Ron Dearing UTC is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, store and protect personal information obtained through our website and outlines your rights under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Who We Are

Ron Dearing UTC is the Data Controller for the personal information processed through this website.

Ron Dearing UTC
Kingston Square
Hull
HU2 8BQ

Telephone: 01482 222299
Email: [email protected]

Data Protection Officer

If you have any questions about this Privacy Notice or how we use your personal information, please contact our Data Protection Officer:

Data Protection Officer: Stuart Carrington
Email: [email protected]
Address: Ron Dearing UTC, Kingston Square, Hull, HU1 3HJ

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Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following information when you use our website:

• Your name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Details submitted through online forms
• Information relating to admissions enquiries
• Information relating to events and visits
• Technical information, including IP address, browser type and device information
• Website usage data collected through cookies and analytics tools

We only collect personal information that is necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Notice.

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How We Use Your Information

We may use personal information to:

• Respond to enquiries and requests.
• Provide information about Ron Dearing UTC and its educational services.
• Process applications and admissions enquiries.
• Arrange visits, events and open evenings.
• Maintain website security and functionality.
• Improve our website and user experience.
• Comply with our legal and regulatory obligations.

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Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process personal information using one or more of the following lawful bases:

Public Task

Where processing is necessary for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest as an educational institution.

Legal Obligation

Where processing is necessary to comply with laws and regulations that apply to schools and academies.

Legitimate Interests

Where processing is necessary for the legitimate interests of the school, provided those interests do not override individuals’ rights and freedoms.

Consent

Where consent is required, such as for certain marketing communications or non-essential cookies. Consent may be withdrawn at any time.

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Sharing Information

We may share personal information where necessary with:

• Academy Trust personnel and authorised staff.
• IT service providers acting on our behalf.
• Website hosting providers.
• Professional advisers.
• Regulatory bodies and government departments where required by law.
• Other organisations where we are legally required or permitted to do so.

Where third parties process personal data on our behalf, we ensure appropriate contracts and safeguards are in place.

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

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Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration or destruction.

Information may be stored securely in electronic systems and, where necessary, in paper records with appropriate security controls.

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Retention of Information

We only keep personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal requirements.

Retention periods are determined in accordance with our Records Retention Schedule and applicable legislation.

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Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, individuals have the right to:

• Be informed about how their data is used.
• Access personal information we hold about them.
• Request correction of inaccurate information.
• Request deletion of personal information in certain circumstances.
• Restrict the processing of personal information in certain circumstances.
• Object to processing based on legitimate interests or public task.
• Request the transfer of their personal data where applicable.
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

Requests can be made using the contact details provided above.

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International Transfers

Where personal information is transferred outside the United Kingdom, we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.

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Cookies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites work efficiently and provide information to website owners about how visitors use the site.

How We Use Cookies

Our website may use:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the website and cannot be disabled in our systems.

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so that we can improve its performance and user experience.

Functional Cookies

These cookies remember choices you make, such as language preferences, to improve your experience.

Managing Cookies

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling some cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

Where non-essential cookies are used, we will seek your consent before placing them on your device.

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Links to Other Websites

This website may contain links to external websites. Ron Dearing UTC is not responsible for the content, privacy policies or practices of other websites. Users should review the privacy notices of any external websites they visit.

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Complaints

If you are concerned about how we have handled your personal information, please contact us first so that we can investigate your concerns.

You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

Information Commissioner’s Office
Wycliffe House
Water Lane
Wilmslow
Cheshire
SK9 5AF

Telephone: 0303 123 1113
Website: https://ico.org.uk

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Changes to This Privacy Notice

We may update this Privacy Notice from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page and will take effect immediately upon publication.

Last reviewed: October 2026