Privacy Policy

1. Introduction and Company Information

Welcome to the Privacy Policy of Southern Horizons Academy. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our students, parents, and staff. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in accordance with Australian privacy laws.

Company: Southern Horizons Academy
Address: 25 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +61 3 9654 8765

2. Data Collection and Processing

We collect personal data when you interact with us, such as when you enroll a student or contact us for information. This may include names, addresses, contact details, and educational history.

3. Purpose of Data Processing

Your personal data is processed for educational administration, communication regarding school activities and events, and ensuring student safety.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on your consent where applicable, the necessity to perform contractual obligations, compliance with legal obligations, and legitimate interests pursued by the academy.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

Your personal information may be shared with third-party service providers who assist us in delivering educational services or complying with legal requirements. We ensure these parties adhere to strict confidentiality obligations.

6. Data Transfer to Third Countries

If it becomes necessary to transfer your data outside of Australia, we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information as required by law.

7. Storage Duration

Your personal data will be stored only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

8. User Rights

• Access: You have the right to request access to your personal data held by us.
• Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Erasure: You may request deletion of your data under certain circumstances.
• Restriction: You can ask us to restrict processing under certain conditions.
• Data Portability: You have the right to receive your data in a structured format.
• Objection: You may object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.

9. Withdrawal of Consent

If you have provided consent for any specific processing activity, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time by contacting us using the details below.

10. Right to Complain

If you believe we have breached your privacy rights, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).

11. Data Security

The security of your personal information is important to us. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +61 3 9654 8765
Address: 25 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia

13. Changes to Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes through our website or other appropriate means.