Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

Red Kite Pre‑School (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates the website at “https://www.redkitepreschool.co.nz/” (the “Site”).

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2. What Personal Information We Collect

We only collect information necessary to serve families, including:

Details you provide (e.g. name, email, phone, child’s name/DOB) when enquiring or enrolling.

Technical info (e.g. IP address, cookies, browser type) to improve your experience.

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3. How We Use Your Information

We use your info to:

Respond to enquiries or enrolment requests.

Send communications (newsletter, updates) if you opt in.

Improve our Site and services.

We do not sell or share personal data with third parties, except as required by law or with consent.

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4. Legal Basis & Children’s Privacy

As a childcare provider, we follow the Privacy Act 2020 and Office of the Privacy Commissioner’s guidance for handling children’s data.

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Parents/caregivers must consent to us collecting their child’s information. Photo/video use will only occur with explicit written permission.

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5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to analyse Site traffic and improve your browsing experience. You may disable cookies in browser settings, though this may affect functionality .

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6. Who We Share Data With

We will only disclose data:

To deliver our services (e.g. to staff or regulators).

If legally required (e.g. Health or Education authorities).

With your consent.

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7. How We Protect Your Data

We protect your information using secure storage, firewalls, and access controls. Only authorised staff can access personal info .

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8. Storage & Cross-Border Transfers

Data may be stored securely in or outside New Zealand. We ensure all overseas transfers comply with the Privacy Act.

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9. Access, Correction & Complaints

You (or your child’s guardian) can request access to, or correction of, personal information we hold.

To do so—or if you have concerns—please contact us at info@redkitepreschool.co.nz. You may also lodge a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner.

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10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy as needed (e.g. service changes or legal updates).

Last updated: June 9, 2025.

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