Privacy Policy
Montessori Children's Center of San Francisco, LLC 80 Juan Bautista Circle, San Francisco, CA 94132 info@montessorichildrenscenter.org
Overview
This Privacy Policy describes how Montessori Children's Center of San Francisco, LLC ("MCC," "we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, stores, and shares information when you visit our website at montessorichildrenscenter.org, communicate with us, enroll your child in our programs, or receive marketing messages from us.
By using our website or submitting information to us in any form, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Contact and identification information, such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and relationship to the child.
Child information, such as your child's name, date of birth, age, developmental notes, enrollment details, and medical or allergy information provided during the enrollment process.
Communications, including messages you send us via email, contact forms, SMS, or any other channel, and records of our correspondence with you.
Website usage data, such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs. This information is collected automatically through cookies, tracking pixels, and similar technologies.
Payment and billing information, when you submit payments for tuition or fees. Payment data is processed through third-party payment processors and is not stored on our systems.
Form submissions, including information submitted through enrollment applications, tour requests, waitlist forms, event registrations, and any other forms hosted on or linked from our website.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Respond to inquiries and schedule tours
Process enrollment applications and maintain student records
Communicate with families about programs, schedules, tuition, and school operations
Send marketing messages, including emails and SMS text messages, to individuals who have opted in to receive them
Comply with applicable laws and regulations, including California child care licensing requirements
Operate and improve our website and enrollment systems
Detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized access
SMS and Text Message Communications
We may send SMS text messages to individuals who have provided their phone number and opted in to receive text communications from us.
By opting in to SMS communications, you consent to receive text messages from Montessori Children's Center, including messages about enrollment, program updates, event reminders, and school news. Message frequency varies.
To opt out of SMS messages at any time, reply STOP to any message you receive from us. After opting out, you will receive one final confirmation message and no further texts.
To get help, reply HELP or contact us at info@montessorichildrenscenter.org or (415) 333-4410.
Message and data rates may apply depending on your carrier and plan. We do not share your phone number or SMS opt-in status with third parties for their marketing purposes.
Email Communications
We may send email communications to individuals who have provided their email address in connection with an inquiry, enrollment, or event. Marketing emails will include an unsubscribe link. You can opt out of marketing emails at any time by clicking that link or by contacting us directly.
Transactional and operational emails, such as enrollment confirmations, tuition notices, and school communications, are sent as a necessary part of our school operations and may continue even if you have opted out of marketing emails.
Student Records
Student records, including enrollment documents, developmental observations, emergency contacts, health information, and billing history, are maintained in compliance with applicable California law, including the California Department of Social Services Community Care Licensing regulations.
Records are stored in password-protected digital systems and, where required, in secured physical files on site. Access is limited to authorized staff and administrators. We do not sell or share student records with third parties except as required by law or with your explicit consent.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies, including Google Tag Manager and advertising pixels, to understand how visitors use our site and to support our marketing efforts. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some features of our website may not function properly if you do.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
Service providers who help us operate our school and website, including enrollment platforms, communication tools, payment processors, and marketing services. These providers are contractually required to use your information only to provide services to us.
Regulatory and licensing authorities, such as the California Department of Social Services, when required by law.
Emergency services or healthcare providers, when necessary to protect the health or safety of a child.
Successor organizations, in the event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of school operations, with notice provided to families.
We do not share your phone number or SMS opt-in data with third parties for marketing purposes.
Children's Privacy
Our school serves children ages 2 through 6. Our website and marketing communications are directed at parents and guardians, not children. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 through our website. All enrollment and contact forms are intended to be completed by a parent or legal guardian.
If you believe a child under 13 has submitted personal information to us directly, please contact us at info@montessorichildrenscenter.org and we will take steps to remove that information.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect the information we collect from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. These steps include use of password-protected systems, limited staff access, and secure physical storage of paper records. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:
Access the personal information we hold about you or your child
Request corrections to inaccurate information
Request deletion of personal information, subject to our legal and operational obligations
Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@montessorichildrenscenter.org or (415) 333-4410.
California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other applicable California privacy laws. We do not sell personal information as defined under the CCPA.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their policies separately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website or services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
Montessori Children's Center 80 Juan Bautista Cir., San Francisco, CA 94132 info@montessorichildrenscenter.org (415) 333-4410 | (415) 967-3037 montessorichildrenscenter.org