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Data Privacy & Protection 

Achieve clarity, confidence, and long-term data protection compliance across your school’s policies, systems, and people with 9ine’s strategic consultancy, ongoing support, and platform-based solutions.

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Data protection consultancy no matter where you are in the world 

Our team has deep expertise in data protection and data privacy in schools, providing privacy and compliance consultancy tailored for education settings across the globe — including the UK, USA, Canada, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand. With over 15 years of experience, 9ine’s independent consultants help schools navigate international frameworks like GDPR and local legislation with confidence.

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Inspection and accreditation

If your school is pursuing accreditation or preparing for an inspection, our team can support you in aligning your compliance processes with GDPR and other data privacy regulations. We help embed best practices in data privacy in schools, ensuring your institution meets all data protection expectations and passes inspection with confidence.

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Continuous Professional Development (CPD) 

Stay current with the latest in data protection, GDPR, and compliance through our Privacy Academy. These CPD training programmes are specifically designed for Data Protection Officers (DPOs) and other school staff involved in data privacy in schools. Whether you're new to the role or a seasoned practitioner, our Academy ensures you're well-prepared to manage regulatory change.

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Full school training 

Data privacy in schools is a shared responsibility, not just the DPO’s. Through the 9ine Academy, the entire school community — from leadership to teaching staff — can be enrolled in targeted training programmes that promote awareness of data protection and GDPR obligations. This whole-school approach demonstrates your proactive commitment to a secure and compliant environment.

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DPO Essentials  

Streamline your school's privacy management potential with 9ine's DPO Essentials, a comprehensive consultancy subscription service. Our proactive approach ensures compliance, transparency, and accountability. 

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Privacy Academy

A certified monthly training programme for risk professionals and education privacy teams. It equips Data Protection Officers (DPOs) in handling data breaches, subject access requests, and international data transfers confidently.

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Privacy Module

Supports organisations manage their data privacy and protection programme. The comprehensive solution equips organisations to seamlessly navigate the complexities of data protection

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Insights on Data Privacy in Schools
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AI in Education: AI Literacy. What do schools need to know?

Feb 25, 2025 by 9ine

The EU AI Act’s first provisions came into effect this month, including the requirement for schools to ensure the...
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5 reasons to protect your school’s data

Oct 14, 2024 by 9ine

Data protection regulations differ across the globe, with some regions lacking regulations while others have more...
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WhatsApp: Should schools use the app for communicating?

Sep 19, 2024 by 9ine

New technology has changed the way we communicate. Instant messaging makes sharing information easy, which is one...
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School Risk Management: Ensuring Safety

Sep 17, 2024 by 9ine

Risk management is an important component of the governance regime of a school, yet for many schools, there is a...
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9ine welcomes MARIO Education to the Certified Vendor Programme

Jul 8, 2024 by 9ine

The well-being of students in today’s digital-native world is inextricably linked to robust safeguarding and cyber...
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The emerging trend of technology and schools: How to avoid fines

Apr 20, 2022 by 9ine

Data Protection has arguably been around for decades in various forms; however, in the last five years there has been a...
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€300,000 Hurdle for Sports Club: GDPR

Jun 22, 2021 by 9ine

Not all sports clubs have €300,000 just kicking about. However, last week we saw an unnamed football association get...
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9 things your School can achieve today by using the 9ine GRC App

Dec 21, 2020 by 9ine

9ine’s GRC App has been created with educational organisations at the heart of its design, providing your school with...
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9 ways we helped schools overcome critical challenges in 2020

Dec 21, 2020 by 9ine

2020 was a year of disruption and unprecedented challenges, we are proud that we could support so many schools as part...

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