At Springdale Public School, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals associated with our institution. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices concerning the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information.

Collection of Information: We collect personal information from students, parents, guardians, staff, and other stakeholders solely for educational and administrative purposes. This may include contact details, academic records, medical information, and other relevant data necessary for the provision of educational services.

Use of Information: Personal information is utilized for educational administration, communication, and support services. We may use this information to facilitate enrollment, academic assessment, extracurricular activities, and communication with parents/guardians regarding school-related matters. Additionally, we may use aggregated data for statistical analysis and improvement of our programs and services.

Disclosure of Information: We may disclose personal information to authorized personnel within the school community, including administrators, teachers, and support staff, strictly on a need-to-know basis. External disclosure may occur in compliance with legal requirements or with explicit consent from the individual concerned.

Data Security: We employ industry-standard security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes encryption, password protection, and restricted access to sensitive data. We regularly review and update our security practices to ensure the ongoing protection of personal information.

Access and Accuracy: Individuals have the right to access and update their personal information held by the school. Requests for access or corrections should be submitted to the designated privacy officer. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate such requests in a timely manner.

Consent: By enrolling in our school or engaging with our services, individuals consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of their personal information as outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Review and Updates: This Privacy Policy is subject to periodic review and may be updated to reflect changes in legislation, technology, or our practices. Updates will be communicated through appropriate channels.

Contact Information: For inquiries or concerns regarding our Privacy Policy or data handling practices, please contact our designated privacy officer.

Effective Date: This Privacy Policy is effective as of 05-01-2024 and supersedes any previous versions.

At Springdale Public School, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy protection and transparency in our data handling practices.