Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller Information

Dyslexia Assessments UK Ltd ("we", "our", or "the practice"), led by Elizabeth Downing (APC-qualified Assessor), operates as the Data Controller responsible for personal and special category data processed in connection with educational assessments, screening, and study skills tuition.

Practice Address: 27 Goosey Lane, St Georges, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 7XF, UK.
Contact Email: info@dyslexiaassessments.co.uk.

2. Information We Collect

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

• Contact details: Full name, telephone number, postal address, and email address.
• Educational & occupational background: School/university year of study, employer details, previous psychological or educational reports.
• Special category data: Cognitive test scores, literacy assessments, diagnostic questionnaires, and medical/educational history provided to evaluate specific learning difficulties.

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Contract: Necessary to perform educational assessment services and prepare formal diagnostic reports requested by you.
• Explicit Consent: Required for the collection and processing of special category data relating to learning profiles.
• Legal Obligation: Maintaining accounting and statutory records as required by UK law.

4. Data Security & Storage

All assessment questionnaires, score sheets, and final SASC-aligned diagnostic reports are stored securely using encrypted, password-protected systems. Assessment reports and test protocols are retained for professional indemnity and regulatory compliance purposes in accordance with SASC and APC guidelines.

5. Your Individual Rights

Under UK GDPR, you hold the right to access your personal data, request correction of inaccurate records, request deletion (where statutory retention does not apply), or object to processing. To exercise these rights, please contact Elizabeth Downing directly at info@dyslexiaassessments.co.uk.