At PuliKidz, we are committed to protecting the personal data of children, caregivers, and staff in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.
Our data handling practices align with the eight principles outlined in this Act, which ensure that personal data will:
- Be Obtained and Processed Fairly and Lawfully: Personal data will only be collected and processed if specific conditions are met.
- Have a Specific and Lawful Purpose: Data collected will be for defined and legitimate purposes, and it will not be processed in ways that are inconsistent with these purposes.
- Be Adequate, Relevant, and Lawful: We will ensure that the data collected is appropriate and not excessive for our intended purposes.
- Be Accurate and Up-to-Date: We will take all reasonable steps to ensure that personal data is accurate and kept current.
- Not Be Kept Longer Than Necessary: Personal data will only be retained for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected.
- Be Processed in Accordance with Data Subject Rights: We will respect the rights of individuals regarding their personal data.
- Be Kept Secure: Appropriate measures will be taken to protect personal data against unauthorized access, accidental loss, or destruction.
- Not Be Transferred Outside the EEA: Personal data will not be transferred to any country outside the European Economic Area unless that country offers adequate protection for personal data.
PuliKidz will collect and store essential information about children, caregivers, and staff. This information is solely for purposes related to the care of children in our facilities and the management of our staff.
All records are maintained in secure, locked storage, whether in locked cabinets or on password-protected devices. Digital information will be encrypted to ensure its security.