Growing Minds Children’s Center (“GMCC”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, prospective families, and enrolled families. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://gmccenter.com.

1. Information We Collect

We collect both parent and child information submitted through our website and through third-party tools like Brightwheel. Information may include:

• Parent/guardian names, email addresses, phone numbers, and mailing addresses

• Child’s name, date of birth, and other enrollment-related details

• Browser information such as IP address and device type, used for website improvement

All admissions and payment processing are handled securely through Brightwheel, which maintains its own privacy policy available here.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information through:

• Direct input into forms on our website

• Voluntarily submitted information via Brightwheel

• Automated browser data collection (cookies, IP address)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for:

• Providing educational and child care services

• Processing payments

• Communicating with parents and guardians

• Improving our website functionality

• Internal recordkeeping and planning

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your information to third parties.
We share data only with trusted partners like Brightwheel for classroom management and payments.
All internal communications and data are stored securely using Microsoft’s cloud services.

5. Data Security

All information is stored in the cloud via Microsoft, which provides secure storage solutions.
We have protocols in place to notify families if any data breach occurs that affects their information.

6. User Rights & Contact

You may contact us at [email protected] to:

• Access, update, or delete your information

• Ask questions about how your data is handled

7. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience.
You may opt out of cookie collection via your browser settings.

8. Use of Third-Party Services

We utilize third-party services like Brightwheel, Microsoft, and others for communication, management, and analytics. These services are governed by their respective privacy policies.

9. Children’s Privacy

As a child care provider, we are especially mindful of the privacy of children’s information.
We do not collect children’s personal information without the direct consent of a parent or guardian.
All child-related data is collected solely for the purpose of enrollment, care, and education, and is shared only with Brightwheel and internal staff under secure conditions.
We comply with applicable laws and regulations, including the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), to ensure the safety and confidentiality of children’s data.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:
📧 [email protected]