Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 22, 2026
Kingdom West Montessori ("Kingdom West," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of our families, prospective families, donors, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website or interact with our school.

Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Child's name, age, and educational information

• Admissions inquiry information

• Tour requests

• Enrollment information

• Donation information

• Any information submitted through contact forms or surveys

We also collect limited technical information automatically, including:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Pages visited

• Date and time of website visits

• Website usage information through analytics tools

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How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries

• Schedule tours

• Process admissions requests

• Communicate with prospective and current families

• Process donations

• Send newsletters and school announcements (when you opt in)

• Improve our website and services

• Meet legal and regulatory obligations

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Third-Party Service Providers
To operate our school and website, we use trusted third-party providers, including:

• Wix for website hosting and website forms

• Givebutter for fundraising and donation processing

• Transparent Classroom for student records and family communication

• Brevo for email newsletters and marketing communications

• Google Workspace (including Gmail, Google Forms, Google Drive, Google Calendar, and related services) for communication and administrative operations

• Google Analytics to understand website traffic and improve visitor experience

• QuickBooks for accounting, invoicing, and financial recordkeeping

These providers receive only the information necessary to perform their services and maintain their own privacy and security practices.

 

Donations and Payments

Donations made through Givebutter and payments processed through our financial systems are handled using secure third-party payment processors. Kingdom West Montessori does not store complete credit card or bank account information on our servers.

Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or request information, we may send occasional emails regarding admissions, school events, fundraising opportunities, and updates. You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link included in those emails.
 

Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze website traffic.
Google Analytics helps us understand how visitors use our website, including pages viewed and general geographic location. This information is collected in aggregate and is not used to personally identify visitors.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some features of the website may not function properly.

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Children's Privacy
Our website is intended for parents, guardians, and other adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 through our website.

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Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information only:

• With trusted service providers who assist in operating our school

• When required by law

• To protect the safety, rights, or property of Kingdom West Montessori or others

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Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.

 

Your Rights
You may request to:

• Access the personal information we maintain about you

• Correct inaccurate information

• Update your contact information

• Request removal from our marketing communications

• Ask questions regarding our privacy practices

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Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.
 

Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

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Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

By using the Kingdom West Montessori website, you agree to these Terms of Use.

Website Content

All text, logos, photographs, graphics, curriculum descriptions, and other content are the property of Kingdom West Montessori unless otherwise noted and may not be copied or reproduced without written permission.

Educational Information

Information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer of enrollment or a contractual agreement.

Donations

All donations are voluntary. Unless otherwise stated, donations are used to support Kingdom West Montessori's mission and programs. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, eligible donations may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

Disclaimer

We strive to keep the information on this website accurate and current but make no guarantees regarding completeness or accuracy.

Limitation of Liability

Kingdom West Montessori is not liable for any damages arising from the use of this website.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.