Effective Date: August 20, 2025

At Heritage Early Learning Center, your trust means everything to us. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, who it’s shared with, and how you can manage your privacy. We’re committed to protecting the privacy and security of the families and caregivers within our nurturing, faith-based community.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information when you:

- Visit our website (www.hcchildcare.com) or use our online services;

- Schedule a tour or complete an enrollment form;

- Communicate with us electronically.

Types of data collected include:

- Contact details: names, phone numbers, email addresses;

- Child-specific details: age, program interests, special needs;

- Usage data: website interactions (pages visited, timestamps).

How We Use Your Information

Personal data is used to:

- Process and confirm tour requests or enrollment inquiries;

- Communicate program details, schedules, updates, and responses to questions;

- Improve our services and website experience;

- Comply with regulatory requirements, such as licensing, health, and safety standards.

Our Legal Grounds for Processing

We process personal information when reasonably necessary for:

- Performing obligations under enrollment agreements;

- Our legitimate interests in managing communications and providing care;

- Complying with legal or regulatory obligations.

Sharing & Disclosure

We only share personal information when required or beneficial for:

- Operational purposes: with staff, educators, or service partners for care coordination or administration;

- Legal and safety reasons: in response to legal requests or to protect our community’s wellbeing;

- Governance and compliance: with licensing authorities or partners to maintain high operational standards.

We do not sell or lease your personal data to third parties.

Data Security & Retention

We implement appropriate security measures to keep your data safe and restrict access to authorized personnel only. Data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose or as required by law.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on local data protection laws, you may have the right to:

- Access, update, or request deletion of your personal data;

- Limit or object to specific processing;

- Withdraw your consent where applicable.

To exercise these rights, please contact:

Corporate Office

Director of Implementation/ Co-Owner: Dawn Turner
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 740-696-8020

Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking tools to:

- Enhance navigational experience;

- Understand site usage patterns;

- Serve relevant content.

You can adjust your browser settings to control or block cookies, though doing so may limit full functionality.

Policy Updates

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or regulations. Notification of material changes will be provided via our website or email. The updated policy’s effective date will be at the top of this page.

Contact Us

Questions about this policy, or requests regarding your personal information, can be directed to:

Corporate Office

Director of Implementation/ Co-Owner: Dawn Turner
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 740-696-8020

Thank you for entrusting your family with us. We care deeply about your child’s privacy, and we’re dedicated to ensuring every family feels seen, heard, and celebrated in our community—just as our mission reflects: learning, kindness, and creativity in a safe, welcoming environment