Your Privacy, Our Commitment
This Privacy Policy explains how Nest Guardians collects, uses, and protects personal data. We are committed to safeguarding student welfare, complying with GDPR, and ensuring parents and schools can trust our guardianship services.
Policy – Nest Guardians
1. Introduction
- This notice explains our policy regarding all information we collect and record about you. It sets out the conditions under which we may process information you provide, including both personal information (that could identify you) and non-personal information.
- If you do not agree with any part of this policy, your option is to discontinue use of our website immediately.
- We take the protection of your privacy and confidentiality seriously. All parents, students, and visitors are entitled to know that their data will not be misused or shared without permission.
- We undertake to preserve the confidentiality of the information you provide, and expect the same commitment in return.
- Our policy complies with UK law and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
- This policy outlines your rights and our obligations with respect to the processing of personal data.
- Except as detailed below, we do not sell, share, or disclose any personal information to third parties.
2. Legal Bases for Processing Data
- To assume parental responsibility during term time where appropriate, including granting consents required by the School.
- To liaise with both the School and the Parents, ensuring the Student’s welfare throughout the Programme.
- To arrange transport for the Student between UK ports of entry/exit and the School, subject to reimbursement.
- To take reasonable steps to monitor the Student’s independent travel plans and notify Parents accordingly.
3. Specific Uses of Information
- Information shared publicly: Content you post on our website (e.g., testimonials or comments) may be visible to others.
- Complaints: If you raise a complaint, we may investigate and share limited information when necessary.
- Job applications: Data from applicants is stored securely and retained only as long as reasonably necessary.
- Support requests: Contact information may be retained to ensure quality service.
- Affiliate/business partners: Data shared for partnerships will remain confidential.
4. Automated Data Collection
- Cookies: We use cookies to track usage, improve website experience, and support live chat or forms.
- Identifiers: We may record browser type, IP address, or device details to monitor website performance.
- Remarketing: With consent, we may use cookies for remarketing purposes.
5. Data Sharing & International Transfers
- We do not share your personal information with third parties unless legally required.
- In some cases, data may be processed outside the UK/EU, with appropriate safeguards in place to protect your rights.
6. Your Rights
- Access: You may request details of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction/Removal: You may request corrections or deletion of your information, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
- Verification: We may ask for identity verification before fulfilling such requests.
7. Other Provisions
- Children: Our services are intended for parents, students, and schools. Services are not sold directly to children under 18.
- Encryption: All data transmitted via our website is encrypted using SSL certificates.
- Complaints: You can raise complaints directly with us at [email protected] or with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
- Retention: Data is kept only as long as necessary for service provision, legal compliance, or protection of our rights.
- Updates: This policy may be updated. The version posted on our website at the time of your visit applies.
