Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Depending on how you interact with our website, we may collect information such as:

• Name of a parent, guardian or visitor
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Information provided in an enquiry or message
• Information voluntarily provided when contacting the school
• Technical information such as browser type, device information and website usage information, where applicable

We ask visitors to provide only information that is necessary for the purpose for which it is being collected.

2. How We Use Personal Information

We may use information submitted through our website to:

• Respond to enquiries and requests for information
• Provide information about admissions and school programmes
• Communicate with parents, guardians and prospective families
• Arrange follow-ups relating to enquiries
• Improve our website and services
• Maintain appropriate administrative records
• Meet applicable legal or regulatory requirements

We do not use personal information for purposes that are incompatible with the purpose for which it was collected.

3. Information Relating to Children

HICA is a school serving children and therefore recognises the importance of protecting children's information.

Where personal information relating to a child is collected, HICA will handle that information appropriately and, where required, obtain consent from a parent, guardian or other legally authorised person.

Visitors should avoid submitting unnecessary personal information about children through the website.

4. Photographs and Videos

HICA may use photographs or videos of school activities for legitimate school communication, educational, promotional or community purposes where appropriate consent has been obtained.

Where consent is required, HICA will seek appropriate permission from parents or guardians before using identifiable images of children.

5. Enquiries

Information submitted through an enquiry form may be used by authorised HICA staff to respond to your request and manage the enquiry.

Enquiry information may include your name, email address, telephone number and message. We aim to limit access to enquiry information to people who need it for legitimate school-related purposes.

6. Sharing of Information

HICA does not sell personal information.

Personal information may be shared with authorised service providers where necessary to operate our website, communications or related services, subject to appropriate safeguards.

Information may also be disclosed where required by law or where necessary to protect the rights, safety or security of HICA, our learners, staff or other individuals.

7. Data Security

HICA takes reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, loss or misuse.

However, no method of transmitting or storing information electronically can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. Data Retention

Personal information will be retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by applicable law.

When information is no longer required, appropriate steps may be taken to securely delete or dispose of it.

9. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, individuals may have rights relating to their personal information, including the right to:

• Be informed about the use of their personal information
• Request access to personal information held about them
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Object to certain processing
• Request deletion of certain information where applicable

Requests relating to personal information may be made by contacting HICA using the contact details provided on our website.

10. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies that are necessary for website functionality.

Where analytics, embedded services or other technologies collect additional information, relevant information and choices will be provided where applicable.

11. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to or integrations with third-party services, including social media platforms, mapping services or communication services.

HICA is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services. Visitors should review the privacy policies of those services before providing them with personal information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

HICA may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our website, services, legal requirements or data-processing practices.

The updated version will be published on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to make a request concerning personal information, please contact Hope Ignited Christian Academy through the contact details provided on our website.