• At Howell Branch Academy, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our website visitors, especially children and their families. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website. Please read this policy carefully. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms outlined below.

• Personal Information: We may collect personally identifiable information, such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, and child-related information, when you voluntarily submit it through forms on our website (e.g., enrollment inquiries, contact forms).
• Non-Personal Information: We do not gather non-personal information such as browser type, operating system, IP address, and website usage.

• To respond to inquiries and provide requested information about our programs and services.
• To process enrollment applications and communications regarding your child’s care.
• To send important updates, newsletters, or announcements (if you opt in).

• We take the privacy of children seriously. Our website is intended for parents and guardians, not children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have unintentionally collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

• We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We do not knowingly share information with service providers. We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety of our center and its families.

• We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the security of your personal information. However, please be aware that no security measures are perfect or impenetrable, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

• Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze usage, and personalize content. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.

• Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

• You may review, update, or request deletion of your personal information by contacting us.

· You may opt out of receiving communications from us at any time.

• We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Howell Branch Academy

4605 Howell Branch Road

407-678-8010

howellbranchacademy@gmail.com

Effective Date: 09/30/2025

•   Phone number privacy policy summary- Use of Information: We use your phone number to send SMS messages regarding your inquiry and child care information.  Mobile phone information or opt-in data collected will not be shared, sold, or disclosed to third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes. Opt-Out: Reply "STOP" to unsubscribe or "HELP" for assistance. Message Disclosures: Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Data Security: Your data is protected and retained only as needed.