Data Protection and Privacy Notice

Data Protection and Privacy Notice

Cognition Tutoring is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This notice explains how personal information is collected, used and stored.

Who We Are

Cognition Tutoring is a private tutoring service based in Deal, Kent, providing GCSE and A Level Biology and Chemistry tuition.

What Data We Collect

We may collect and store the following information:

• Parent or guardian name, email address and telephone number

• Student name, date of birth, school and year group

• Exam board, subject level and academic information

• Any learning needs or relevant educational information

• Lesson attendance and payment records

We do not collect unnecessary personal data.

How We Use Your Data

Personal data is used solely for the purpose of:

• Providing and managing tuition services

• Communicating about lessons, scheduling and progress

• Managing payments and bookings

• Meeting safeguarding and legal obligations

Data is never sold or shared for marketing purposes.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data on the basis of:

• Contractual necessity, to deliver agreed tuition services

• Legitimate interest, to manage our business effectively

• Consent, where required, as confirmed during registration

How Data Is Stored

All personal data is stored securely, either digitally or in password-protected systems. Access is limited to Cognition Tutoring only.

Data is retained only for as long as necessary to provide tuition and meet legal or accounting requirements.

Online Tuition

For online lessons, approved platforms are used. Sessions are not recorded. Parents are responsible for ensuring an appropriate home environment during online tuition.

Sharing of Data

Personal data is not shared with third parties except where required by law or for essential business purposes, such as accounting.

Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request deletion of data where appropriate

• Withdraw consent where applicable

Requests can be made using the contact details below.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Notice or how your data is handled, please contact:

Cognition Tutoring
Deal, Kent
Email: kate.house@cognitiontutoring.com