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Privacy Policy
At Val Driving School, we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy explains how we look after your personal data when you visit our website or use our services in Swindon, and tells you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you.
Who We Are
Val Driving School is the data controller responsible for your personal data. We provide professional driving tuition to learner drivers specifically within the Swindon area.
The Data We Collect
We collect personal information through our enquiry forms, booking processes, and website usage. This includes: names, email addresses, phone numbers, driving license details, pickup addresses, availability, and payment confirmation from secure providers. We also collect technical data like IP addresses and cookies to improve your experience.
How We Use Your Data
- Provide and manage your driving lessons and test bookings.
- Process payments and prevent fraud.
- Communicate lesson updates and safety information.
- Better understand how you use our website via cookies.
- Send marketing communications which you can stop at any time.
Legal Bases For Processing
Under UK GDPR, we rely on Contract (to fulfill our driving lesson agreement), Consent (where you have given clear permission), Legitimate Interests (to improve our school and maintain safety), and Legal Obligation (where required by law or regulators).
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell your data. We only share it with trusted third-party service providers who help us run our school, including payment processors, booking management software, email tools, and regulators if legally required.
Retention and Storage
We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes we collected it for. Most data is stored within the UK or EEA. If transferred outside, we ensure equivalent protections are in place.
Your Legal Rights
You have rights under UK data protection laws, including the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data. You can also object to processing, request data portability, or complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or our data practices, please email us at valdrivingschooluk@gmail.com or call us on 07853 898856.
Last Updated: May 20, 2026