Cookie Usage
To make our website work as effectively as possible for our school community, we use small files called "cookies." This policy explains what cookies are, how Pens Meadow School uses them on our website, and how you can manage your preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies do not give us access to your computer or any personal information about you, other than the data you choose to share with us.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website in the following ways:
- Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the website to function properly. They allow you to navigate the site and use essential features like secure areas or policy downloads.
- Performance and Analytics Cookies: These help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the way our website works for parents and carers.
- Functionality Cookies: These allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred font size or accessibility settings) to provide a more personalised experience.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We generally use two types of cookies on our site:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary files that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us recognise you as a returning visitor.
4. Third-Party Cookies
In some cases, we use cookies provided by trusted third parties. For example, our website may include embedded content from YouTube (to show school videos) or Google Maps (to show our school locations). These third-party services may set their own cookies on your device to track your interaction with their content.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can choose to accept or decline cookies. Please note that if you choose to decline or disable cookies, some parts of the Pens Meadow School website may not function as intended or your access to certain features may be limited.
To find out more about how to manage and delete cookies, you can visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legislation. Any updates will be posted on this page. We encourage you to check this page periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your privacy.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact the school office:
- Email: info@pens-meadow.dudley.sch.uk
- Telephone: 01384 818945
- Postal Address: Pens Meadow School, Ridge Hill, Brierley Hill Road, Wordsley, DY8 5ST.