Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your personal information
Last updated: 6/15/2025
1. Introduction
Oxford Primary & College ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect the following personal information:
- Name, email address, phone number, and postal address
- Date of birth and nationality
- Academic records and qualifications
- Parent/guardian contact information (for students under 18)
- Payment and billing information
- Communication preferences
Technical Information
- IP address and browser type
- Device information and operating system
- Website usage data and analytics
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Processing applications and admissions
- Providing educational services and support
- Communicating about programmes and services
- Processing payments and managing accounts
- Improving our website and services
- Complying with legal obligations
- Marketing communications (with consent)
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:
- Contract: To provide educational services
- Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and communicate with you
- Consent: For marketing communications and cookies
- Legal Obligation: To comply with educational and regulatory requirements
5. Information Sharing
We may share your information with:
- Educational partners and examination boards
- Service providers and contractors
- Government agencies (when required by law)
- Professional advisors (lawyers, accountants)
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, secure servers, access controls, and regular security assessments.
7. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Rectify inaccurate data
- Erase your data (in certain circumstances)
- Restrict processing
- Data portability
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent
8. Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyse website traffic, and personalise content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Student records are typically retained for 7 years after graduation.
10. International Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the UK/EU. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Data Protection Officer
Oxford Primary & College
Email: privacy@oxfordpc.edu
Phone: +44 (0) 1865 000 000