(Date Created: February 2019)
Alma Forest is committed to protecting your privacy. This Policy explains how we use any information you give to us and the ways in which we protect your privacy. We ask you to read it carefully. We may be required to change it from time to time as and when the relevant rules and regulations are amended so we also ask you to check it occasionally to make sure you are aware of the latest version.
The management of ‘personal information’ and ‘health information’ is governed by the General Data Protection Regulation approved by the EU Parliament on 14 April 2016 and Spanish Ley 34/2002, de 11 de julio, de servicios de la sociedad de la información y de comercio electrónico (GDPR).
This Privacy Policy explains the types of information we collect, how we may use that information, and with whom we may share it. Our Privacy Policy also describes the measures we take to protect the security of the information. We also tell you how you can contact us to get answers to questions you may have about our privacy practices.
All staff, service providers (contractors) and agents, (whether paid or unpaid) of the Alma Forest must comply with the GDPR and this Policy.
Type of Information we Collect
We collect the following type of information:
Definition of “information”?
Personal information is information or opinion, whether true or not, about a person whose identity is apparent, or can reasonably be ascertained, from the information or opinion – that is recorded in any form. For example, a person’s name, address, phone number and date of birth (age).
Health information is information or opinion about a person’s physical, mental or psychological health or disability, that is also personal information – whether in writing or not. This includes information or opinion about a person’s health status and medical history, immunisation status and allergies, as well as counselling records.
Sensitive information is information or opinion about a set of specific characteristics, including a person’s racial or ethnic origin, political opinions or affiliations, religious beliefs or affiliations, philosophical beliefs, sexual preferences or practices; or criminal record. It also includes health information.
How we collect information about you
How we use your personal information
We use information that we have about you and your children for the running of Alma Forest and to comply with any relevant regulatory requirements. These generally fall into the following areas.
1. Administration This applies to past, current and potential future children and their parents / guardians. We use this information for the provision of child care. The types of personal information we collect and use include:
2. Provision of Education
This applies to past, current and potential future children and their parents / guardians. We use this information to ensure that your child’s development needs are catered for. The types of information we collect and use include:
3. Keeping you informed – This applies to current, past and potential future children and their parents / guardians. We use this information to keep you updated about events at Alma Forest e.g. to let you know about news, events and changes to schedules. The types of information we collect and use include:
(Note: This is optional, and you can opt out of receiving email updates at any time).
How long we keep your information for
We are required to keep certain personal information including registers, medication records and accident records for a specific time in accordance with the obligations of the GDPR.
Who we share your information with
Generally, we only use your information within Alma Forest. There are some occasions when we need to share personal information about you and / or your child with third parties. If there is a proper legal basis for sharing your personal information, we will provide it to the organisation that is asking for it. Further, in case of an emergency, we may need to share with the emergency services details of your child including details of any medical conditions as provided to us by you.
Where we store personal data
Our school takes reasonable steps to protect information from misuse and loss, and from unauthorised access, modification and disclosure. Our school stores all paper and electronic records securely following the security standards.
Our Commitment to you
Your rights over your personal information
You have certain rights over your personal information. Most importantly, you have a right to ask for a copy of all the personal information we hold about you but there are some legal exceptions to this, such as information which is confidential to Alma Forest. If you would like a copy of your personal information, you should contact us on info@almaforestschool.com.