Little Bloomers Services (Little Bloomers Ltd)
ICO Registered

At Little Bloomers Services (Little Bloomers Ltd), we are committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and all other relevant data protection laws. This page outlines how we handle your data when you use our website and services.

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1. Who We Are

Little Bloomers Services (Little Bloomers Ltd)
Registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
As a registered childminding provider, we collect and process personal data to deliver safe, high-quality childcare services.

 

2. What Personal Data We Collect

When using our website or contacting us, we may collect:

• Your name and contact details (phone number, email address)

• Child’s name, date of birth, and relevant care information (only when enquiring or registering)

• Emergency contact details

• Any information submitted through forms or email (e.g., questions, enrolment requests)

We only collect data that is necessary for communication, safeguarding, and delivering childcare services.

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3. How We Use Your Personal Data

We will only use your data for:

• Responding to enquiries

• Registering children for childcare services

• Managing contracts, invoices, and bookings

• Safeguarding and legal compliance

• Providing updates on your child (via our app or communications)

• Improving our website and services

We do not use your data for marketing without your explicit consent.

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4. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following legal bases under UK GDPR:

• Contract – to enter into or fulfil a childcare agreement

• Legal obligation – for safeguarding, record keeping, and regulatory requirements

• Consent – for optional communications or photographs

• Legitimate interest – for administrative and operational purposes necessary for childcare provision

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5. How We Store and Protect Your Data

Your data is stored securely using password-protected systems and encrypted digital storage.
We take all reasonable steps to prevent:

• Unauthorised access

• Loss or theft

• Unlawful processing

• Accidental destruction

Only authorised individuals involved in childcare provision have access to your data.

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6. Sharing Your Personal Data

We do not sell or share your data for marketing.

We may share information only when necessary for:

• Safeguarding purposes

• Legal obligations (e.g., Ofsted, local authorities)

• Emergency healthcare providers

• Third-party apps used for communication or child updates (secure and GDPR-compliant)

All third-party services used comply with UK GDPR requirements.

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7. Data Retention

We retain data only for as long as necessary:

• Business and childcare records: required statutory period

• Enquiry information: up to 12 months unless you enrol

• Contracts and safeguarding records: as required by law

Once no longer required, data is securely destroyed or deleted.

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8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request corrections

• Request deletion (where legally permitted)

• Object to or restrict processing

• Withdraw consent (where applicable)

• Make a complaint to the ICO

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us.

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9. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website may use essential cookies to improve user experience.
We do not use intrusive tracking without your consent.

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10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these terms or about how we manage your data, contact:

Little Bloomers Services (Little Bloomers Ltd)
ICO Registered
Email: Mavworo@littlebloomersservices.co.uk
Phone: 07432705213