Terms & Conditions

1. General

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the website and services provided by Stichting Al-ikhlaas (hereinafter "we", "us", or "the Foundation"), a non-profit foundation (stichting) registered in the Netherlands.

By accessing our website or using our services (including student enrolment, newsletter subscription, volunteer registration, donations, and contact forms), you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our website and services.

These Terms are governed by Dutch law and applicable EU regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek), and the EU Consumer Rights Directive where applicable.

2. Services

The Foundation offers the following services through this website:

• Student Enrolment – Registration of children for our educational programmes
• Annual Agenda – Overview of the school calendar and events
• Newsletter – Periodic updates about our activities and events
• Contact Form – Communication channel for inquiries
• Volunteer Registration – Application to join our volunteer team
• Donations – Financial contributions to support our mission

All services are provided on a non-commercial basis in furtherance of the Foundation's educational and community objectives.

3. Student Enrolment

3.1 Eligibility

Enrolment is open to all children whose parents or legal guardians submit a complete registration form. The Foundation reserves the right to refuse or limit enrolment based on available capacity.

3.2 Parental Responsibility

By enrolling a child, the parent or legal guardian:

• Confirms they have legal authority to enrol the child
• Agrees to provide accurate and complete information
• Accepts responsibility for updating information when changes occur
• Agrees to the applicable tuition fees and payment terms

3.3 Tuition Fees & Payment

• Tuition fees are published on our website and may be updated annually
• Payment must be made before the published deadline for the relevant academic year
• Fees are non-refundable unless otherwise decided by the Foundation's board
• The Foundation may offer fee waivers in exceptional circumstances at its sole discretion

3.4 Cancellation of Enrolment

Parents may cancel an enrolment by notifying us in writing at info@al-ikhlaas-stichting.com. Refund eligibility depends on the timing of cancellation relative to the start of the academic year.

4. Donations

Donations made through our website are processed securely via Stripe. By making a donation:

• You confirm the donation is voluntary and made from lawfully obtained funds
• You acknowledge that donations are generally non-refundable
• You understand that donation amounts are used at the Foundation's discretion to further its mission
• Tax deductibility depends on your personal tax situation and applicable regulations (ANBI status may apply)

For questions about donations, please contact us at info@al-ikhlaas-stichting.com.

5. Newsletter & Communications

• By subscribing to our newsletter, you consent to receive periodic emails about our activities, events, and updates
• You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly
• We will not share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes
• Newsletter frequency is determined by the Foundation and is typically monthly

6. Volunteer Registration

By submitting a volunteer application:

• You confirm the information provided is accurate
• You understand that submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance
• The Foundation may request additional information or documentation (e.g., VOG – Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag)
• Volunteering is unpaid and voluntary in nature
• Either party may terminate the volunteer arrangement at any time

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including text, images, logos, design, and code — is the property of Stichting Al-ikhlaas or its licensors and is protected by Dutch and international copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or publicly display any content from this website without our prior written consent, except for personal, non-commercial use.

8. User Conduct

When using our website and services, you agree not to:

• Provide false or misleading information
• Use the website for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to our systems
• Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the website
• Collect personal data of other users without authorisation
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the website without permission

9. Privacy & Data Protection

We process personal data in accordance with the GDPR and our Privacy Policy. By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our Privacy Policy.

Key points:

• We collect only data necessary for providing our services
• Your data is stored securely and not sold to third parties
• You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data
• For full details, please refer to our Privacy Policy

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and services are provided "as is" and "as available". While we strive to ensure accuracy and reliability, the Foundation does not warrant that:

• The website will be uninterrupted or error-free
• All information is complete, accurate, or up to date at all times
• The website is free of viruses or other harmful components

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our website or services at any time without prior notice.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Dutch law and EU regulations:

• The Foundation shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the website or services
• Our total liability for any direct damages shall not exceed the amount you have paid to us in the preceding 12 months (if any)
• This limitation does not affect your statutory rights as a consumer under EU law

12. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or use third-party services:

• Stripe – Payment processing for donations (governed by Stripe's Terms of Service)
• Google reCAPTCHA – Spam protection (governed by Google's Terms of Service)

We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of any third-party services. We encourage you to review their terms independently.

13. Force Majeure

The Foundation shall not be held liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to: natural disasters, pandemics, government actions, internet outages, or acts of terrorism.

14. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon publication on this page. The "Last updated" date at the top will reflect the most recent revision.

Continued use of our website or services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.

15. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Netherlands.

In the event of a dispute:

1. Amicable resolution – We encourage you to contact us first to resolve any issue informally
2. Mediation – If informal resolution fails, parties may agree to mediation
3. Jurisdiction – Any legal proceedings shall be submitted to the competent court in Groningen, the Netherlands

As required by EU Regulation 524/2013, consumers may also use the European Online Dispute Resolution platform: https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be replaced by a valid provision that most closely achieves the intended purpose.

17. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

Stichting Al-ikhlaas
Bessemoerstraat 6, 9741 AJ, Groningen
Email: info@al-ikhlaas-stichting.com
Phone: +31 6 39720555