GDPR
GDPR for schools
The General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) came into force on 25th May 2018.
Schools handle a large amount of personal data. This includes information on pupils, such as grades, medical information, images and much more. Schools also hold data on staff, governors, volunteers and job applicants.
In addition, schools handle what the GDPR refers to as special category data, which is subject to tighter controls. This could be details on race, ethnic origin, or trade union membership.
This data was already governed by previous DPA regulations, which ensure personal data is handled lawfully. However, the new GDPR has gone further and requires organisations to document how and why they process all personal data, and gives enhanced rights to the individual.
The Data Protection Officer for Water Primary School is the School Business Manager and can be contacted by calling the school’s telephone number 01706 216414.
Please click on the links below for information regarding the compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation.
Lancashire County Council Privacy Notice
Further information on data protection within schools can be found on the Department for Education website:
