Privacy Policy

Introduction

Mount Sinai School ("we", "us", "our", or "School") operates the Mount Sinai School website and mobile application (collectively, the "Service"). This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service and the choices you have associated with that data.

1. Information We Collect

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing and maintaining our educational services
• Processing admissions and enrollment
• Communication with students, parents, and guardians
• Sending notices, fee reminders, and academic updates
• Ensuring student safety and welfare
• Facilitating fee payments and financial transactions
• Improving and personalizing our services
• Compliance with legal obligations and regulations
• Responding to inquiries and support requests
• Sending promotional materials (with your consent)

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information with:

• School Staff: Teachers, administrators, and support staff who need access for educational purposes
• Parents/Guardians: We share relevant information with authorized parents or guardians
• Service Providers: Payment processors, email providers, and communication platforms
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our legal rights
• Educational Partners: Tuition centers, testing agencies, and educational platforms (with consent)

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Retention of Information

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. The retention period may vary depending on the context of the processing and our legal obligations. Academic records are typically retained as per educational standards and legal requirements.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
• Right to Opt-out: Decline to receive promotional communications
• Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Service. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and login information
• Understand how you use our Service
• Improve functionality and user experience
• Deliver personalized content

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites and services that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party services, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services before providing your personal information.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is directed towards students and is provided under parental consent and supervision. We collect personal information about children only with explicit consent from their parents or guardians. Parents/guardians can contact us at any time to review, update, or request deletion of their child's information.

10. Communication Preferences

We communicate with you via:

• Email - for academic updates, notices, and fee reminders
• SMS/WhatsApp - for urgent notifications and announcements
• Phone calls - for important admissions or administrative matters

You can update your communication preferences by contacting us directly. Please note that we may still send important educational and administrative communications regardless of preferences.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our Service after such notifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.