Effective Date: 10th September 2024

Introduction

Whickham Fellside Parent Teacher Association (referred to as “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website wfpta.uk or interact with our services. By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Data

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Register for an event
• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Contact us via forms or email

The types of personal data we may collect include:

• Name / Child’s Name
• Child’s Class
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Payment Information (through Stripe or other payment services, which are processed off-site)
• Event Details (such as tickets purchased or RSVPs)

Non-Personal Data

We may also collect non-personal information automatically when you visit our website, including:

• IP Address
• Browser Type
• Operating System
• Pages Visited
• Time and Date of Visits

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Event Management: To process and manage your event registrations and ticket purchases.
• Communication: To send you updates, newsletters, and other information related to your participation in our events.
• Improvement of Services: To analyze and improve our website and services based on user behavior and feedback.
• Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide assistance.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, managing events, and processing payments. These third parties include:

• Event Ticketing Providers: To manage event registrations and ticketing.
• Payment Processors: Stripe for handling payment transactions. Stripe’s Privacy Policy can be reviewed here.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small files placed on your device that help us remember your preferences and track usage patterns. You can control cookie settings through your browser.

Data Security

We implement a variety of security measures to ensure the safety of your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal data but cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data that we hold.
• Correction: Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal obligations.
• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances.
• Restriction: Request restriction on the processing of your personal data.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on our website. You are advised to review this policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Whickham Fellside Parent Teacher Association
Email: [email protected]
Address: Whickham Fellside Primary School, Fellside Road, NE16 5AY