Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Educating Excellence (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website or services.
2. Data Controller
For the purposes of data protection law, the data controller is:
Educating Excellence
Dewsbury WF12 9EJ, United Kingdom
Email: info@educatingexcellence.co.uk
Phone: +44 7786 137316
3. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
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Identity data (name, organisation name)
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Contact data (email address, phone number)
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Application data (information submitted for accreditation or inquiries)
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Transaction data (if payments are processed through our platform)
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Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information)
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Usage data (how you interact with our website)
4. Lawful Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:
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Consent – when you submit forms or agree to communications
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Contract – when processing applications or providing services
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Legitimate interests – to improve our services and manage our operations
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Legal obligation – where required by law
5. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
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Respond to inquiries and provide support
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Process accreditation applications
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Manage course listings and provider relationships
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Facilitate payments and service delivery (where applicable)
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Improve website functionality and user experience
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Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
6. Third-Party Providers and External Platforms
Our website may feature courses and services provided by third-party organisations.
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Users may be redirected to external platforms to purchase or access courses
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We may share necessary information with trusted partners to facilitate accreditation or service delivery
These third parties act as independent data controllers. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we recommend reviewing their policies.
7. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data.
We may share your data with:
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Service providers (e.g. hosting, payment processors)
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Accredited partners or course providers (where necessary)
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Professional advisors
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Regulatory authorities or law enforcement when required
8. International Data Transfers
Where data is transferred outside the United Kingdom, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses or equivalent protections.
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or loss.
10. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.
11. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Request correction of inaccurate data
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Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
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Restrict or object to processing
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Request data portability
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Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise your rights, please contact us at: info@educatingexcellence.co.uk
12. Complaints
If you are not satisfied with how we handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK supervisory authority:
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Website: https://ico.org.uk
13. Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyse website traffic. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated revision date.