CCTV Policy

1. Purpose of CCTV IDC College uses CCTV to create a safe, transparent, and secure environment for all learners, visitors, and customers. Cameras are installed for two clearly defined purposes:

2. Safeguarding and safety in the classroom—to protect children and vulnerable learners, to evidence accidents or incidents, and to support the safety of a practical workshop environment where tools and machinery are used.

3. Crime prevention and security in the shop area—to deter theft, protect stock and equipment, and ensure the safety of staff and visitors. CCTV is not used for staff performance monitoring.

2. Legal basis CCTV is operated under the Data Protection Act 2018, UK GDPR, and the Surveillance Camera Code of Practice. IDC College is the data controller for all recorded footage. The lawful basis for processing is legitimate interests, specifically safeguarding, safety, and crime prevention.

3. Camera locations Cameras are positioned to cover:

·The classroom/workshop area

·The retail shop floor

·Entry and exit points No cameras are placed in private areas such as toilets or changing spaces. Cameras do not record audio.

4. How footage is used Footage may be used to:

·Review accidents or incidents involving children or adults

·Respond to safeguarding concerns

·Protect staff from false allegations

·Investigate theft, damage, or suspicious behaviour

·Support police investigations where required Footage is not used for teaching evaluation or monitoring how learners work.

5. Access to footage Access is strictly limited to the owner of IDC College. Footage may be shared externally only when:

·Required for safeguarding purposes

·Requested by the police

·Required by law Parents or individuals may request to view footage of themselves or their child, where appropriate and where it does not compromise the privacy of others.

6. Storage and retention Footage is stored securely and automatically deleted after 14–30 days, unless it is needed for an ongoing safeguarding or security investigation.

7. Signage and transparency Clear signage is displayed at the entrance and within the premises to inform all visitors, customers, parents, and learners that CCTV is in operation. Parents of children attending classes receive this policy as part of the onboarding information.

8. Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)A DPIA has been completed to ensure CCTV use is necessary, proportionate, and compliant with data protection law. The DPIA is reviewed annually or whenever the system changes.

 

CCTV Policy

9. Contact

For questions about CCTV or data protection, Please contact:

 

Brenda Killigrew

Head of Centre

IDC College

Brenda@inkberrowdesigncentre.co.uk

This Policy was adopted by: IDC College

Date: 9th June 2026

To be reviewed: 9th June 2027

Signed: B. Killigrew