Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Amethyst International School, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by our students, parents, staff, and visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines the principles and practices we follow in collecting, using, and protecting your personal data in compliance with applicable laws.

Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal information:

1. Personal Identification Information:
   

   Name, address, date of birth, contact details, and identification documents (e.g., passports, birth certificates).

2. Educational Information:
3. Academic records, assessment results, attendance, behavior logs, and extracurricular activities.
4. Health and Safety Information:
   

   Medical history, allergies, dietary requirements, and emergency contact details.

5. Financial Information:
   

   Billing details, payment records, and scholarship or financial aid data.

6. Website and Online Platform Data:
7. IP addresses, browser types, and activity logs for accessing school systems or websites.

How We Use Your Information

The School collects personal information to ensure the effective operation of educational and administrative activities, including:

1. Delivering quality education and support services.
2. Communicating important announcements and updates.
3. Managing admissions, enrollment, and student progress.
4. Ensuring student health and safety.
5. Processing financial transactions, including tuition fees and scholarships.
6. Monitoring and improving online systems for educational resources.

Sharing of Information

We may share personal information with third parties only when necessary, including:

1. Service Providers: For outsourced services like transportation, catering, IT support, and payment processing.
2. Regulatory and Legal Authorities: To comply with legal obligations or court orders.
3. Emergency Situations: To ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff.

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to any third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Protection

The School employs appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure personal data, including:

1. Encryption of sensitive data.
2. Secure storage of physical and digital records.
3. Limited access to data based on user roles and responsibilities.
4. Regular reviews and updates of our data protection policies.

Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the following rights:

1. Access: Request access to your personal information held by the School.
2. Correction: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
3. Deletion: Request deletion of personal data where appropriate.
4. Object: Object to the processing of your personal data.
5. Data Portability: Request a copy of your information in a structured format.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

Retention of Data

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal requirements. Once retention is no longer required, data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

Cookies and Online Tracking

Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and improve our online services. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

The School may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in laws, technologies, or operational practices. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

Amethyst International School
298/2A1, 298/2B, 298/2C, 298/2D1A2
Sithalapakkam, Karanai Main Road, Ottiyambakkam,Chennai – 600130.
Email: management@ais-edu.in
Phone: +91 9952055848