Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

 

Privacy Policy for Little 5 Sandton Nursery School

Effective Date: 05 May 2025

Little 5 Sandton Nursery School (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our website visitors, students, parents, and service users. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you access our website (https://little5sandton.co.za), interact with us on social platforms (including Meta products such as Facebook and Instagram), or engage with our services.


1. Consent By using our website or interacting with us through social media, you consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.


2. Information We Collect We collect and process the following types of personal information:

  • Contact details (e.g. name, email address, phone number)

  • Messages or inquiries submitted via forms or email

  • Registration or enrolment details

  • Social media engagement data (when interacting with our Meta pages)

  • Usage data through cookies, analytics tools, and server logs (e.g. IP address, browser type, device type)


3. How We Use Your Information We use your data to:

  • Operate and maintain our website

  • Respond to inquiries or requests

  • Provide information about our school and services

  • Manage enrolment and communication with parents

  • Improve our website and marketing activities

  • Fulfil legal and regulatory obligations


4. Use of Meta Platform Data As part of our social media engagement, we may receive limited Platform Data from Meta (Facebook/Instagram) such as:

  • Public profile names, profile pictures, Meta user ID, and interactions with our content

  • Metrics related to engagement (likes, shares, comments)

This data is accessed only by authorised parties (including service providers such as xX Developments) for the purpose of content management, communication, and performance optimisation. We do not sell or share this data with any unauthorised third parties.


5. Cookies and Tracking We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and collect usage statistics. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.


6. Children’s Privacy We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If you believe your child has provided personal data to us, please contact us immediately.


7. Data Processors and Access We use trusted third-party service providers, including:

  • xX Developments, who act as our digital marketing and technical service provider.

These processors only access data for authorised tasks and under confidentiality agreements.


8. Data Sharing with Public Authorities We do not share personal data with public authorities unless required to do so by law or valid legal request.


9. Your Rights Under POPIA, GDPR, and CCPA You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Object to processing or request restrictions

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator (South Africa) or other supervisory authority


10. Security We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard personal information against loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.


11. Third-Party Links Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these sites.


12. Contact Information For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data:

Data Controller: Little 5 Sandton Nursery School
Email: info@little5sandton.co.za
Address: [Insert Physical Address, if applicable]


13. Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.