Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy – The Bible Believing Christians Educational Welfare Society

(Governing Body of Baptist Higher Primary & High School, Sedam)

At The Bible Believing Christians Educational Welfare Society, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of all students, parents, staff, and stakeholders associated with Baptist Higher Primary & High School, Sedam. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard personal information in compliance with educational and legal standards.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal information:
✅ Student Information: Name, age, date of birth, gender, address, and academic records.
✅ Parent/Guardian Details: Name, contact number, email, and address.
✅ Academic & Performance Data: Attendance, examination results, progress reports, and disciplinary records.
✅ Payment Information: Fee transactions, receipts, and online payment details (processed securely).
✅ Health & Safety Records: Medical history (if required for student welfare and emergency purposes).

2. Purpose of Collecting Information

We use the collected data for the following purposes:
✅ Student Enrollment & Administration – Processing admissions, maintaining student records, and academic tracking.
✅ Communication & Notifications – Providing updates about school events, academic schedules, fee reminders, and important announcements.
✅ Academic Progress & Performance Management – Assessing student learning and maintaining school standards.
✅ Security & Emergency Purposes – Ensuring student safety and responding to health-related emergencies.
✅ Legal & Compliance Requirements – Maintaining records as per educational board guidelines.

3. Data Protection & Security

✅ We implement strict security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
✅ All financial transactions and online payments are secured using encrypted payment gateways.
✅ Access to personal data is limited to authorized school and society personnel only.

4. Information Sharing & Third-Party Disclosure

✅ We do not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties for commercial purposes.
✅ Student and parent information may be shared with educational boards, legal authorities, or government agencies if required by law.
✅ Third-party service providers (e.g., online payment platforms) may access certain data only for processing payments securely.

5. Online & Digital Privacy

✅ Use of school digital platforms and learning portals must comply with ethical guidelines.
✅ Parents and students must refrain from unauthorized sharing of school-related digital content.
✅ The school/society is not responsible for third-party websites linked through our online platforms.

6. Data Retention & Deletion

✅ Student and academic records are retained as per regulatory requirements for future reference.
✅ Personal data is securely deleted or anonymized when no longer needed for school operations.

7. Parental Rights & Consent

✅ Parents/guardians have the right to access, update, or request deletion of their child’s personal data.
✅ Any privacy concerns or modification requests can be made by contacting the school administration.

8. Policy Amendments & Updates

✅ The Bible Believing Christians Educational Welfare Society reserves the right to modify this policy when necessary.
✅ Updates to this policy will be communicated through official school and society communication channels.