Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 17, 2026

1. Introduction

Heritage of Grace Academy ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of our students, parents, and staff. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information necessary for educational and administrative purposes, including:

• Student Records: Names, dates of birth, academic records, attendance, and disciplinary information.
• Parent/Guardian Info: Contact details, payment information, and correspondence.
• Staff Info: Employment records, credentials, and contact details.
• Technical Data: IP addresses, login logs, and cookies for session management.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your data is used strictly for:

• Providing educational services and tracking academic progress.
• Processing payments and managing school fees.
• Communicating with parents and guardians.
• Ensuring the security and integrity of our school management system.

4. Data Protection

We implement robust security measures to protect your data, including:

• Encrypted connections (SSL/TLS).
• Secure session management and role-based access controls.
• Regular database backups.
• Secure password hashing.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services for payments (e.g., Paystack) or communications (SMS/Email). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and only use it for the specified services.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., GDPR, local data protection laws), you may have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data, subject to educational record retention requirements.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact the school administration.