Effective Date: 04/07/2026
Smoky Mountain Montessori (“School,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the website smokymountainmontessori.com (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Parent/guardian name
- Child’s name (if provided)
- Phone number
- Email address
- Enrollment or inquiry details
- Any information submitted through contact or application forms
Non-Personal Information
We may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited and usage data
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to enrollment inquiries and applications
- Communicate with parents/guardians
- Provide information about programs and services
- Improve our Website and user experience
3. Children’s Privacy (COPPA)
We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. All information related to children must be submitted by a parent or legal guardian.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information:
- With school staff or administrators as necessary
- With service providers assisting with school operations
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect the safety of students, families, or the School
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve Website functionality
- Analyze traffic and performance
You may disable cookies through your browser settings.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure.
7. Third-Party Links
Our Website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
8. Your Rights
Parents or guardians may request to:
- Access, update, or delete personal information
- Opt out of communications
To do so, contact us at:
Email: ADMIN@SMOKYMOUNTAINMONTESSORI.COM
Direct Line: (386) 566-3273
School Line: (865) 995-6300
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Smoky Mountain Montessori
Email: ADMIN@SMOKYMOUNTAINMONTESSORI.COM
Direct Line: (386) 566-3273
School Line: (865) 995-6300
