Explorations Academy is committed to protecting the privacy and information of its community members, including students, parents, alumni, employees, and website visitors. This policy outlines how Explorations Academy collects, uses, and protects personal information.
Categories of Personal Data We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal data:
- Student Information: Including names, addresses, contact details, academic records, and health information.
- Parent/Guardian Information: Names, addresses, contact details, emergency contact information.
- Staff Information: Names, addresses, contact details, employment history, payroll information.
- Website Visitors: IP addresses, browser information, cookies (refer to Cookies Policy).
Legal Basis for Collecting Personal Data
We collect personal data based on the following legal basis:
- Contractual Obligations: Fulfilling educational services and employment contracts.
- Legal Compliance: Compliance with regulatory requirements and health/safety regulations.
- Consent: For specific purposes such as marketing communications.
Data Collection Methods
We collect personal data through:
- Information provided directly by individuals.
- Interactions during admissions, enrollment, employment, and alumni relations.
- Automatic collection (IP addresses, browser details) for website improvement and marketing purposes.
Data Usage and Retention
We use personal data for:
- Educational and administrative purposes.
- Marketing communications with consent.
- Legal compliance and reporting.
Personal data is retained as necessary or as required by law.
Opt-Out and Data Erasure
Individuals can opt-out of marketing communications and request data erasure by contacting us at admin@explorationsacademy.org.
Rights of Data Subjects
Data subjects have rights to:
- Access, correct, and delete personal data.
- Restrict processing and data portability.
- Object to processing and lodge complaints.
Data Transfers and Safeguards
Personal data may be transferred with appropriate safeguards in place.
Automated Decision-Making
We do not use automated decision-making systems significantly affecting individuals without consent.
3rd Parties
We value your privacy and never sell or share your data with 3rd parties.
Updates to this Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Review it for any changes.