At AlFurqan Academy, part of AlFurqan Islamic Centre in Manchester, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of our students, parents, donors, and website users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and relevant data protection laws.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: Names, contact details, and student records when enrolling in the academy, contacting us, or making a donation.
Payment Information: Collected securely through trusted third-party payment processors for tuition fees or charitable donations.
Usage Data: Information such as IP addresses, browser types, and website interactions to help us improve our online services.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used for:
Student registration and administration
Processing donations and fee payments
Parent communication and updates
Safety, safeguarding, and legal compliance
Promotional updates (only with your consent)
3. How We Protect Your Data
We use secure systems and access controls to ensure your data is protected against unauthorised access, misuse, or loss. This includes encrypted storage, password-protected systems, and restricted access.
Please note that while we take all reasonable precautions, no system can be 100% secure.
4. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell or trade your personal data. We may share it:
With trusted service providers (e.g., for payment processing or school software)
When required by law or safeguarding duties
In the event of a legal or organisational restructuring
5. Your Rights Under the UK GDPR
You have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request corrections
Request erasure (where applicable)
Restrict or object to processing
Request data portability