Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Queensgate Foundation Primary School (“the School”, “we”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal information when you use our website.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of pupils, parents, carers, staff, and visitors to our site.

1. Who we are

Queensgate Foundation Primary School is a maintained primary school based on the Isle of Wight. For the purposes of data protection law, the School is the “data controller” of personal information provided via this website.

2. Information we collect

When you use our website, we may collect:

• Information you provide directly (e.g. when filling in a contact form or subscribing to a newsletter) such as your name, email address, and any message you send us.
• Technical information automatically collected, including your IP address, browser type, and information about how you use the site (via cookies or analytics tools).

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children through the website.

3. How we use your information

We may use personal information to:

• Respond to enquiries sent via our contact forms.
• Provide information requested by parents, carers, and members of the public.
• Improve the usability and performance of the website.
• Meet legal or safeguarding obligations where required.

We will not use your data for marketing without your consent.

4. Cookies and analytics

Our website may use cookies (small text files stored on your device) to:

• Help the site function properly.
• Measure how the site is used so we can improve it.

You can control or disable cookies in your browser settings.

5. Sharing your information

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing.

We may share information:

• With service providers who support our website (e.g. hosting, IT support).
• Where required by law, safeguarding duties, or regulatory authorities.

All third-party providers are required to keep your information secure.

6. Data retention

We only keep personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose it was collected for, or as required by law.

7. Your rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction of any inaccurate information.
• Request erasure of your data, in certain circumstances.
• Object to or restrict how your data is processed.
• Complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you are unhappy with how we use your data.

For more information, visit the ICO website: www.ico.org.uk.

8. Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect the personal information you provide through our website. However, please note that no method of transmitting data online is 100% secure.

9. Links to other websites

Our website may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites.

10. Contact us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Queensgate Foundation Primary School
Beatrice Avenue
East Cowes
Isle of Wight
PO32 6PA
Tel: 01983 292872
Email: [email protected]

Last updated: 30/09/2025