Privacy Policy

Effective from September 2026

At The Making Mind, we respect your family's privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it and how we use it.

Information We Collect

To deliver the Foundation Programme safely and effectively, we may collect the following information:

  • Parent and guardian names

  • Email addresses and telephone numbers

  • Child's name and date of birth

  • School information

  • Medical information, allergies and additional support needs

  • Emergency contact details

  • Authorised collection information

  • Photography and media consent preferences

We only collect information that is necessary for administering and delivering the programme.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Administer the Foundation Programme.

  • Communicate with parents and guardians.

  • Support your child's health, safety and wellbeing.

  • Respond appropriately in the event of an emergency.

  • Organise studio sessions, exhibitions and programme activities.

  • Improve the quality of the programme over time.

Your personal information will only be used for purposes directly related to the delivery and administration of The Making Mind.

Photography & Media

From time to time, photographs and short video recordings may be taken during studio sessions to document children's creative journeys and celebrate the programme.

Images will only be used in accordance with the consent provided during registration.

Parents and guardians may update or withdraw their photography consent at any time by contacting The Making Mind.

How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable steps to protect the personal information entrusted to us.

Information is stored securely and is only accessible to those responsible for administering and delivering the programme.

Sharing Your Information

The Making Mind does not sell, rent or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Information will only be shared:

  • where required by law;

  • where necessary to protect the health, safety or wellbeing of a child; or

  • where necessary to deliver the programme through trusted service providers acting on our behalf (such as secure payment or communication platforms).

Only the information required to provide these services will be shared.

Your Rights

Parents and guardians may request to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about their family.

  • Correct or update inaccurate information.

  • Withdraw photography consent.

  • Request the deletion of personal information where appropriate, subject to any legal or operational obligations.

Contact

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

Email: Hello@themakingmind.com

Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes to the programme or applicable legal requirements.

The most recent version will always be available on The Making Mind website.