Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 1/11/2025
This Privacy Policy describes how Little Oaks Early Learning Academy (“Little Oaks,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you visit our website (https://www.littleoaksela.com/) (the “Site”), inquire about our programs, use our services, or otherwise communicate with us (collectively, the “Services”).
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using or accessing the Site, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site or our Services.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal obligations, or operational needs. Any updates will be posted on this page, and we will update the “Last Updated” date accordingly.
What Personal Information We Collect
The type of personal information we collect depends on how you interact with us. The information we collect may include:
1. Information You Provide Directly to Us
When you use our Site or Services, you may provide the following types of personal information:
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Basic contact details – Name, address, phone number, and email address.
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Enrollment inquiries – Information submitted through contact forms or program applications, including the child’s name, date of birth, and parent/guardian details.
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Payment information – If applicable, billing information for tuition payments.
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Parent/guardian account details – If you create an account on our Site (where applicable), we may collect login credentials.
Communications – Any messages you send us via email, website forms, or other communication channels.
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2. Information Collected Automatically
We automatically collect certain information when you visit our Site, including:
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Device and browser information – Type of device, IP address, browser type, and operating system.
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Usage data – How you interact with our Site, including pages visited and time spent on our Site.
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Cookies and tracking technologies – We may use cookies and similar tools to enhance your experience and analyze Site traffic. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
3. Information from Third Parties
We may receive information from:
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Service providers – Vendors that help operate our Site, process payments (if applicable), or provide administrative support.
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Marketing and analytics partners – We may work with third-party services to understand website usage trends and improve our content.
How We Use Your Information
We collect and use personal information for the following purposes:
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Program inquiries & enrollment – To process inquiries, applications, and communicate with parents/guardians.
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Customer support – To respond to questions or requests.
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Website functionality – To analyze Site performance and enhance the user experience.
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Security and compliance – To protect our Site from fraud and comply with legal obligations.
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Marketing and outreach – To inform you about programs, events, and updates (you can opt-out at any time).
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or share personal information for commercial purposes. However, we may disclose information in the following cases:
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With service providers – To facilitate Site operations (e.g., web hosting, payment processing, analytics).
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With legal authorities – If required by law, such as to comply with a legal request or protect our rights.
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In case of business changes – If our organization undergoes changes, such as a merger, acquisition, or restructuring.
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Phone numbers collected for SMS consent will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes under any circumstance.
Cookies & Online Tracking
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect Site functionality.
Children’s Privacy
We take children’s privacy seriously. While our Site provides information about early learning programs, it is not intended for direct use by children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us to request its deletion.
Data Security & Retention
We implement security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure.
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
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Access & correction – Request access to the personal data we hold about you and correct inaccuracies.
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Opt-out of marketing – Unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time.
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Cookie preferences – Manage cookie settings in your browser.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites and encourage you to review their policies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle personal information, please contact us:
Little Oaks Early Learning Academy