requirements and reflects any changes in our practices. Any changes will be posted on our website promptly, and where appropriate, notified to you by email. We recommend reviewing our policy periodically to stay informed about our practices concerning your privacy rights.
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