John Wycliffe Primary School
Privacy Policy
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Who we are
Inspiring Primaries Academy Trust (“IPAT”, “we”, “us”) is the data controller for personal data collected through this website.
Registered address:
Inspiring Primaries Academy Trust
Church Lane
Gilmorton
Leicestershire
LE17 5EUEmail: enquiries@ipat.uk
Telephone: 01455 552343 or 01455 272973
Data Protection Officer (DPO)
We have appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) to oversee compliance with data protection legislation.
You can contact the DPO by emailing:
dataprotection@ipat.uk
(or via the Trust’s main contact details above)
What personal data we collect
When you use this website, we may collect the following information:
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name and contact details (such as email address or telephone number)
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information you provide through online forms or enquiries
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technical information, including IP address, browser type and device information
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information about how you use the website (via cookies – see below)
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We do not knowingly collect personal data from children through this website.
How we use your personal data
We use personal data collected through this website to:
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respond to enquiries or requests
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provide information about the Trust and its schools
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ensure the website functions correctly and securely
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monitor and improve website performance and accessibility
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We do not use website data for commercial marketing purposes.
Lawful bases for processing
Under UK GDPR, the lawful bases we rely on are:
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Legal obligation – where processing is necessary to comply with our statutory duties
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Public task – where processing is necessary for us to carry out our public functions as an academy trust
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Legitimate interests – where processing is necessary to operate and improve our website, provided this does not override your rights
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Consent – where required, for example for non-essential cookies
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Where consent is used, you may withdraw it at any time.
Cookies
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website function properly and allow us to improve how it works.
Types of cookies we use
We use the following categories of cookies:
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They do not store personally identifiable information.
Functional cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality, such as remembering accessibility preferences.
Performance cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the website so we can improve performance. The information collected is aggregated and anonymous.
Non-essential cookies are only used with your consent, which you can manage through our cookie settings.
How long we keep your data
Personal data submitted through this website is kept only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, and in line with the Trust’s records retention schedule.
Sharing your data
We do not sell or rent personal data.
We may share data with:
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IT and website service providers acting on our instructions
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regulatory or legal bodies where required by law
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All processors are required to handle data securely and lawfully.
Data transfers outside the UK
We do not routinely transfer website personal data outside the UK.
Where this is necessary (for example, through IT service providers), appropriate safeguards are in place.
Your data protection rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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access your personal data
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request rectification of inaccurate data
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request erasure (in certain circumstances)
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restrict processing
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object to processing
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request data portability (where applicable)
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You are not required to pay a fee to exercise these rights.
Requests should be made in writing to the Trust or the DPO using the contact details above.
Complaints
If you are unhappy with how we handle your personal data, please contact us in the first instance so we can try to resolve the issue.
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
Website: www.ico.org.uk
Telephone: 0303 123 1113
Changes to this notice
We may update this Website Privacy Notice from time to time.
The latest version will always be published on this website.
Review information
Notice first published: 21 August 2023
Last reviewed: 08 January 2026
Cookies Used
Necessary
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling in forms.
You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.