privacy policy
Tiny Learning Academy
Effective Date: [Month Day, Year]
Tiny Learning Academy (“Tiny Learning Academy,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values the privacy of
every child, parent, guardian, employee, applicant, and visitor. We are committed to protecting
your personal information and handling it responsibly, securely, and in accordance with
applicable federal and Massachusetts laws.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and disclose personal
information when you visit our website, contact us, request information, enroll a child, apply for
employment, or otherwise interact with Tiny Learning Academy.
By accessing our website or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and
understand this Privacy Policy.
1. Scope of This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through:
- Our official website
- Online enrollment and inquiry forms
- Email communications
- Telephone calls
- In-person visits
- Employment applications
- Social media interactions
- Any other services provided by Tiny Learning Academy
This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites or services that may be linked from
our website.
2. Information We Collect
Depending on how you interact with us, we may collect the following information.
Personal Information
- Full name
- Mailing address
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Emergency contact information
Child Information
For enrollment purposes, we may collect information about your child, including:
- Child’s name
- Date of birth
- Age
- Classroom assignment
- Medical information
- Allergy information
- Immunization records
- Authorized pickup contacts
- Emergency contact information
- Developmental or educational information provided by parents
Children’s information is collected only for educational, enrollment, health, safety, and
operational purposes. We collect information about children from a parent or legal guardian, not
directly from the child. We are committed to protecting children’s information and following
applicable privacy laws, including the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
3. Website Information
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Operating system
- Pages visited
- Date and time of your visit
- Website usage statistics
This information helps us improve our website and enhance the user experience.
4. Information You Voluntarily Provide
You may choose to provide information when you:
- Request information
- Schedule a tour
- Submit an enrollment inquiry
- Contact our office
- Apply for employment
- Subscribe to newsletters
- Complete online forms
Providing this information is voluntary, but some services may not be available without it.
5. How We Use Your Information
Information collected may be used to:
- Respond to inquiries
- Schedule tours
- Process enrollment requests
- Communicate with parents and guardians
- Maintain student records
- Process tuition payments
- Improve educational services
- Improve our website
- Process employment applications
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- Protect the safety of children, families, and staff
We collect only the information reasonably necessary to provide our services and operate our
child care program.
6. Children's Privacy
Protecting children’s privacy is one of our highest priorities.
Tiny Learning Academy does not knowingly collect personal information directly from children
through our website.
Information about enrolled children is provided only by a parent or legal guardian and is used
solely for:
- Enrollment
- Daily care
- Educational planning
- Health and safety
- Parent communication
- Regulatory compliance
Children’s information is never sold or used for advertising purposes.
7. Parent Rights
Parents and legal guardians may:
- Review their child’s information
- Request corrections
- Update emergency contacts
- Update medical information
- Request deletion of information when legally permitted
- Ask questions regarding our privacy practices
Children’s information is never sold or used for advertising purposes.
8. Employment Applicants
Individuals applying for employment may provide information including:
- Resume
- Employment history
- Education
- Professional certifications
- References
- Background information
- Contact information
Employment information is used solely for recruitment, hiring, and employment consideration.
9. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve website performance
- Remember user preferences
- Analyze website traffic
- Measure website effectiveness
- Improve visitor experience
Users may disable cookies through their browser settings. Some website features may not
function properly if cookies are disabled.
10. Google Analytics
We may use Google Analytics or similar analytics tools to better understand how visitors use our
website.
Analytics information may include:
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on pages
- Device information
- General geographic location
- Website performance
This information is collected in aggregate and is not intended to personally identify visitors.
11. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party providers to help operate our business, including:
- Website hosting providers
- Email service providers
- Payment processors
- Scheduling platforms
- Child care management software
- Cloud storage providers
These providers may access information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf
and are expected to protect your information appropriately.
12. Information Sharing
Tiny Learning Academy does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
Information may be shared only when necessary to:
- Complete requested services
- Comply with applicable laws
- Respond to lawful government requests
- Protect the health or safety of children, families, staff, or the public
- Protect the rights and property of Tiny Learning Academy
Any disclosure is limited to what is reasonably necessary for the applicable purpose.
13. Data Security
We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect
personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Although we work diligently to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or
storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
14. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services
- Meet operational needs
- Comply with legal obligations
- Satisfy licensing requirements
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our policies
Once information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or destroyed in accordance with
our record retention practices.
15. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience.
Tiny Learning Academy is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of
external websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites
they visit.
16. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our services, technology,
legal requirements, or business practices.
The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date. Continued use of
our website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy
Policy.
17. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us.
Tiny Learning Academy
Email: info@tinylearningacademy.com
Phone: (XXX) XXX-XXXX
Website: www.tinylearningacademy.com
Mailing Address:
Tiny Learning Academy
[Business Address]
Brockton, Massachusetts
SMS/Text Messaging Privacy Policy
Tiny Learning Academy may offer text message communications to provide important
information related to enrollment, scheduled tours, reminders, updates, and customer
support.
SMS Consent
By providing your mobile phone number, you consent to receive text messages from
Tiny Learning Academy for informational and customer service purposes. Consent to
receive text messages is not a condition of enrollment or the purchase of any services.
Message Frequency
Message frequency may vary depending on your interaction with Tiny Learning
Academy, including inquiries, enrollment, appointments, and ongoing communications.
Message & Data Rates
Standard message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier and service
plan.
Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by replying STOP to any
message. Once you opt out, you will no longer receive SMS communications unless you
choose to subscribe again.
Help & Support
If you need assistance with our text messaging service, reply HELP to any message or
contact us directly using the information provided on our Contact Us page.
Mobile Information Privacy
Mobile phone numbers and SMS consent are used solely for the purpose of providing
requested communications and customer support.
Mobile information will not be sold, rented, shared, or disclosed to third parties or
affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes.
Data Security
Reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are maintained to help
protect personal information collected through our SMS communication services.
Policy Updates
This SMS Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our
communication practices or applicable legal requirements. Any updates will be posted
on this page with a revised effective date.