Tesorini Montessori Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

Tesorini Montessori is a Montessori home-based program dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children and parents/caregivers. We respect your privacy and want you to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following information from families, staff, and website visitors:

  • Parent and child names

  • Contact information (phone number, email, address)

  • Emergency contact details

  • Health or allergy information (for enrolled children)

  • Any information you choose to share with us (like questions you send via email)

3. Website/Online Data Collection

  • Compliance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) for handling online submissions.

  • Use of cookies, analytics, or third-party platforms (if relevant

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Communicate with you about program activities, updates, and events

  • Ensure your child’s safety and well-being

  • Process enrolment and tuition

  • Respond to questions or requests you send me

  • Improve our website and services

5. Website/Online Data Collection (if you have a website)

  • Compliance with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) for handling online submissions.

  • Use of cookies, analytics, or third-party platforms (if relevant).

6. Who We Share Information With

We do not sell your information. We only share information when necessary, such as:

  • With emergency services if needed for your child’s safety

  • If required by law (for example, for health, safety, or child protection regulations)

7. How We Keep Information Safe

We take steps to protect your information, including:

  • Keeping paper records secure

  • Using secure cloud-based systems for digital records

8. Privacy Laws We Follow

Tesorini Montessori complies with both Queensland State Privacy Laws and Australian Federal Privacy Laws, including:

Queensland State Privacy Laws:

  • Information Privacy Act 2009 (Qld) — This law outlines how personal information must be collected, stored, used, and disclosed by organisations in Queensland.

Australian Federal Privacy Laws:

  • Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) — This law covers how private sector organisations handle personal information, including principles like open and transparent management, data security, and individual rights to access and correction.

We apply these laws to treat your family’s information respectfully and legally.

9. Your Rights

Under these laws, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you and your child

  • Request corrections to any inaccurate information

  • Make a complaint if you believe we have mishandled your information

We take privacy complaints seriously and will work with you to resolve any concerns.

10. Contact Me

If you have any questions about this policy, your privacy rights, or how we handle your information, please get in touch with me via email:
tesorinimontessori@gmail.com