About this cookie policy.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are and how we use them. You should read this policy to understand what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use i.e, the information we collect using cookies and how that information is used and how to control the cookie preferences. For further information on how we use, store and keep your personal data secure, see our Privacy Policy.

You can at any time change or withdraw your consent from the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.
Learn more about who we are, how you can contact us and how we process personal data in our Privacy Policy.
Your consent applies to the following domains: www.stmaryscemiddleschool.uk

What are cookies ?

A cookie is a small amount of data, which often includes a unique identifier that is sent to your computer or mobile phone (referred to here as a “device”) browser from a website’s computer and is stored on your device’s hard drive. Each website or third party service provider used by the website can send its own cookie to your browser if your browser’s preferences allow it, but (to protect your privacy) your browser only permits a website or third party service provider to access the cookies it has already sent to you, not the cookies sent to you by other sites or other third party service providers.

Cookies record information about your online preferences and allow us to tailor the websites to your interests. Users have the opportunity to set their devices to accept all cookies, to notify them when a cookie is issued, or not to receive cookies at any time. The last of these means that certain personalised services cannot then be provided to that user and, accordingly, you may not be able to take full advantage of all the website's features. Each browser is different, so check the “Help” menu of your browser to learn how to change your cookie preferences.

How does ST MARY'S CE MIDDLE School website use cookies ?

Like most online services, our website uses first-party and third-party cookies for a number of purposes.

The first-party cookies are mostly necessary for the website to function the right way, and they do not collect any of your personally identifiable data.

The third-party cookies used on our websites are used mainly for understanding how the website performs, how you interact with our website, keeping our services secure, and all in all providing you with a better and improved user experience and helping speed up your future interactions with our website.

How can I control my cookie preferences ?

You can manage your cookies preferences by clicking on the “Cookie Settings” button from the banner at the bottom of our site, and enabling or disabling the cookie categories on the popup according to your preferences.

Should you decide to change your preferences later in your browsing session, you can click on the "Cookie Settings" link on the footer of our website. This will display the consent notice again, enabling you to change your preferences or withdraw your consent entirely.

Most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org. To control or delete cookies on your mobile phone, please refer to your handset manufacturer’s help manual.

To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, visit https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

Additional information regarding cookies and opting-out is available at http://www.youronlinechoices.com/uk/ and www.allaboutcookies.org

What types of cookies do we use ?

The list below details the cookies used on our website.

Cookies Used

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling in forms.

You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.

They do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.