Sparkles Academy of Performing Arts

Sparkles Academy of Performing Arts (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal data responsibly and transparently.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect personal information in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

WHO WE ARE

Sparkles Academy of Performing Arts
Manchester, UK

Email: steffi@sapamanchester.co.uk
Website: www.sapamanchester.co.uk

WHAT INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect and store the following information when you interact with us:

Parent / Carer Information

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

Child Information

• Name

• Age / date of birth

• Relevant medical, additional needs or SEN information (only where provided voluntarily)

Other Information

• Emergency contact details

• Class bookings and attendance

• Communications with us (emails, forms, messages)

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HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We only use personal data where there is a lawful reason to do so. This includes:

• Managing class registrations and bookings

• Communicating about classes, timetables and events

• Supporting your child’s participation and wellbeing

• Safeguarding and health & safety purposes

• Fulfilling legal or regulatory obligations

We do not use personal data for unnecessary marketing or unrelated purposes.

LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent – where you have given clear permission

• Contract – to deliver services you have requested

• Legal obligation – safeguarding, health & safety

• Legitimate interests – running our academy responsibly

Sensitive information (such as SEN or medical details) is processed only where necessary and with care.

HOW WE STORE AND PROTECT DATA

We take data protection seriously.

• Information is stored securely

• Access is limited to authorised staff only

• Digital records are password protected

• Paper records (where used) are stored safely

We keep personal data only for as long as necessary and dispose of it securely when no longer required.

SHARING YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell or share personal data with third parties.

Information may only be shared:

• Where legally required

• For safeguarding or safety reasons

• With your explicit consent

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PHOTOGRAPHS & MEDIA

Photos or videos of children are only used where consent has been given.
You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.

YOUR RIGHTS

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request deletion of data (where appropriate)

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Raise a concern about how your data is used

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details above.

COOKIES

Our website may use basic cookies to ensure it functions correctly and to improve user experience.

Where required, you will be given the option to manage cookie preferences when visiting our website.

CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in law or our practices.
The most recent version will always be available on our website.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Sparkles Academy of Performing Arts steffi@sapamanchester.co.uk