Privacy Policy
Privacy is important. Learn how information is protected.
Last updated: 21 September 2025
Privacy Commitment
At SchoolChecker.io, there is a commitment to protecting privacy and ensuring transparency about how information is handled. This privacy policy explains practices regarding data collection and usage.
Data Collection
No personal data is collected from website visitors. SchoolChecker.io is designed to provide free access to UK Government Department for Education (DfE) statistics and school data without requiring any personal information from users.
Google Analytics
Google Analytics is used to collect anonymous traffic data to help understand how visitors use the website and make improvements to provide a better user experience. This data is:
- Completely anonymous and cannot identify individual users
- Used solely to analyze website traffic patterns and user behavior
- Collected in accordance with Google Analytics' privacy policies
- Used to improve website functionality and content relevance
Purpose of Service
SchoolChecker.io is offered completely free to everyone who wants to take a more visual and accessible look into UK Government DfE statistics and school data. The mission is to:
- Make UK school data more accessible and understandable
- Provide visual representations of educational statistics
- Help parents, educators, and researchers access school information
- Offer insights into school performance and Ofsted ratings
Data Sources
All school data displayed on the website comes from official UK Government sources, including:
- Department for Education (DfE) statistics
- Ofsted inspection reports and ratings
- Government school performance data
- Publicly available educational datasets
Cookies
Cookies are used only for Google Analytics to track anonymous website usage. These cookies do not contain personal information and are used solely for analytical purposes to improve the website's performance and user experience.
Third-Party Services
The website may contain links to external websites and services. There is no responsibility for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.
Contact
If there are any questions about this privacy policy or data practices, please contact through the website. There is a commitment to addressing any concerns about privacy and data protection.
Changes to This Policy
This privacy policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Free Service Commitment
SchoolChecker.io remains completely free for all users. There is a belief that access to educational data should be available to everyone, and there is a commitment to maintaining this free service to help parents, educators, and researchers make informed decisions about education.