The Teacher's Surgery (“we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy. We aim to be clear and proportionate: we only collect what we need to run the site, respond to enquiries, and deliver our services.
If you have any questions, contact us at theteachersurgery@gmail.com.
Who we are
The Teacher's Surgery is the data controller for personal data collected through this website and our communications, unless otherwise stated.
- Website
- theteachersurgery.co.uk
What we collect
- Enquiry details (for example your name, email address, role, and message) when you contact us.
- Basic technical data (such as IP address, device type, and browser information) that may be logged by our hosting provider for security and reliability.
- Cookie preferences if you set your choice via the cookie banner.
How we use your information
We use your information to:
- Respond to enquiries and messages.
- Provide services you request (for example, arranging support, workshops, or mentoring).
- Maintain the security, performance, and availability of the website.
Lawful basis (UK GDPR)
- Legitimate interests (for running a safe, reliable site and responding to enquiries).
- Contract (where you engage us for services).
- Consent (for any optional cookies, where used).
This is general information and may change depending on the specific context of your request.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use:
Essential
Needed for basic site operation and security. You can block cookies in your browser, but some parts of the site may not work as intended.
Optional
Used to help us understand what's useful and improve the experience. If we use optional cookies, we will ask first via the cookie banner.
Your choice
You can accept or reject optional cookies from the banner. You can also clear your choice by removing site data in your browser settings.
Sharing your information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share limited information with service providers who help us operate the website or communicate with you (for example hosting, email, and spam prevention). They are required to handle data securely and only for the agreed purpose.
How long we keep data
We keep personal data only as long as needed for the purpose it was collected for, including responding to enquiries and meeting legal or accounting obligations where relevant.
Your rights
Depending on your circumstances, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, restrict, or object to processing of your personal data, and to data portability. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.