Privacy Policy
Sikh School of Performing Arts (SSOPA)
At Sikh School of Performing Arts (SSOPA), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information of our students, parents, guardians, and visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your information when you interact with our website, programs, and services.
By using our website or enrolling in our programs, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect only the information that is necessary to provide our educational services in a safe, professional, and effective manner.
a) Personal Information
This may include:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Age or date of birth (for students)
- Parent or guardian details (for minor students)
b) Educational & Program Information
- Course or program enrolment details
- Class schedules and attendance
- Practice submissions, assessments, and feedback
- Performance participation details
c) Payment Information
- Fee details and transaction records
- Billing information for receipts or confirmations
Important: SSOPA does not store credit/debit card details. All payments are processed securely through trusted third-party payment gateways.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information strictly for legitimate educational and administrative purposes, including:
- Managing class enrolments and learning programs
- Communicating class schedules, updates, and important notices
- Providing academic feedback and student support
- Processing payments and maintaining records
- Improving the quality of our teaching and services
- Meeting legal or regulatory requirements, if applicable
Children’s Privacy & Parental Consent
Protecting children’s privacy is a core responsibility at SSOPA.
- Our programs include minor students, and enrolment is done with the knowledge and consent of parents or legal guardians.
- We collect only essential information required for learning and communication.
- Parents or guardians may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their child’s personal information at any time.
- We do not knowingly collect unnecessary personal data from children.
Online Classes, Recordings & Media
- SSOPA conducts online or hybrid classes using secure platforms.
- Classes may be recorded solely for educational purposes, such as revision, feedback, or missed sessions.
- Recordings are shared only with enrolled students or parents and are not made public without prior consent.
- Student photos, videos, or performance clips are used for educational or promotional purposes only with clear permission from the student or guardian.
Sharing of Information
SSOPA does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
Information may be shared only with:
- Trusted service providers (such as payment processors or learning platforms) strictly for service delivery
- Legal or regulatory authorities, if required by law
All third parties are expected to follow appropriate data protection standards.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
Access to data is limited to authorized personnel only and is used strictly for official purposes.
While no system can guarantee absolute security, we continuously work to safeguard your information responsibly.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide educational services
- Maintain academic and financial records
- Comply with legal or administrative requirements
When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Ask for corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of your information (subject to legal or educational obligations)
- Withdraw consent where applicable
Requests can be made by contacting us using the details below.
Cookies & Website Usage
Our website may use basic cookies and analytics tools to:
- Ensure proper website functionality
- Understand general usage patterns
- Improve user experience
These tools do not collect sensitive personal information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
SSOPA may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page. Continued use of our website or services indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
Sikh School of Performing Arts (SSOPA) - Email: info@ssoparts.com
We are committed to addressing privacy concerns respectfully, transparently, and responsibly.
Last updated: 7th January 2026
We do not use personal data for unnecessary or unrelated purposes.