Last updated: 20/9/25

1. About This Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, the data they collect, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

For more information about how we use, store, and protect personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

This Cookie Policy applies to the following domain: https://www.rockinghorsenurserygodalming.co.uk

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function properly, improve security, enhance user experience, and allow us to analyse performance.

Cookies can be first-party (set by us) or third-party (set by external services like Google or YouTube).

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure website functionality and security

  • Understand how visitors use our site

  • Personalise content and ads (only with consent)

  • Improve user experience during future visits

We do not use cookies to collect directly identifiable personal data without your consent.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

Cookie TypePurposeEssentialRequired for core functionality and security. These cannot be switched off.Analytics / StatisticsHelp us understand how users interact with the site (e.g. page visits, duration). Set only with consent.MarketingUsed to deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness. Set only with consent.FunctionalEnable optional features like embedded videos or social sharing. Set only with consent.PreferencesStore your language, region, or other site customisations. Set only with consent.

5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

Under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR, we must:

  • Obtain your consent before placing any non-essential cookies on your device

  • Allow you to refuse or manage that consent easily

  • Provide clear information about what each cookie does

We rely on Consent (UK GDPR Article 6(1)(a)) for all cookies except those that are strictly necessary.

6. Cookie Consent Management

You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time by clicking the "Privacy & Cookie Policy" link or banner on our website.

7. Third-Party Cookies

We use trusted third-party services such as:

  • Google Analytics – for site usage statistics

  • YouTube – for embedded videos

  • Cloudflare – for bot protection and performance

These providers may set cookies to track your interactions across the web. You can view or change your consent preferences at any time.

8. Cookie List

CookieDescriptionTypeExpiry__cf_bmCloudflare cookie used to support bot managementEssential30 minutes_gaGoogle Analytics – tracks unique usersAnalytics2 years_gidGoogle Analytics – tracks session dataAnalytics24 hours_gat_gtag_UA_222502848_1Google Analytics – limits request rateAnalytics1 minuteCONSENTYouTube – stores video preferencesMarketing2 yearsyt-remote-device-idYouTube – stores video preferencesMarketingPersistentyt-remote-connected-devicesYouTube – stores video preferencesMarketingPersistentcookielawinfo-checkbox-*Stores consent preferences by categoryEssential1 yearviewed_cookie_policyIndicates cookie policy viewedEssential1 yearincap_ses_*Incapsula session cookies – security performanceEssentialSession

Note: This list is reviewed regularly. Descriptions are based on data from our providers. Contact us if you'd like more detail.

9. How to Control Cookies

You can change your cookie preferences on our site at any time.

Additionally, most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. For more information, visit:

10. Who Is Responsible for Cookies?

This website is operated by:                                                                                                         

Muddy Boots and iStep Learning
marketing@isteplearning.co.uk

We are the data controller for cookies set via our domain.