Colegio Real Educational Institute – Cookie and Privacy Policy.
1. Introduction
Welcome to Colegio Real Educational Institute. We are committed to safeguarding the privacy of our students, parents, staff, and website visitors. This Cookie and Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information. By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this policy.
2. Definitions
- Personal Data: Any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.
- Cookies: Small files placed on your device by our website to collect data about your browsing activities.
- Data Controller: The entity that determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.
- Data Processor: The entity that processes personal data on behalf of the
- Data Controller.
3. Data Collection
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Contact Information: Name, address, email address, phone number.
Educational Information: Academic records, enrolment details, grades, attendance. - Demographic Information: Date of birth, gender, nationality.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage data collected via cookies.
- Health Information: Medical history, immunization records, and other health-related data.
4. Methods of Data Collection
We collect personal data through various methods, including:
- Direct Interactions: When you provide information by filling out forms, attending meetings, or contacting us directly.
- Automated Technologies: When you interact with our website, we collect technical data using cookies, server logs, and other technologies.
- Third Parties: We may receive information about you from other institutions, governmental agencies, or service providers.
5. Use of Personal Data
We use personal data for the following purposes:
- Educational Administration: Managing student records, academic performance, attendance, and progression.
- Communication: Contacting parents, students, and staff regarding important updates, events, and announcements.
- Health and Safety: Ensuring the well-being of our students and staff by maintaining health records and responding to emergencies.
- Compliance: Adhering to legal obligations and regulatory requirements.
- Improvement of Services: Analyzing data to enhance our educational programs and website functionality.
6. Legal Basis for Processing
Our legal basis for collecting and using personal data includes:
- Consent: When you have given explicit consent for us to process your data.
- Contract: When processing is necessary for the performance of a contract to which you are a party.
- Legal Obligation: When processing is necessary to comply with a legal obligation.
- Legitimate Interests: When processing is necessary for our legitimate interests, provided these do not override your rights and interests.
7. Cookies Policy
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and gather data for improving our services. The types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of our website. These cookies enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility.
- Analytical/Performance Cookies: Collect data on how visitors interact with our website, helping us improve functionality and performance.
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and past actions to enhance your experience on our website.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies: Track your browsing habits to deliver more relevant advertisements and to measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
8. Managing Cookies
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies and to delete existing cookies. However, disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
9. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your personal data with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who provide services such as IT support, data analysis, and communications.
- Government Authorities: When required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Colegio Real, our students, staff, or the public.
- Other Educational Institutions: For purposes of student transfers or collaborations with other educational bodies.
10. Data Security.
We implement robust security measures to protect your personal data from
unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include:
- Technical Safeguards: Encryption, firewalls, secure servers.
- Administrative Safeguards: Regular staff training, access controls, data minimization practices.
- Physical Safeguards: Secure storage facilities, restricted access to data storage areas.
11. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal, regulatory, or policy requirements. Once the data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
12. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: The right to request access to your personal data and to obtain information about how we process it.
- Rectification: The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: The right to request deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
- Restriction: The right to request restriction of processing your personal data under certain conditions.
- Data Portability: The right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
- Objection: The right to object to the processing of your personal data based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
13. Exercising Your Rights
To exercise any of your rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO) at:
Data Protection Officer
Colegio Real Educational Institute
La Liga Crescent, Igbaga, Ogun State.
admin@colegiorealedu.ng
+2348133326956
We will respond to your request within one month of receiving it. If we need more time, we will inform you of the reason and the extension period.
14. Children’s Privacy
We are committed to protecting the privacy of children. We collect personal data about children only with the consent of their parents or guardians and only to the extent necessary for educational purposes. Parents have the right to review and request deletion of their child’s personal data.
15. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
16. International Data Transfers
As Colegio Real operates in different regions, we may transfer personal data to
countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When we do so, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect the data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
17. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie and Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website and, where appropriate, by other means. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.
18. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie and Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Colegio Real Educational Institute
La Liga Crescent, Igbaga, Ogun State
admin@colegiorealedu.ng
+2348133326956
This policy ensures that Colegio Real Educational Institute transparently communicates its data practices and adheres to relevant legal requirements, while respecting the privacy and rights of individuals.
