Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Last updated: October 11, 2025

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you use our school search service, we may collect:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number
  • Location Data: Postal code, city, and general area for school recommendations
  • Preferences: School type preferences, age ranges, and specific requirements
  • Communication Records: Messages sent through our contact forms
Automatically Collected Information
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, search queries
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
  • Analytics Data: Site performance and user interaction patterns

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide personalized school recommendations
  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests
  • Send newsletters and educational updates (with your consent)
  • Improve our website and services
  • Analyze usage patterns and optimize user experience
  • Comply with legal obligations
Legal Basis: We process your data based on consent, legitimate interests, and legal obligations under applicable data protection laws.

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in these limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third parties who help us operate our website
  • School Partners: With your explicit consent, for direct communication
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
Our Commitment: All third parties are contractually bound to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.

4. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

Technical Safeguards
  • SSL/TLS encryption
  • Secure database storage
  • Regular security updates
  • Access controls and monitoring
Administrative Safeguards
  • Employee training and agreements
  • Limited access on need-to-know basis
  • Regular security audits
  • Incident response procedures

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

Cookie Type Purpose Duration
Essential Basic website functionality Session
Analytics Usage statistics and improvements 1-2 years
Preferences Remember your settings 1 year
Marketing Personalized content (with consent) 30 days

You can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preferences center.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request a copy of your data
  • Correction: Update incorrect information
  • Deletion: Request removal of your data
  • Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
  • Restriction: Limit how we process your data
  • Objection: Object to certain processing activities
  • Withdraw Consent: Remove consent at any time
  • Complaint: Lodge complaints with supervisory authorities
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@primaryschools.com

7. Children's Privacy

Important: Our services are intended for parents and guardians, not children under 16.

We are committed to protecting children's privacy:

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16
  • If we discover we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly
  • Parents can contact us to review, update, or delete their child's information
  • We encourage parents to monitor their children's online activities

8. Policy Changes

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect:

  • Changes in our practices or services
  • Legal or regulatory requirements
  • User feedback and suggestions

When we make significant changes:

  • We will notify you via email or website notice
  • We will update the "Last updated" date
  • We may request renewed consent where required

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email

privacy@primaryschools.com

Data Protection Officer

dpo@primaryschools.com

Response Time

We respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days

Governing Law

This policy is governed by UK data protection laws