1. INTRODUCTION

[Science Academy Name] (“Academy,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our students, parents, staff, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

2. SCOPE

This policy applies to all personal data collected, processed, and stored by the Academy through our website, academic programs, communication channels, and administrative processes.

3. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

3.1 Personal Information

• Full name, date of birth, contact details (phone number, email, address)
• Parent/guardian details (if applicable)
• Student registration details

3.2 Academic Information

• Course enrollments, attendance records, test scores, and performance reports

3.3 Financial Information

• Payment records, transaction details, and billing information

3.4 Technical Data

• IP addresses, device details, and website usage analytics (if applicable)

4. PURPOSE OF DATA COLLECTION

We collect and process personal data for the following purposes:

• Academic Administration: Student registration, attendance tracking, and academic performance monitoring
• Communication: Notifying students and parents about schedules, exams, events, and policy updates
• Payment Processing: Managing tuition fees, invoices, and financial transactions
• Legal Compliance: Ensuring adherence to educational regulations and government policies
• Security & Improvements: Protecting our systems, preventing fraud, and enhancing services

5. DATA SHARING & DISCLOSURE

We do not sell or rent personal data. However, we may share information with:

• Authorized Staff & Faculty: To ensure effective academic administration
• Payment Processors: For secure transaction management
• Regulatory Authorities: If required by law or for compliance purposes

6. DATA SECURITY

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

7. DATA RETENTION POLICY

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill academic and legal requirements. Once no longer needed, data will be securely disposed of in compliance with regulatory guidelines.

8. INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS

You have the right to:

• Access & Update Data: Request corrections to your personal information
• Request Deletion: Subject to legal and academic obligations
• Opt-out of Communications: Unsubscribe from non-essential notifications

9. THIRD-PARTY LINKS & SERVICES

Our website or communications may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies and recommend reviewing their terms before sharing information.

10. POLICY UPDATES

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be communicated through official channels. Continued use of our services implies acceptance of the revised policy.