Retaining records

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.

Learn what to consider when you’re deciding how long to keep records for to comply with UK GDPR. See examples of retention schedules from schools and trusts. Plus, find out how to dispose of data securely.