Data protection and information management

Know what to include in your educational records, also known as pupil records, and understand your responsibilities to allow parents to access their child's educational record so you can stay compliant with education law and the UK GDPR.

All schools must hold an admission register. Find out what should be in it, how long you should keep records, and when and how to remove a pupil from the school roll.

Find out the school census dates for 2026/27.

Take a look at our tips to make sure you stay compliant with data protection around the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Share them with your team to make sure everyone is on the same page.

There's lots of new information to absorb now that you've taken on the role of data protection officer (DPO). Download our 'cheat sheet' to help you remember the key UK GDPR principles, deadlines and definitions.

Find out how to transfer safeguarding files securely, and what information you should include. We also look at communicating with other schools and parents.

Understand the guidance on keeping child protection records, including the information on pupil files, court orders and allegations made against members of staff.

Use our template to create an information asset register (IAR) for your school. It will help you stay compliant with the UK GDPR by keeping track of all the data you're responsible for.

Understand what information you should keep in staff personnel records and how long you should keep it for, so you can make sure you're compliant.