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Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

First Russian School respects the privacy of its students, parents, guardians and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it and how we protect it.

By using our website or providing us with your personal information, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

  • Parent or guardian's name;

  • Child's name and age;

  • Contact telephone number;

  • Email address;

  • Information provided through registration and enquiry forms;

  • Information regarding medical conditions, allergies or special educational needs where relevant;

  • Photographs and video recordings (with parental consent);

  • Technical information relating to website usage, including IP addresses, browser type, cookies and analytics data.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for the following purposes:

  • Managing enrolment and educational activities;

  • Communicating with parents and guardians;

  • Providing information about school programmes and events;

  • Maintaining administrative records;

  • Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of students;

  • Improving our services and website;

  • Complying with legal and regulatory requirements.

4. Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, alteration or disclosure.

Access to personal information is restricted to authorised staff and teachers who require it to perform their duties.

5. Sharing Personal Information

First Russian School does not sell, rent or share personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Personal information may only be disclosed:

  • When required by law;

  • To protect the rights, property or safety of the school, its students or staff;

  • In response to lawful requests from public authorities.

6. Photography and Video Recording

Photographs and video recordings may be taken during lessons, performances, school events and activities.

Such materials may be used on the school's website, social media platforms and promotional materials only with prior parental or guardian consent.

Parents and guardians may withdraw their consent at any time.

7. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyse website traffic.

Users may manage or disable cookies through their browser settings.

8. Your Rights

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data;

  • Request correction of inaccurate information;

  • Request deletion of personal data where applicable;

  • Restrict or object to the processing of your data;

  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent;

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

9. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with legal obligations.

10. Changes to This Policy

First Russian School reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.

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