Privacy Policy

Last updated: 17 August 2025

At Monteiro Dance, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our students, parents, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you enrol in classes, contact us, or use our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you enrol or contact us:

  • Name of student and parent/guardian

  • Date of birth (for class placement)

  • Contact details (email address, phone number, postal address)

  • Emergency contact details

  • Medical conditions or allergies relevant to class participation

  • Photo and video consent preferences

  • Payment details (processed securely through third-party providers, not stored by us)

When you visit our website, we may also collect standard technical information such as IP address and browsing behaviour through cookies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use personal data to:

  • Process class registrations and payments

  • Communicate class updates, schedules, and events

  • Ensure student safety and wellbeing during classes

  • Manage safeguarding, photo, and video consent

  • Share updates about performances, workshops, and relevant school news (where consent is given)

We will never sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Safeguarding and Data Protection

Student safety is our highest priority. Medical and emergency information provided at booking is used solely for safeguarding. Personal data is stored securely and only accessed by authorised staff.

4. Photography and Media

Photos and videos may be taken during classes and performances for use on our website, social media, and promotional materials. Consent is requested during booking, and parents can opt out at any time by contacting us.

5. Cookies and Website Use

Our website uses cookies to improve user experience. Cookies collect anonymous browsing data and do not identify individual users. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Withdraw photo and video consent at any time

  • Request deletion of your data, subject to safeguarding and legal requirements

To exercise these rights, please contact us below.

7. Contact Us

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