Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
1.1 Nouveau Theatre School is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal information we collect from students, parents, and guardians.
1.2 This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, how we store it, and your rights in relation to your personal data.
2. Data Controller
2.1 Nouveau Theatre School is the Data Controller for the purposes of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
2.2 If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact us at:
Email: info@nouveautheatreschool.com
Phone: 07947 841 761
3. What Information We Collect
3.1 We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
- Student name, date of birth, and gender
- Parent/guardian name and contact details (email, phone, address)
- Emergency contact information
- Medical information relevant to participation in classes
- Attendance records
- Payment details and billing information
- Photographs and video footage (where consent has been given)
4. How We Use Your Information
4.1 We use the personal data we collect for the following purposes:
- To manage student registration and enrolment
- To communicate with parents and guardians
- To organise classes, timetables, exams, and performances
- To ensure the health and safety of students
- To collect and process tuition fees
- For safeguarding and child protection purposes
- For marketing and promotional materials (with consent)
5. Lawful Basis for Processing
5.1 We rely on the following lawful bases to process personal data under the UK GDPR:
- Contract – processing is necessary to fulfil our contractual obligations to students and parents.
- Legal obligation – processing is necessary to comply with safeguarding, health and safety, and financial regulations.
- Consent – we will seek consent for the use of photos/videos for promotional purposes.
- Legitimate interests – such as managing class scheduling and communication.
6. Sharing Your Data
6.1 We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.
6.2 We may share data with:
- Exam boards (e.g. ISTD, RAD, LAMDA) for the purpose of exam registration
- Medical professionals in case of emergency
- IT service providers for secure data storage
- Our legal and professional advisors (if required)
7. Data Storage and Security
7.1 We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data.
7.2 Data is stored securely on password-protected systems or locked files, accessible only by authorised staff.
8. Data Retention
8.1 Personal data is retained for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.
8.2 We retain student records for up to 6 years after the student leaves the school, unless a longer period is required by law.
9. Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
9.1 The right to access the personal data we hold about you
9.2 The right to request correction of inaccurate data
9.3 The right to request erasure of your data (subject to legal exceptions)
9.4 The right to restrict or object to processing
9.5 The right to data portability (in some circumstances)
9.6 The right to withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@nouveautheatreschool.com.
10. Use of Images and Media
10.1 Photographs and videos may be taken during classes and events for use in marketing and on social media.
10.2 Consent is obtained at the time of registration. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
11. Changes to This Policy
11.1 We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on our website and, where appropriate, notified to you directly.