Terms of Use

Station Academy Online Learning Platform

1. Introduction

These Terms of Use govern access to and use of the Station Academy online learning platform. By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to comply with these terms.

If you do not agree with these Terms of Use, you must not use the Platform.

2. About Us

[Your Academy Name] provides online education and training services, including courses aligned with awarding organisations such as Active IQ.

3. Access to the Platform

• Access is provided on a temporary, non-transferable basis
• We reserve the right to withdraw or amend the Platform without notice
• We do not guarantee that the Platform, or any content on it, will always be available or uninterrupted

You are responsible for ensuring you have suitable internet access and compatible devices.

4. Account Security

• You must keep your login details confidential
• You must not share your account with any other person
• You are responsible for all activity under your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts where misuse is suspected.

5. Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Platform only for lawful purposes. You must not:

• Misuse the Platform by introducing viruses, malware, or harmful material
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Platform or its servers
• Use the Platform for fraudulent or unlawful activities
• Upload or share offensive, abusive, or inappropriate content

Any breach may result in immediate suspension or termination.

6. Intellectual Property

• All content on the Platform (including videos, documents, branding, and materials) is owned by or licensed to Station Academy
• Content is provided for personal learning use only
• You must not copy, reproduce, distribute, or commercially exploit any materials without permission

7. User-Generated Content

Where you upload content (e.g. coursework, videos, assessments):

• You confirm that the content is your own work
• You grant us a licence to use, store, and review this content for assessment and quality assurance purposes
• You must not upload content that infringes third-party rights or is unlawful

8. Platform Functionality

We aim to ensure the Platform operates effectively, however:

• We do not guarantee that the Platform will be error-free
• We may suspend access for maintenance, updates, or technical issues
• We are not responsible for interruptions outside our control

9. Data Protection

• We process personal data in accordance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018
• Your data may be used for course delivery, support, and certification
• Where required, data may be shared with awarding organisations such as Active IQ

Full details are provided in our Privacy Policy.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• We exclude liability for any loss or damage arising from use of the Platform
• We are not responsible for loss of data, profits, or business interruption

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for:

• Death or personal injury caused by negligence
• Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
• Any liability that cannot be excluded under UK law

11. Suspension and Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Platform if:

• You breach these Terms of Use
• You misuse the Platform
• Required payments are not made (where applicable)

Termination may result in loss of access to course materials.

12. Third-Party Links and Services

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services.

• We are not responsible for the content or availability of these sites
• Use of third-party services is at your own risk

13. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Use from time to time.

• Updated terms will be published on the Platform
• Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated terms

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of England and Wales.
Any disputes arising in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

16. Acceptance

By using the Platform, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Use.