Ascent Multi Academy Trust Privacy Policy

Last updated: 26/06/25

1. Introduction

Ascent Multi Academy Trust ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal data when you visit our website (https://ascenttrust.org.uk).

2. Who We Are

Ascent Multi Academy Trust is a multi-academy trust responsible for schools who cater to SEND (Special Education Needs & Disabilities). Our registered address is:
The Brier School, Bromley Lane, Kingswinford, West Midlands, United Kingdom, DY6 8QN
Contact us: info@ascenttrust.org.uk | 01384 81 6000

3. What Information We Collect

When you use our website, we may collect:

• Personal identifiers: Name, email address, contact details (if you fill out a form)
• Technical data: IP address, browser type and version, device information
• Usage data: Information about how you use our website (pages visited, time spent)

We do not collect more information than we need to fulfil our stated purposes.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to your enquiries
• Provide you with information you request
• Improve our website and services
• Fulfil our legal or regulatory obligations

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your personal data on the following bases:

• Consent: Where you have given clear consent (e.g., signing up for a newsletter)
• Legal obligation: To comply with the law or statutory guidance
• Legitimate interest: To improve our services and website (where your rights do not override our interests)

For more information, see: UK GDPR: ‘lawful basis’ for processing personal data

6. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience and for it to function. You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings. For full details, please see below.

7. Who We Share Your Data With

We only share your personal data when necessary, for example:

• With service providers who help us operate the website (e.g., Microsoft Forms)
• If required by law, with regulatory bodies or authorities

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

8. How We Store Your Data

We store your data securely on UK-based servers or trusted third-party providers. We retain your data only as long as necessary for our purposes, or as required by law.

9. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict processing
• Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)
• Lodge a complaint with the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office)

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@ascenttrust.org.uk or by phone 01384 81 6000.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Please check back regularly for any changes.

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You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.