5. OSPA Student Privacy Notice
Nov 08, 2026 10:25 AM
YOUR PRIVACY AT OSPA: A Simple Guide For Students
At OSPA, we respect your privacy. This means we take care of information about you and only use it when we have a good reason to do so.
What information does OSPA have about me?
We may have information such as:
your name, age and date of birth
your address and contact details
your parent or guardian's contact details
which classes you attend and your attendance
information about performances, competitions and examinations
information about your health, allergies or additional needs, where we need this to keep you safe
information about accidents or incidents
photographs or videos taken at OSPA activities, where permitted
messages or information you or your parent/guardian have shared with us
Why does OSPA use my information?
We use your information to:
organise your classes and activities
keep you safe and look after your wellbeing
contact your parent or guardian when needed
organise performances, competitions and examinations
understand and support your health or additional needs
deal with emergencies or accidents
help protect children from harm
meet our legal responsibilities
manage the day-to-day running of OSPA
We only collect and use information that we need.
Who might see my information?
Your information may be seen by people who need it to do their job at OSPA, such as teachers, teaching assistants and administration staff.
Where necessary, information may also be shared with organisations such as examination or competition organisers, healthcare professionals, emergency services or safeguarding organisations.
We will not share your personal information just because someone asks for it.
What if I have a question or worry?
You can always ask a trusted member of OSPA staff if you have a question about your information or want to know how it is being used.
You can speak to:
Designated Safeguarding Lead: Michelle Herbert
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead: Hayleigh Pain
Principal: Danielle Looker
You can also ask your parent or guardian to contact OSPA for you.
Email: info@ospaacademy.co.uk
Telephone: 07746 423 699
You have rights over your personal information too. OSPA will listen to your questions and consider requests about your information carefully, taking into account your age, understanding and circumstances.
Remember your information belongs to you.
If you are ever unsure about what information OSPA has about you, why we have it, or who can see it, you can ask.
We want you to feel safe, respected and listened to at OSPA.