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Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

LUTA School respects the privacy of parents, learners, and our community. We are committed to protecting personal information in line with the Zambian Data Protection Act (2021) and other applicable child protection laws. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect:

  • Parent/guardian details (names, addresses, phone numbers, email).

  • Learner information (name, date of birth, academic records, health notes relevant to school safety).

  • Website data (contact form submissions, newsletter sign‑ups, cookies for site performance).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal data only for legitimate educational and operational purposes:

  • Enrolling learners and maintaining academic records.

  • Communicating with parents about progress, events, and school activities.

  • Ensuring learner safety and compliance with child protection standards.

  • Improving our website and digital services.

4. Sharing of Information

  • We do not sell or trade personal data.

  • Information may be shared only with authorized staff, regulatory bodies, or service providers (e.g., IT hosting) who are bound by confidentiality.

  • Any sharing complies with Zambian law and is limited to what is necessary.

5. Data Protection & Security

  • Records are stored securely in physical and electronic formats.

  • Access is restricted to authorized personnel.

  • Safeguards are applied to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

6. Children’s Privacy

We recognize the special duty to protect children’s information. Learner data is handled with strict confidentiality and used only for educational and safety purposes.

7. Your Rights

Under Zambian law, parents and guardians have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold.

  • Request corrections to inaccurate information.

  • Withdraw consent for optional uses (e.g., marketing).

  • Request deletion of data where legally permissible.

8. Website & Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience. These do not identify individuals but help us understand site performance. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

9. Contact Us

For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact: LUTA School Administration Chilanga, Lusaka Province, Zambia Email: [Insert School Email] Phone: [Insert School Phone Number]

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or school practices. The latest version will always be available on our website.