Privacy Policy

A Garden to Grow Daycare ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

We are a licensed home daycare located at 2025 Ernest Way, Arcata, CA 95521, operated by Shelly Vaughn. This policy applies to information we collect through our website, email communications, and in-person interactions.

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact Information: Names, email addresses, phone numbers, and mailing addresses
• Child Information: Names, ages, medical information, emergency contacts, and developmental information
• Website Usage Data: IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our website
• Communication Records: Emails, phone calls, and other communications with us
• Enrollment Information: Registration forms, agreements, and related documentation

We collect information through various methods:

• Direct Contact: When you fill out contact forms, send emails, or call us
• Website Analytics: Through cookies and similar technologies to understand website usage
• Enrollment Process: When you enroll your child in our daycare program
• In-Person Interactions: During visits, tours, and daily operations
• Third-Party Services: From social media platforms when you interact with our content

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing daycare services and managing enrollment
• Communicating with parents and guardians about their children
• Responding to inquiries and providing customer support
• Improving our website and services
• Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our care
• Marketing and promotional activities (with your consent)

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to comply with legal processes
• Safety Emergencies: In emergency situations involving child safety
• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in our operations (e.g., website hosting, email services)
• Consent: When you have given explicit consent for specific sharing

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. These technologies help us:

• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Improve website functionality and performance

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Opt-out: Opt out of marketing communications
• Portability: Request a copy of your information in a portable format

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

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of children. Our services are designed for parents and guardians, and we collect information about children only with parental consent.

We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and other applicable laws regarding children's privacy. If you believe we have collected information from a child without proper consent, please contact us immediately.

Parents and guardians have the right to review, delete, or refuse further collection of their child's information.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of our services after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.