Last updated: June 2026
Cookie Policy
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You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings if you wish. For more information about how we handle any personal data, please see our Privacy Policy. If you have any questions, you can contact us via email at Leapdancemidlands@gmail.com
Privacy Policy
Leap Dance Midlands is committed to protecting your personal data and being open and transparent about how we use it.
1. Who We Are
Leap Dance Midlands provides dance, drama and acrobatic classes. If you have any questions, please contact: Email: leapdancemidlands@gmail.com
2. What Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal information:
– Parent/guardian name
– Email address
– Phone number
– Home address
– Child’s name, age and previous dance experience
– Health or medical information (where necessary for participation)
3. Why We Collect Your Information
We collect and use personal data to:
– Process applications and enrol students
– Allocate students to appropriate classes
– Communicate with parents about classes, updates, exams and events
– Administer the running of the dance school (e.g. registers, shows, exams)
We only collect sensitive information (such as health data) where it is necessary to support safe participation in activities.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:
– Your consent (when you submit a form or provide information)
– Legitimate interests (to run and manage the dance school safely and effectively) By submitting your information, you consent to it being used for the purposes outlined above.
5. Sharing Your Information
We may share your data with trusted third parties where necessary, including:
– Dance examination boards (e.g. RAD, IDTA, ISTD) to enter students for exams
– Local authorities where required for performances
We only share the minimum information required and use secure methods. We will never sell your personal data.
6. How We Store and Protect Your Data
We store your data securely and take appropriate measures to protect it from unauthorised access, loss or misuse.
7. How Long We Keep Your Data
We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary to run the dance school and meet legal obligations. When you leave, we will delete data that is no longer required, while retaining necessary records for safeguarding and accounting purposes.
8. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the following rights:
The right to access You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. The right to rectification You have the right to have inaccurate or incomplete information corrected. The right to erasure You can request that we delete your data where there is no valid reason for us to keep it. The right to restrict processing You can request that we stop using your data while still storing it. The right to object You can object to your data being used for certain purposes, such as marketing. The right to data portability You can request that your personal data is transferred to another service where applicable. All requests should be made in writing to: leapdancemidlands@gmail.com We will respond within one month.
9. Children’s Data
If you are aged 16 or under, you must have permission from a parent or guardian before providing personal information. We primarily collect data from parents or guardians when enrolling children in our classes.
10. Accessing and Updating Your Information You can request access to, or updates to, your personal data at any time by contacting us at: leapdancemidlands@gmail.com
11. Data Protection Complaints
If you have a concern about how your personal data is handled, you can contact us directly at: Email: leapdancemidlands@gmail.com
We will acknowledge your complaint and aim to respond within 30 days.
12. Complaints to the ICO If you are unhappy with how your data is handled, you can contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): Website: https://ico.org.uk Helpline: 0303 123 1113
13. Changes to This Policy We may update this policy from time to time. Please check this page for updates.
Safeguarding Policy
Leap Dance Midlands is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We believe that all children have the right to feel safe, valued and respected, and we have a duty of care to protect them from harm in all areas of our work.
We have robust safeguarding procedures in place, including:
– Enhanced DBS checks for all teaching staff
– A Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
– Regular safeguarding training and ongoing professional development
– Clear and effective reporting procedures for any concerns
– Safe recruitment practices
– Secure handling and storage of information in line with data protection requirements
We recognise that some children may be more vulnerable and are committed to ensuring all children, regardless of age, ability or background, are protected. We also ensure that children and parents know how to raise concerns and where to seek support if needed. Any safeguarding concerns are handled appropriately and, where necessary, shared with relevant agencies in line with safeguarding guidance.
Our Designated Safeguarding Lead is: Elaine Tomlinson
Email: leapdancemidlands@gmail.com
If a concern relates to the Designated Safeguarding Lead, it can be reported directly to the relevant Local Authority. We take safeguarding extremely seriously and review our policies regularly to ensure we follow best practice.
Our full Safeguarding policy is available on request.
Policies and Procedures
Leap Dance Midlands has a range of policies and procedures in place to support the safe, effective and professional running of the school. These include safeguarding, health and safety, risk assessment and fire and emergency procedures. These policies are regularly reviewed and are available on request.
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