01Introduction
McKerrow History Ltd is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal information entrusted to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect personal information when you use our website or engage our tutoring services. We process personal data in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
02Who we are
McKerrow History Ltd provides history tuition and related educational services for GCSE, A Level and other history qualifications. McKerrow History Ltd is the data controller responsible for the personal information described in this policy.
Company number: 15227388. Registered office: Bamfylde Lodge, West Buckland, Barnstaple, EX32 0SU.
03Information we collect
Student information, parent or guardian information, enquiry information, academic progress records and payment records.
04Educational records
We maintain records relating to topics studied, examination requirements, progress monitoring, academic strengths and weaknesses, homework tasks, revision priorities and lesson notes.
05Educational support information
Where necessary, we may retain limited information regarding special educational needs, examination access arrangements, learning difficulties and educational support requirements.
06How we use personal information
To deliver tutoring services, arrange lessons, communicate with families, prepare lessons, monitor progress, process payments and comply with legal obligations.
07Lawful bases for processing
Contract, legitimate interests and legal obligation.
08Payments
Card payments are processed securely through Stripe. McKerrow History Ltd does not store full card details. For bank transfers we may retain payer name, payment reference, amount paid and payment date.
09Sharing information
Information may be shared with payment providers, professional advisers or legal authorities where required. We do not sell personal information.
10Storage and security
We use password-protected devices, secure cloud storage and secure payment providers to safeguard personal information.
11Retention of information
Student educational records and correspondence may be retained for up to 6 years after tuition ends. Accounting records are retained for 6 years plus the current tax year.
12Children and young people
Where tuition is provided to a student under 18, a parent or guardian will normally act as the primary client and point of contact.
13Your rights
Individuals have rights of access, correction, erasure, restriction, objection and data portability where applicable.
14Cookies
The website may use essential cookies. Additional cookies will be subject to appropriate consent requirements.
15Third-party websites
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites linked from this site.
16Changes to this Privacy Policy
Updates will be published on this page.
17Complaints
Concerns may be raised directly with McKerrow History Ltd or with the Information Commissioner's Office.
Questions about this policy? Email johnmckerrow@mckerrowhistory.com.
