Privacy Policy

Introduction

Small Sprouts Early Learning (referred to as "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors and community members. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information on our website www.smallsprouts.co.nz, in line with New Zealand's Privacy Act 2020.

 

1. Collection of Personal Information

We may collect personal information from you when you visit our website, register for services, enroll your child, or interact with us. This information may include:

  • Contact information (e.g., name, email, phone number)

  • Information necessary for enrolment (e.g., child's details, parental/legal guardian details)

  • Information you provide through forms or direct communication

 

2. Purpose of Collection

We collect personal information to provide and improve our services, including but not limited to:

  • Enrolling children in our programs

  • Communicating with parents and guardians

  • Fulfilling our obligations under the Early Childhood Education regulations

  • Complying with New Zealand laws and standards

  • Improving our website and services

 

3. Use of Personal Information

Personal information collected is used solely for purposes related to our business operations. We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. Your information may be shared with third-party providers for business needs, such as:

  • Service providers who assist with website hosting, data storage, and communication

  • Government agencies, as required by New Zealand law

  • Any other disclosure required or authorized by law

 

4. Data Security and Retention

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Information is stored securely and retained only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined or as required by law.

 

5. Your Rights

Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have rights to:

Access the personal information we hold about you

Request corrections to any inaccuracies

Withdraw consent to use your personal information, subject to legal or contractual restrictions

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [contact email/phone].

 

6. Cookies and Website Data

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience. You can adjust your browser settings to manage or refuse cookies; however, this may impact your experience on our site.

 

7. Updates to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically to stay informed.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Small Sprouts Early Learning
3 Blue Heron Rise, Whangaparāoa, Auckland, New Zealand
Email: elysia@smallsprouts.co.nz
Phone: 021 250 5000