At Ilchester Community Primary, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our pupils, parents, staff, and visitors. We adhere to the principles of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 to ensure that all personal data is handled responsibly and securely.

Our Commitment to Data Protection Includes:

• Lawful Processing: We collect and process personal data lawfully, fairly, and transparently. We only collect data that is necessary for the school's effective operation and for fulfilling our legal obligations.
• Data Security: We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or damage. This includes secure storage systems and regular data protection training for staff.
• Individual Rights: We respect individuals' rights regarding their personal data. This includes the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, and object to the processing of their data. We also ensure that individuals are informed about how their data is used and their rights under GDPR.
• Data Minimisation and Retention: We only collect the data we need and keep it for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected. We have clear data retention policies to ensure data is not kept longer than required.
• Transparency and Accountability: We maintain clear and transparent data protection policies and procedures. We regularly review and update these policies to ensure compliance with GDPR and to reflect any changes in our data processing activities.