For the purposes of this policy, the following terms apply:
- “School,” “we,” “our,” “us” refer to Shemrock School Patiala, operating under the Shemrock & Oakfields Group of Schools.
- “Affiliate” means any school, entity or branch under the Shemrock & Oakfields Group of Schools.
- “You” refers to the individual accessing or using this website, including prospective parents, current parents, students, staff and visitors.
- “Personal Information” means any information that identifies, or could reasonably be used to identify, an individual.
- “Cookies” means small data files placed on your device by this website. See our Cookie Policy for full details.
Shemrock School Patiala is committed to protecting the privacy of prospective and current students, parents, staff and visitors to our website. This privacy policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices available to you.
Information We Collect
- From prospective parents/guardians: name, contact number, email address, residential address, and the child’s age or class of interest, submitted through admission enquiry forms.
- From current parents/students: name, contact details, address, and academic or administrative information necessary for enrolment and day-to-day school operations.
- Basic medical information: where relevant to a student’s safety and wellbeing — such as allergies or emergency medical notes — provided by a parent or guardian for internal administrative and care purposes only. This information is used strictly to support the student’s safety at school and is not used or shared for any other purpose.
- From website visitors generally: pages visited, time spent, and browser/device information collected automatically via cookies (see our Cookie Policy).
- From job applicants/employees: professional and personal information necessary for recruitment and employment purposes.
How We Use This Information
- To respond to admission enquiries and process applications
- To communicate school updates, events and admission timelines
- To maintain student and administrative records once enrolled
- To support student safety and wellbeing, including in medical or emergency situations
- To improve our website and communications
Students’ Information
As a school, we necessarily collect information relating to children through the admission and enrolment process. This information is provided by a parent or legal guardian, who consents to its collection on the child’s behalf. We use this information solely for legitimate educational, administrative and safety purposes and do not use it for any commercial or marketing purpose unrelated to the school.
Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent or trade personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:
- With trusted service providers who support our website, admissions systems or communications, and who are contractually required to keep this information confidential.
- With Affiliates within the Shemrock & Oakfields Group of Schools, where necessary for administrative or educational continuity, and always subject to this Policy.
- Where required by law, such as in response to a valid legal request.
We do not share personal information with third parties for their own direct marketing purposes without your consent.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information from unauthorised access, loss or misuse. No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your (or your child’s) personal information by contacting us using the details below. Parents may unsubscribe from mailing communications at any time via the unsubscribe link provided in each email.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date.
Contact Us
For questions regarding this policy or your data, please contact patiala@shemrockschool.com.
