Terms and conditions (API version)

These terms and conditions of use apply to the Oak Curriculum API (referred to as our API), which includes the following:

https://open-api.thenational.academy/

https://open-api.thenational.academy/playground

These terms and conditions apply to our services, including use of an API key, which we supply to you, upon request.

If you continue to browse or use our website and/or use any of our services, you are agreeing to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions of use.

The terms “Oak”, “us” and “we” refer to the owner of the website, Oak National Academy Limited. The term “you” refers to the user or viewer of our website or user of any of our services.

The use of these websites and any of our services is subject to the following terms and conditions, which we can update at any time without notice:

1. Using our website

• We are continually striving to improve our website and services, which are being updated all the time. We can change or remove content at any time without notice.
• You agree:
  • to use our website and services for lawful purposes only;
  • to use our website and services in a way which does not infringe the rights of, or restrict or inhibit the use and enjoyment of them by anyone else;
  • not to engage in any malicious activities, when using our website and services, including but not limited to:
    • unauthorised access to the website’s systems and data;
    • distribution of malware, viruses or any other malicious code;
    • attempting to disrupt or impair the functionality or availability of the website and services;
    • engaging in any activities which violate the privacy or security of users of the website and services;
    • engaging in any activities which attempt to manipulate the website or any interactive products provided on it or any of our services to create, disseminate, or promote inappropriate, harmful, or malicious content and/or mis-information.
• We own all rights, title, and interest in and to the website and the services offered.

We reserve the right to remove or modify your rights to use this website and our services if your use does not comply with these terms and conditions.

1. Using lesson content from our API

Our API provides a collection of lesson content consisting of digital materials including, but not limited to:

1. quizzes;
2. slide decks;
3. worksheets; and
4. audio and video content and any transcripts thereof and any transcripts materials or tools utilised therein (including any subtitling, captioning, sign language or other methods adopted to enable access);
5. any additional materials provided to assist with teaching a particular lesson.

This lesson content, which is hosted in our OpenAPI (open-api.thenational.academy) is made available to use under an Open Government Licence (OGL) v3.0, except where otherwise stated. Third party assets, such as images, that are used in slide decks and worksheets have been audited to identify copyright licensing requirements. Lessons in the API contain assets that are either owned by Oak or are third party assets under an OGL compatible licence. Subject to the disclaimers provided in section 5 of these Terms and Conditions, this means that you are free to use it in the following ways (referred to as “use” below):

• copy, publish, distribute and transmit the content;
• adapt the content;
• exploit the content commercially and non-commercially for example, by combining it with other information, or by including it in your own product or application.

When using content on an Open Government License you must:

• Attribute Oak National Academy using the following statement: “A [subject - English etc] lesson by Oak National Academy licensed under Open Government Licence (OGL);
• Provide a link to the terms of the OGL licence: https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/

1. Links from our website

From time to time, this website may also include links to other websites, as well as links to blogs and social media platforms (“linked platforms”). We provide these links for your convenience. They do not signify that we endorse these linked platforms and we accept no responsibility for

• the content of the linked platforms;
• the protection of any information you give to the linked platforms;
• any loss or damage that may arise from your use of these linked platforms or any additional platforms they link to.

You should read all terms and conditions, privacy policies and end user licences which relate to these linked platforms before you use them.

1. Links to our website

Whilst we welcome you linking your own website or organisation to this website (or providing a link to this website in your documentation), you must NOT:

• say your organisation or website is associated with or endorsed by us;
• unless the content is available under OGL and no further restrictions apply, license, sell, rent, lease, assign, charge for access or use of or otherwise commercially exploit any lessons or other products which appear on our website. Please see our Guide to website licensing for assistance.

1. Disclaimers for our website and services

• The contents of the pages of this website and the API are for your general information and use only;
• The information is licensed “as is” and we exclude all representations, warranties, obligations and liabilities in relation to the information to the maximum extent permitted by law;
• Whilst we make every effort to ensure the content of our website and our services is:
  • current
  • available to use under OGL or an OGL compatible licence
  • secure
  • accurate
  • complete
  • free from bugs or viruses;
• Neither we nor any third parties provide any warranty or guarantee as to the accuracy, timeliness, performance, completeness or suitability of the information and materials found or offered on this website and provided in our services for any particular purpose. You acknowledge that such information and materials may contain inaccuracies, errors and/or contain content which is not OGL compliant (for example, the use of content which is owned by third parties and/or trademarks).We expressly exclude liability for any such inaccuracies or errors and we shall not be liable for any loss, injury or damage of any kind caused by its use;
• Your use of any information or materials on this website is entirely at your own risk, for which we shall not be liable. It is your responsibility to ensure that any products, services or information made available through this website meet your specific requirements;
• Unauthorised use of this website and services may result in a claim for damages and/or be a criminal offence. We will share information and co-operate with law enforcement agencies, when required by law to do so.

1. Information about you and your visits to our website

We collect information about you in accordance with our Privacy Policy for our site at https://open-api.thenational.academy/ and https://open-api.thenational.academy/playground.

1. Virus protection

We make every effort to check and test our website for viruses at every stage of production.

You must ensure that the way you use our website and services does not expose you to the risk of viruses, malicious computer code or other forms of interference which may damage your computer system.

We are not responsible for any loss, disruption or damage to your data or computer system which might happen when you use our website or services.

You must not introduce viruses, trojans, worms, logic bombs or any other material which is malicious or technologically harmful to our website or services.

You must not attack or try to gain unauthorised access to our website or any server, computer or database connected to it. We will report any attacks or attempts to the relevant law enforcement authorities.

We welcome investigative work into security vulnerabilities in accordance with our Security Disclosure Policy.

1. Our branding

Our branding and trademarks include, but are not limited to:

• Illustrations
• Logo and trademarks
• Brand imagery
• Design assets

These are owned by or licensed to us. Our logo and name are protected by registered trade marks in the UK and must not be used to promote similar products or services without our permission.

Reproduction is strictly prohibited, other than in accordance with these terms and conditions. For details of the use of our logo and branding in our resources please see our Guide to website licensing and our guide Using the Oak brand .

1. Governing law and disputes

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

Any dispute relating to these terms and conditions, or your use of our website (whether it be contractual or non-contractual) will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

1. These terms and conditions

We are not liable if we fail to comply with these terms and conditions because of circumstances beyond our control.

We may decide not to exercise or enforce any right available to us under these terms and conditions. We may decide to exercise or enforce that right at a later date. Doing this once does not mean that we automatically waive the right on any other occasion.

If any of these terms and conditions is held to be invalid, unenforceable or illegal for any reason, the remaining terms and conditions will still apply.

Changes to these terms and conditions may be made at any time, so please check them regularly.

By continuing to use our website after the terms and conditions have been updated, you agree to any changes.

1. Contact us

If you have any questions, comments or requests, or require further information, please contact [email protected].