Privacy Policy

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide quality childcare services to your child
• Communicate with you about your child's day and development
• Respond to emergencies and ensure your child's safety
• Process payments and maintain financial records
• Comply with state licensing requirements and regulations
• Improve our programs and services
• Send important updates and announcements
• Respond to inquiries submitted through our website

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

• With your consent: When you authorize us to share information with specific parties
• State licensing agencies: As required by Missouri childcare regulations
• Emergency services: When necessary to protect your child's health and safety
• Legal obligations: When required by law, court order, or legal process
• Service providers: With vendors who assist with operations (e.g., payment processing, background checks) under strict confidentiality agreements

We take photographs and videos of children for educational documentation and to share daily activities with families. We require separate written consent to:

• Share photos or videos in private family communications
• Use photos or videos in promotional materials or on our website
• Post photos or videos on social media

You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us in writing. We will remove your child from future photos and videos intended for the purposes you've withdrawn consent for.

We implement appropriate physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect your information:

• Physical records are stored in locked, secure locations
• Digital records are password-protected and encrypted
• Access to personal information is limited to authorized staff members
• Staff receive training on privacy and confidentiality requirements
• We regularly review and update our security practices

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your information to the best of our ability.

We retain enrollment and care records in accordance with Missouri state regulations:

• Enrollment records are kept for at least three years after a child leaves our care
• Attendance records are maintained for at least three years
• Medical and immunization records are kept for at least three years
• Incident and accident reports are retained for at least three years

After the required retention period, records are securely destroyed or deleted.

You have the right to:

• Access your child's records at any reasonable time
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Receive copies of your child's records
• Withdraw consent for photography or specific information sharing
• Request information about how we use and protect your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided at the end of this policy.

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences
• Understand how visitors use our website
• Improve website functionality and performance

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

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 review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through our website. The information we collect about children is provided by parents or guardians for enrollment and care purposes.

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify enrolled families of significant changes. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was most recently revised.

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us: