Privacy Notice

Introduction

Home from Home Canterbury is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.

This policy explains how personal information is collected, used and stored when you interact with this website or engage with our services.

Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

  • Personal details (name, email address, telephone number) 
  • Information provided through enquiry forms 
  • Student-related information necessary for placement arrangements 
  • Communication records 

How Your Information Is Used

Your information is used to:

  • Respond to enquiries 
  • Arrange and manage homestay and guardianship placements 
  • Communicate with parents, students and schools 
  • Maintain safeguarding and welfare standards 
  • Meet legal and regulatory requirements 

Data Storage and Security

All personal information is handled securely and stored in line with UK data protection regulations.

Where digital systems are used (such as secure case management systems), appropriate safeguards are in place to protect data.

Sharing Information

Information may be shared where necessary with:

  • Schools and pastoral staff 
  • Parents or legal guardians 
  • Relevant authorities where safeguarding concerns arise 

Information is only shared where appropriate and in the best interests of the student.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data 
  • Request correction of inaccurate information 
  • Request deletion where appropriate 

Contact

If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Becky Stone 
Home from Home Canterbury
becky@homefromhomecanterbury.co.uk.