Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

 

1. Introduction

Hayley Peacock Education is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

This policy applies to personal data collected through:

  • our website
  • email communications
  • training programmes and professional development
  • research projects and collaborations
  • events, workshops, and consultations

By engaging with Hayley Peacock Education, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

 

2. Who We Are

Data Controller:

Hayley Peacock Education

For questions about this policy or how we handle personal data, please contact:

Email: info@hayleypeacockeducation.com

 

3. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal information:

Information you provide directly

  • Name
  • Job title
  • School or organisation
  • Email Address
  • Telephone number
  • Professional interests
  • Event or training registration details
  • Research participation information

Information collected automatically

When you visit our website we may collect:

  • IP address
  • browser type
  • pages visited
  • usage data through analytics tools

Information related to research or programmes

Where you participate in programmes or research projects we may collect:

  • reflections or feedback
  • professional insights or case studies
  • organisational information about your school

We aim to collect only the minimum amount of data necessary for our work.

 

4. How We Use Your Data

We use personal information for the following purposes:

  • Delivering training, programmes, and consultancy services
  • Managing event registrations
  • Communicating about programmes, updates, and opportunities
  • Conducting education research projects
  • Developing publications, reports, and case studies
  • Improving our services and resources
  • Responding to enquiries

 

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR we rely on the following lawful bases:

Consent

When you sign up for newsletters, events, or research participation.

Legitimate interests

To communicate with educators, organisations, and partners about professional learning opportunities and services.

Contractual obligation

Where services or programmes are delivered under a contract with a school or organisation.

 

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell personal data.

Your information may be shared with:

  • partner organisations involved in programmes or research
  • trusted service providers (such as email platforms or event management tools)
  • professional advisors where required

Where research or publications include case studies, information will be anonymised unless explicit permission has been given.

 

7. Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including:

  • secure cloud-based storage
  • restricted access to data
  • password protection and secure systems

Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy.

 

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as required for:

  • programme administration
  • research documentation
  • legal or contractual obligations

Typical retention periods may include:

  • event registration data: up to 24 months
  • programme participant data: up to 5 years
  • research materials: as required for publication and academic integrity

 

9. Your Data Protection Rights

  • Under UK GDPR you have the right to:
  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Request data portability

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details above.

 

10. Cookies

Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to understand how visitors use the site and improve user experience.

Where required, you will be asked for consent before cookies are placed on your device.

 

11. Research and Publications

As part of our work, Hayley Peacock Education may conduct education research in collaboration with schools or partners.

Where insights, reflections, or case studies are included in publications:

  • participants will be informed in advance
  • identifiable information will only be used with explicit consent

 

12. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other organisations.

 

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or best practice.

The latest version will always be available on our website.

 

14. Complaints

If you are unhappy with how we handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK supervisory authority:

Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)