Privacy Policy

Last updated: [January 2026]

Funky Feet School of Dance and Performing Arts (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

This policy applies to information collected through our website, registration forms, and other communications related to Funky Feet School of Dance and Performing Arts.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

Student and/or parent/guardian names
Postal addresses
Telephone numbers
Email addresses
Dates of birth
Medical conditions or additional needs relevant to participation
Emergency contact details
Class enrolment and attendance information
Payment and billing information

We only collect personal data that is necessary for the safe and effective operation of our dance school.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect personal data in the following ways:

Online enquiry and registration forms on our website
Class enrolment and management systems
Email, telephone, or written communication
Payment and booking systems

3. Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing

We use personal data for the following purposes:

To manage registrations and provide dance and performing arts classes
To communicate important information regarding classes, rehearsals, events, and performances
To ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of students
To process payments and maintain financial records
To meet legal and regulatory requirements, including examinations and safeguarding

Our legal basis for processing personal data includes:

Contractual necessity – to deliver classes and related services
Consent – particularly for medical information and marketing communications
Legitimate interests – for effective administration of the dance school
Legal obligation – where required by law

4. Data Sharing with Third Parties

We may share personal data with trusted third parties where necessary, including:

Online class management systems (e.g. Class Manager, Membermeister)
Payment processors and banking providers
Email communication or marketing platforms (e.g. MailChimp)
External examination or awarding bodies (e.g. Royal Academy of Dance)
Government bodies or law enforcement agencies where legally required

We only share personal data that is necessary and ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

5. Data Security

We take appropriate physical, technical, and organisational measures to protect personal data, including:

Secure digital systems and password protection
Limited access to personal data
Secure storage of paper records
Regular review of data protection practices

6. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary. This generally includes:

The duration of a student’s enrolment with Funky Feet School of Dance and Performing Arts
A reasonable period afterwards to meet legal, financial, or safeguarding requirements
Until consent is withdrawn, where consent is the lawful basis

Data is securely deleted or destroyed when no longer required.

7. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, individuals have the right to:

Access their personal data
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Request erasure of personal data
Object to or restrict processing
Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)

Requests can be made using the contact details below.

8. Children’s Privacy

We collect and process personal data relating to children under the age of 16 only with the consent of a parent or legal guardian. We take additional care to protect children’s data and use it solely for legitimate dance school purposes.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal data, please contact:

Funky Feet School of Dance and Performing Arts
Email: [insert email address]
Telephone: [insert phone number]
Address: [insert address]

Cookie Policy

Last updated: [January 2026]

This Cookie Policy explains how Funky Feet School of Dance and Performing Arts uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information about how the site is used.

2. How We Use Cookies

Our website may use cookies to:

Ensure the website functions correctly
Improve website performance and usability
Analyse how visitors use our website (e.g. page visits and traffic)

We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information.

3. Types of Cookies We May Use

Essential cookies: Required for basic website functionality
Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it
Functionality cookies: Remember preferences where applicable

4. Managing Cookies

You can control or disable cookies through your web browser settings. Please note that disabling some cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

Further guidance on managing cookies can be found within your browser’s help section.

5. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.

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