The School uses the guidelines provided by the IRMS to ensure data is retained appropriately. 

The following examples show indicative figures as to the longevity of personal data at the School. It is important to note that these are not rigid - the School has legal and safeguarding obligations to meet, which allow it to retain certain data longer than specified below.

            Example                                            Nominal retention period

            Admissions - successful                     Date of entry plus 3 years

            Admissions - unsuccessful                 Date of submission plus 1 year

            Student file                                       Date of birth plus 25 years

            Staff Appraisals                                 Date of appraisal plus 5 years