The Learning Stage – Privacy Policy

Last updated: 5/6/25

We care about your privacy.

At The Learning Stage, we’re committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about how we use it. Whether you’re a nursery exploring our programmes or a parent getting in touch, we want you to feel confident and secure.

This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

1. Who We Are

The Learning Stage is a UK-based educational company offering drama-based learning programmes for young children, including Play Phonics and Happy Brain Island.

Our website address is: helearningstage.com
You can contact us at: hello@thelearningstage.com

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and store the following information when you visit our website or contact us:

  • Contact details – name, email address, phone number (if you choose to get in touch)

  • Nursery or setting information – name, location, booking details (if relevant)

  • Communication records – emails or messages you send us

  • Website usage data – through cookies and analytics (see below)

We do not knowingly collect information from children via the website.

3. How We Use Your Information

We only use your data in ways that are fair, necessary, and relevant. This might include:

  • Responding to your enquiry

  • Providing you with information about our programmes

  • Sending session guides or updates (if requested)

  • Managing bookings or ongoing partnerships

  • Improving our website and services

We do not sell or share your information with third parties for marketing.

4. Legal Basis for Using Your Information

Under UK data protection law (including the UK GDPR), we rely on the following legal bases:

  • Consent – when you’ve actively agreed (e.g. signing up for updates)

  • Legitimate interests – when we have a clear, fair reason to use your data (e.g. responding to an enquiry or improving our service)

  • Contractual necessity – when we need to use your data to deliver a service you’ve requested

5. How We Store and Protect Your Data

Your information is stored securely, and we take steps to prevent loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

We only keep your data for as long as necessary — for example, while your nursery is working with us or while we’re handling an enquiry. You can ask us to delete your data at any time (see Section 7).

6. Cookies & Analytics

We may use cookies to help improve your experience on the website and understand how it’s being used. This might include anonymous data such as which pages are visited and for how long.

You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Request corrections to inaccurate information

  • Ask us to delete your data

  • Withdraw consent (if you previously gave it)

  • Complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you’re concerned

To make a request, just email us at hello@thelearningstage.com

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally, especially if our services or legal obligations change. The most current version will always be available here.

9. Contact Us

Questions? Concerns? We’re happy to help.

📧 hello@thelearningstage.com