Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 20/5/2025
Brave Arts Theatre Company is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our students, parents/guardians, staff, and all visitors to our performances. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
1. Who We Are
We are a performing arts school that provides training in drama, music, and dance to students aged 4 and up, and we produce live public performances. Our contact details are:
Brave Arts Theatre Company
07305527056
https://www.braveartstheatrecompany.co.uk/
2. What Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:
For Students and Parents/Guardians:
Full name and contact details (address, phone number, email)
Date of birth and age
Emergency contact details
Medical information and allergy details
School attended
Photo/video consent preferences
Payment and billing information
For Staff and Volunteers:
Full name, contact details, and CV/resume information
DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks where required
Emergency contact information
For Website Visitors:
IP address and browser type
Cookies and usage data (if applicable, see “Cookies” section below)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use personal data for the following purposes:
To enrol students in our classes and productions
To contact parents/guardians about schedules, events, and emergencies
To ensure student safety and welfare
To manage billing and payments
To promote our school through photos/videos (with appropriate consent)
To comply with legal and safeguarding obligations
4. Consent for Minors
For students under the age of 13, we require verifiable consent from a parent or guardian before collecting or using any personal data. This includes consent for participation in classes, performances, and any media usage.
5. Photographs and Video Recordings
With consent, we may take photographs or video recordings of students during classes, rehearsals, or performances. These may be used for:
School promotional materials (e.g. brochures, social media, website)
Performance recordings and DVDs
Internal educational use
You can withdraw or modify media consent at any time by contacting us.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties. We may share data with:
Staff and volunteers (on a need-to-know basis)
Emergency services (in the event of a medical or safety incident)
Service providers (e.g., IT support, payment processors) under strict data protection agreements
7. Data Storage and Security
We store personal data securely using encrypted digital systems and locked physical files (where applicable). Access is restricted to authorized personnel. We retain data only as long as necessary for operational, legal, and safeguarding purposes.
8. Your Rights
Under data protection laws, you have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you or your child
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent where applicable
Object to certain data uses
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: [insert contact email]
9. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website or upon request.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:
Brave Arts Theatre Company
07305527056