INSPIRE SCIENCE EDUCATION – Privacy Policy
Website: Inspire Science Education
Last updated: 2026
1. INTRODUCTION
Inspire Science Education (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and responsibly.
This Privacy Policy explains:
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what information we collect
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how we use it
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how we store and protect it
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your rights under UK GDPR
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how to contact us regarding your data
By using our website or purchasing our products or services, you agree to the practices described within this policy.
2. WHO WE ARE
Inspire Science Education provides science enrichment products, STEM activity kits, Science Gadget Shops, educational resources, and related materials for UK primary schools and educational organisations.
Data Controller
Inspire Science Education
📧 support@inspirescienceeducation.co.uk
3. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We may collect and process the following categories of personal information.
3.1 Information You Provide
This may include:
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school name and contact details
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names and job roles of staff members
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email addresses
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billing and delivery addresses
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purchase order details
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payment information (processed securely via third parties)
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messages sent through email, forms, or website contact pages
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account login details (where applicable)
3.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
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IP address
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browser type and device information
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pages visited and time spent on site
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website usage analytics
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download history for digital products
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referral sources and advertising data
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cookies and tracking information
This information helps us improve website performance, user experience, and educational resources.
3.3 Payment Information
We do not store full debit or credit card details.
Payments are securely processed by trusted third-party payment providers, including:
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Stripe
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PayPal
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other approved payment processors
These providers use industry-standard encryption and security measures.
4. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We may use personal data to:
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process and fulfil orders
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arrange delivery of products
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provide invoices and receipts
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manage customer accounts
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deliver digital downloads and educational resources
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respond to enquiries and provide customer support
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improve website functionality and user experience
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monitor website performance and analytics
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send optional marketing communications (where consent has been provided)
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comply with legal, financial, and accounting obligations
We do not sell personal data or share it with third parties for their own marketing purposes.
5. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING (UK GDPR)
We process personal data under the following lawful bases.
5.1 Contract
To fulfil orders, provide services, and deliver customer support.
5.2 Consent
For optional marketing emails, newsletters, and non-essential cookies.
5.3 Legitimate Interests
To improve our website, products, educational services, and customer experience.
5.4 Legal Obligation
To comply with tax, accounting, fraud prevention, and regulatory requirements.
6. HOW WE STORE & PROTECT YOUR DATA
We take reasonable steps to protect personal data using:
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encrypted systems and secure servers
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password-protected platforms
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restricted internal access
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secure third-party providers
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regular software and security updates
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or to meet legal obligations.
7. SHARING YOUR INFORMATION
We may share limited information with trusted third-party providers who support our business operations, including:
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payment processors
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website hosting providers
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email marketing platforms
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delivery companies
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analytics services
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cloud storage providers
Examples may include:
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Stripe
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PayPal
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Royal Mail
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Parcelforce
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Google Analytics
These providers are required to protect your data and may only process it for authorised purposes.
We never sell personal data.
8. MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
With your consent, we may send emails relating to:
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science enrichment ideas
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STEM activities
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new Science Gadget Shop products
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special offers
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educational resources
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school event inspiration
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product updates
You will only receive marketing communications if you:
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opt in voluntarily
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subscribe via our website
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request information directly
You can unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in our emails.
9. YOUR RIGHTS UNDER UK GDPR
You have the right to:
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access the personal data we hold about you
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request correction of inaccurate information
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request deletion of your personal data
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restrict or object to processing
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request a copy of your data
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withdraw consent at any time
To exercise your rights, please contact:
📧 support@inspirescienceeducation.co.uk
We aim to respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days.
10. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
Our website and services are intended for schools, teachers, educational professionals, and adults.
We do not knowingly collect personal data directly from children.
11. EXTERNAL LINKS
Our website may contain links to external websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites.
12. COOKIES
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
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improve functionality
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analyse website traffic
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personalise user experience
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monitor advertising performance
You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Where legally required, non-essential cookies will only be used with your consent.
13. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be published on this page with an updated revision date.
Continued use of our website indicates acceptance of any revised policy.
14. CONTACT DETAILS
For questions, privacy requests, or data concerns, please contact:
Inspire Science Education
📧 support@inspirescienceeducation.co.uk
📞 Phone: 07751 793799
📍 Address: 134 Bedowan Meadows, Newquay, Cornwall, TR72TB
