Global Childhood Curriculum is owned and operated by Global Childhood Academy, Inc., a Delaware corporation ("Global Childhood Academy," "GCA," "we," "our," or "us").
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect personal information when you access or use Global Childhood Curriculum, our websites, membership platform, digital resources, training services, webinars, coaching services, and related offerings.
By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Global Childhood Academy, Inc. provides curriculum, assessment, leadership, implementation, professional development, and quality improvement resources for early childhood centers, nurseries, schools, and educational organizations worldwide.
For the purposes of applicable privacy laws, Global Childhood Academy, Inc. is the data controller of personal information collected through the Global Childhood Curriculum platform.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information.
A. Account Information
When you create an account, request information, register for membership, or participate in our services, we may collect:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Job title
- Organization name
- Country or region
- Business address
- User account credentials
B. Membership Information
When purchasing or managing a membership, we may collect:
- Membership level
- Subscription information
- Account activity
- User permissions
- Licensing information
- Communication preferences
C. Payment Information
Payments may be processed through third-party payment providers.
We may receive limited payment-related information including:
- Billing name
- Billing address
- Transaction records
- Payment status
We do not store complete credit card information on our servers.
D. Technical Information
When you access our platform, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Operating system
- Language preferences
- Referral source
- Access dates and times
- Pages visited
- Downloads accessed
- Platform usage information
E. Communications
We may collect information when you:
- Contact support
- Submit inquiries
- Participate in webinars
- Complete surveys
- Attend training sessions
- Request information
This may include correspondence and communication records.
3. Information We Do Not Collect
Global Childhood Curriculum is not intended to collect or process personal information relating to children.
We do not intentionally collect:
- Child assessment records
- Child observations
- Child portfolios
- Child photographs
- Child videos
- Child personal information
- Teacher performance records
Members are responsible for ensuring that child personal data is not uploaded to the platform unless expressly authorized by Global Childhood Academy through a separate written agreement.
If we become aware that child personal information has been submitted, we may remove such information without notice.
4. How We Use Information
We may use information to:
- Provide membership services
- Deliver curriculum resources
- Process transactions
- Manage user accounts
- Provide customer support
- Deliver training and coaching
- Improve platform functionality
- Communicate updates and announcements
- Monitor platform security
- Enforce our Terms of Use
- Comply with legal obligations
5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Where applicable under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process personal information based on one or more of the following legal grounds:
- Performance of a contract
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Legitimate business interests
- User consent
- Protection of legal rights
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain platform functionality
- Remember user preferences
- Analyze website traffic
- Improve user experience
- Enhance security
Cookies may include:
Essential Cookies
Required for website functionality.
Analytics Cookies
Used to understand website usage and improve services.
Performance Cookies
Used to optimize platform performance.
Users may modify browser settings to manage cookies; however, disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.
7. Email Communications
We may send communications relating to:
- Membership administration
- Platform updates
- Curriculum updates
- Professional development opportunities
- Service announcements
- Marketing communications
Users may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in our emails.
Certain service-related communications may continue to be sent where necessary for account administration.
8. Sharing of Information
We do not sell personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers that assist in operating our business, including:
- Website hosting providers
- Learning management systems
- Payment processors
- Email service providers
- Analytics providers
- Customer support providers
- Professional advisors
These providers are authorized to access information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf.
9. Legal Disclosures
We may disclose personal information where necessary to:
- Comply with legal obligations
- Respond to lawful requests
- Protect our rights and property
- Prevent fraud or misuse
- Enforce contractual agreements
- Protect the safety of users or others
10. International Data Transfers
Global Childhood Academy serves organizations worldwide.
Information may be processed in the United States and other jurisdictions where our service providers operate.
Where required by law, we implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers of personal information.
11. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to:
- Maintain accounts
- Deliver services
- Meet contractual obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce agreements
- Comply with legal requirements
When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized where practicable.
12. Data Security
We implement commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information against:
- Unauthorized access
- Disclosure
- Alteration
- Misuse
- Loss
While we take reasonable steps to protect information, no method of transmission or storage can guarantee absolute security.
13. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of personal information
- Restrict processing
- Object to processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent
Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided below.
We may require verification of identity before fulfilling requests.
14. GDPR Rights
Individuals located within the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or other jurisdictions with similar privacy protections may have additional rights under applicable law.
You may:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of personal information
- Request restriction of processing
- Object to certain processing activities
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
15. California Privacy Rights
California residents may have additional rights under applicable California privacy laws.
Subject to applicable law, California residents may request information regarding:
- Categories of information collected
- Categories of information disclosed
- Deletion of personal information
- Correction of inaccurate information
Global Childhood Academy does not sell personal information.
16. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of third-party websites.
Users should review the privacy policies of any third-party services they access.
17. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Updated versions will be posted on the website with a revised effective date.
Continued use of our services following publication of changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
18. Contact Us
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or requests concerning personal information, please contact:
Global Childhood Academy, Inc.
Email: privacy@globalchildhoodacademy.com
General Inquiries: info@globalchildhoodacademy.com
Website: curriculum.globalchildhoodacademy.com
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