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Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we protect your information.

At St. Arnold's Central School, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

Last Updated: September 10, 2026


Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Register as a student, parent, or staff member
  • Fill out forms on our website (admission forms, contact forms, etc.)
  • Subscribe to our newsletters or updates
  • Make online payments for school fees
  • Participate in surveys or feedback forms

This information may include:

  • Full name and date of birth
  • Contact information (email address, phone number, postal address)
  • Parent/guardian information
  • Academic records and performance data
  • Payment and billing information
  • Photographs and videos (for school events and activities)

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website addresses

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Educational Services: To provide and manage educational services, track student progress, and communicate with parents and guardians
  • Administrative Purposes: To process admissions, manage student records, and handle fee payments
  • Communication: To send important updates, newsletters, and event notifications
  • Safety and Security: To maintain a safe environment for students and staff
  • Website Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our website functionality
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and educational regulations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Your Consent: When you have given us explicit permission to share your information
  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you (e.g., payment processors, email service providers)
  • Educational Authorities: With educational boards, government authorities, or regulatory bodies as required by law
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
  • Emergency Situations: To protect the safety and well-being of students, staff, or others

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Secure servers and encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS)
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication protocols
  • Staff training on data protection and privacy
  • Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.


Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Understand how you use our website
  • Improve website performance and functionality
  • Provide personalized content

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.


Children's Privacy

Our school serves students under the age of 18. We take special care to protect the privacy of children:

  • We only collect information from children with parental consent
  • Parents/guardians have the right to review, update, or delete their child's information
  • We limit the collection of children's personal information to what is necessary for educational purposes
  • We do not share children's information for marketing purposes

If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information from your child without proper consent, please contact us immediately.


Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a commonly used format
  • Objection: Object to certain types of processing of your personal information

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


Third-Party Links

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


Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Sending notifications to registered users (for significant changes)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.


Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

St. Arnold's Central School

Address: Aduvassery, Ernakulam, Kerala, India

Phone: +91 8129071968

Email: adusacs@gmail.com

Important Notice

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our website or services.