Oxenfoord International Summer School
Last updated: 3rd June 2025
Oxenfoord International Summer School is committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about what we do with it. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data, and your rights in relation to it.
1. Who We Are
Oxenfoord International Summer School is a residential course for singers of all levels, offering expert vocal coaching and performance opportunities in a supportive environment.
For the purposes of data protection law, Oxenfoord International Summer School is the “data controller” of your personal data. If you have any questions about this policy or how we use your data, please contact us at:
Email: info@oxenfoordinternational.co.uk
Website: https://oxenfoordinternational.co.uk
2. What Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal information:
- Your name, email address, and contact details (e.g. when you fill out a contact form or apply for the course)
- Application information, including age, vocal range, musical background, and other course-specific details
- Payment and donation information (e.g. if you make a donation via CAF Donate or pay course fees)
- Communications with us, including emails and any feedback you provide
- Website usage data through cookies and analytics tools
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To manage course applications and administration
- To communicate with you regarding course updates, fundraising efforts, and relevant news
- To process donations and manage Gift Aid claims
- To keep in touch with alumni and supporters, where consent has been given
- To improve our website and understand how it is used
We will never sell your data or share it with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data on one or more of the following legal bases:
- Your consent (e.g. to receive marketing emails)
- The performance of a contract (e.g. course participation)
- Compliance with a legal obligation (e.g. for accounting or Gift Aid)
- Our legitimate interests (e.g. running and improving the summer school)
5. Storing and Sharing Your Data
Your personal data is stored securely and only accessible by individuals who need it to perform their role. Where we use third-party services (such as payment processors or email marketing platforms), we ensure that they meet data protection standards.
We only retain your data for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including any legal or reporting requirements.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct any inaccurate or incomplete data
- Withdraw your consent at any time
- Request that we delete your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
- Object to or restrict the processing of your data
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert contact email].
7. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to help us understand how visitors interact with the site and to improve user experience. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy and Cookies Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page and dated accordingly.
Last updated: 3rd June 2025