Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. Who We Are
FindAFosteringAgency.co.uk is operated as part of the Fostering OS ecosystem. We provide a free, independent directory of Ofsted-registered fostering agencies in England. Our data is sourced from publicly available Ofsted and Companies House datasets.
2. What Data We Collect
We may collect the following information:
- Claim form submissions: Name, role, agency name, email, phone number, Ofsted URN
- Usage data: Pages viewed, search queries, referral source (via analytics)
- Cookies: Essential cookies for site functionality and optional analytics cookies
3. How We Use Your Data
- To verify and process agency listing claims
- To improve our directory and user experience
- To send information about relevant services (only with consent)
- To comply with legal obligations
4. Legal Basis (UK GDPR)
We process personal data under: Consent (claim forms, marketing opt-in), Legitimate Interest (directory operation, analytics), and Legal Obligation (compliance with applicable laws).
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your data. Agency data displayed on this site is sourced from public Ofsted datasets. We may share claim form data with verified agency representatives for listing management purposes. Analytics data is processed by third-party analytics providers.
6. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Rectify inaccurate data
- Request erasure of your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@findafosteringagency.co.uk.
7. Data Retention
Claim form data is retained for as long as the listing is active. Analytics data is retained for 26 months. You may request deletion at any time.
8. Contact
For privacy inquiries, email privacy@findafosteringagency.co.uk. You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).