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Privacy Policy

 

Stratford Academy

Last updated: 24/11/2024

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Stratford Academy (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you interact with our website, services, courses, and communications.

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1. Who We Are

Stratford Academy is an education and training provider offering professional, academic, and vocational programmes, including ACCA and other professional qualifications, delivered through online, blended, and in-class learning.

Website: www.stratfordacademy.info

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2. Information We Collect

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

  • Identity Data: Name, title, date of birth (where required)

  • Contact Data: Email address, telephone number, postal address

  • Academic & Professional Data: Qualifications, work experience, study preferences, exemption eligibility

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies

  • Marketing & Communication Data: Enquiry history, preferences, consent records

 
3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data when you:

  • Complete enquiry or lead forms (including social media lead ads)

  • Register for courses, events, or assessments

  • Communicate with us via email, phone, WhatsApp, or online platforms

  • Use our website or learning platforms

 
4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

  • Respond to enquiries and provide programme information

  • Process applications, enrolments, and academic records

  • Assess eligibility, exemptions, and progression routes

  • Deliver learning services and academic support

  • Communicate important updates, schedules, or changes

  • Improve our services, website, and learner experience

  • Meet legal, regulatory, and awarding-body requirements

 
5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – where you have given clear permission

  • Contract – where processing is necessary to deliver services

  • Legal obligation – to meet regulatory or compliance requirements

  • Legitimate interests – for education delivery, quality assurance, and service improvement

 
6. Marketing Communications

We may contact you with information about relevant courses, intakes, or learning opportunities.
You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by contacting us or using unsubscribe options where provided.

 
7. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We may share your data only where necessary with:

  • Awarding bodies and professional organisations (e.g. for certification or verification)

  • Learning platform providers and academic partners

  • Tutors, assessors, and quality assurance personnel

  • Regulatory or legal authorities where required by law

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

 
8. International Data Transfers

Where data is transferred outside your country of residence, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in line with applicable data protection laws.

 
9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, including academic, legal, and regulatory obligations.

 
10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

 
11. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data (subject to legal limits)

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Request data portability where applicable

Requests can be made by contacting us using the details below.

 
12. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and user experience. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

 
13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be published on our website with a revised “Last updated” date.

 
14. Contact Us

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

Stratford Academy
Email: enquiries@stratfordacademy.info
Website: www.stratfordacademy.info

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