At Little Village Christian Nursery School, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of the personal information of our students, parents, guardians, staff, and visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act.
1. Collection of Personal Information:
We may collect personal information directly from students, parents, guardians, staff, or visitors, or indirectly through our website, communication channels, or third-party service providers. Personal information may include but is not limited to:
- Names
- Contact details (such as address, email, and phone numbers)
- Student records and information
- Financial information for billing purposes
- Any other information necessary for the operation of the nursery school
2. Use of Personal Information:
We will only use personal information for the purposes for which it was collected, including but not limited to:
- Providing educational services
- Communicating with students, parents, guardians, and staff
- Billing and financial purposes
- Managing school activities and events
- Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
3. Disclosure of Personal Information:
We may disclose personal information to third parties, including:
- Service providers and contractors who assist us in operating our nursery school
- Government authorities or law enforcement agencies when required by law
- Other parties with consent from the individual or their legal guardian
4. Protection of Personal Information:
We implement appropriate security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include physical, technical, and administrative safeguards.
5. Retention of Personal Information:
We will retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. When personal information is no longer needed, we will securely dispose of it in accordance with our retention policies.
6. Rights of Individuals:
Individuals have the right to access, correct, or delete their personal information held by Little Village Christian Nursery School. Requests for access, correction, or deletion should be made in writing to our designated privacy officer.
7. Consent:
By providing personal information to Little Village Christian Nursery School, individuals consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of their personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.
8. Changes to this Privacy Policy:
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised Privacy Policy on our website. We encourage individuals to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.
9. Contact Us:
If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information, please contact our designated privacy officer at littlevcns@gmail.com.
By using our website or providing personal information to Little Village Christian Nursery School, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms and conditions.
