JD Private Tuition is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR guidelines.

1. Information We Collect

We only collect the personal data necessary to deliver our tailored tutoring services. This includes: [1, 2]

• Parent/Carer Details: Name, home address, email address, and phone number.

• Student Details: Name, age/school year, academic performance records, and specific learning or SEND needs.

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2. How and Why We Use Your Data (Lawful Basis)

Under UK GDPR, we process your information under the lawful bases of Contract (to manage bookings and communicate with you) and Legitimate Interests (to provide high-quality, tailored educational services). We use this data to:

• Schedule lessons and process invoicing.

• Tailor session plans to your child’s educational targets.

• Share progress reports and learning updates with you.

3. Data Sharing & Confidentiality

We value your trust and maintain strict confidentiality. We will never sell, rent, or pass your data to third parties for marketing purposes.

The Safeguarding Exception: We will only share personal data with external agencies (such as schools, social services, or emergency services) if we have a legal obligation to do so, or if we have a serious, good-faith reason to believe it is necessary to protect the safety or well-being of a child.

4. Data Storage & Retention

All digital and physical records are stored securely using password-protected systems. We keep your data only for as long as your child remains actively enrolled in our tutoring services, plus an additional period of (e.g., 1 or 2 years) to comply with standard tax accounting and legal verification requirements, after which it is securely destroyed.

5. Your Legal Rights

Under UK data protection laws, you hold the following rights regarding your personal information:

• The right to request access to the data we hold about you.

• The right to ask us to correct any inaccurate information.

• The right to request that we delete your data entirely.

To exercise any of these rights, or if you have any questions about how your family's information is handled, please contact JD Private Tuition directly via our website contact page.