1. Introduction
These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the website and services provided by The Montessori Society AMI (UK) (hereafter referred to as “the Society”). By accessing our website or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you should not use our website or services.
2. Membership and Services
The Society provides membership services, publications, newsletters, renewal communications, and other related benefits.
By applying for membership or using our services, you agree to provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information, maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials, and update your personal details where necessary.
Members may access, update, or remove certain personal information through their password-protected account. Requests to cancel membership and be removed from the Society database must be submitted via email.
The Society reserves the right to suspend or terminate membership if inaccurate information is provided or if these Terms are breached.
3. Data Protection and Privacy
The Society collects and processes personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2018.
We may collect personal information including name, address, email address, telephone number, professional qualifications, and school affiliation.
Personal data is used to manage membership benefits, send renewal notices, newsletters and publications, conduct internal research, and share relevant promotional information where permitted by law.
We do not sell, distribute, or lease personal information to third parties unless required by law or with your consent.
Members may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data by contacting the Society.
4. Security of Information
The Society is committed to ensuring that personal information is secure. Appropriate physical, electronic, and managerial procedures are in place to safeguard and protect data.
Personal data is stored electronically in the Society’s membership database, hosted by Wild Apricot, a Canadian-based service provider.
While we take reasonable steps to protect information, no method of electronic storage or transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Cookies
The Society’s website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyse website traffic.
Cookies help monitor page usage, improve website performance, and tailor functionality to user preferences. Cookies do not provide access to your computer or personal information beyond what you voluntarily provide.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may limit website functionality.
6. Third-Party Links
The website may contain links to external websites not under the control of the Society. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of external websites.
The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement. Users should review the privacy and terms policies of any third-party website visited.
7. Website Disclaimer
The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only. While we endeavour to keep information accurate and up to date, we make no warranties or representations regarding accuracy, completeness, reliability, suitability, or availability.
Any reliance placed on website information is at the user’s own risk. The Society shall not be liable for any loss or damage, including indirect or consequential loss, arising from the use of this website, inability to use the website, loss of data, or loss of profits.
8. Website Availability
Every effort is made to keep the website operational. However, the Society accepts no responsibility and shall not be liable for temporary unavailability due to technical issues beyond our control.
9. Amendments
The Society reserves the right to update or amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the website. Users are responsible for reviewing these Terms periodically.
10. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
