Privacy Policy

Last updated: 8th January 2026

At Mini Scholars ELC, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose your information when you use our website and services, and outlines your privacy rights under Australian law.

We use your Personal Data to provide and improve our services. By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Definitions

  • Company: Refers to Mini Scholars ELC, located at 11 Rose Street, Sefton, NSW.

  • Service: Refers to the website and the childcare services provided by Mini Scholars ELC.

  • Personal Data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual.

  • Usage Data: Data collected automatically, such as IP addresses or time spent on the website.

  • Cookies: Small files placed on your device to track browsing history and preferences.

2. Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

While using our Service, we may ask you to provide certain personally identifiable information, including:

  • First and Last Name

  • Email Address

  • Phone Number

  • Usage Data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use Cookies and similar tracking technologies (like beacons and tags) to analyze our website traffic and improve your experience.

  • Necessary Cookies: Required for the website to function correctly.

  • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences (such as login details).

  • Analytics: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site.

3. How We Use Your Data

Mini Scholars ELC may use your information for the following purposes:

  • To provide our Service: To manage your inquiries and enrollment requests.

  • To contact you: Regarding updates, newsletters, or informative communications.

  • To manage requests: To attend to your specific inquiries or feedback.

  • For legal compliance: To meet our obligations under Australian childcare regulations and laws.

4. Retention and Transfer

We retain your Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal requirements (such as state-mandated records for early childhood education).

Your information is processed at our operating offices in Sefton, NSW. While we take every reasonable step to ensure your data is secure, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights (Access and Deletion)

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you.

  • Correct any inaccurate information.

  • Request Deletion of your data (subject to our legal obligations to retain certain records under the Education and Care Services National Law).

6. Children’s Privacy

While our physical service is dedicated to children, our website is intended for parents and guardians. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 via the website without parental consent. If we discover a child has provided us with data online, we will delete it immediately.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other sites (such as educational resources or government portals). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third-party sites.

8. Changes to this Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:

  • Address: 11 Rose Street, Sefton, NSW

  • Phone: (02) 9644 7172

  • Email: enquiries@minischolarselc.com.au

  • Website: www.minischolarselc.com.au