Stepping Stones Kids Academy's
Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
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Stepping Stones Kids Academy (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, https://steppingstoneskidsacademy.com/, and interact with our services.

Information We Collect
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We may collect the following types of information:
• Personal Information: Name, phone number, email address, mailing address, and any information you provide through forms or registrations
• Child Information: Limited information necessary for enrollment and program participation
• Communication Data: Records of SMS messages, emails, and other communications
• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and website interaction data

How We Collect Information
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We collect information through:
• Website forms and enrollment applications
• booking toolsSMS and email communications
• Cookies and tracking technologies
• Advertising platforms and analytics tools

How We Use Information
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We use your information to:
• Provide and manage our educational services
• Communicate with you about programs, updates, and schedules
• Send reminders, confirmations, and important notifications
• Improve our website, services, and customer experience
• Manage advertising and marketing campaigns
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

SMS & Communications
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By providing your phone number and selecting the appropriate opt-in checkbox on our website forms, you consent to receive SMS messages from Stepping Stones Kids Academy.
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These messages may include:
• Enrollment updates
• Appointment reminders
• Program notifications
• Customer support communications
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Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.

You can opt in to SMS messaging through website forms, appointment scheduling, or other consent-based interactions.

You can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. For assistance, reply HELP or contact us directly.

Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of purchase.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes.

Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties, except for aggregators and providers of the Text Message services.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service is permitted.

All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

Data Sharing Policy

We do not sell, rent, or use personal information for external promotional purposes.

We may provide information only in the following limited circumstances:
• With service providers that help operate our business (such as customer support or platform services)
• When required by law or legal process

Customer opt-in data is never sold, rented, or used for marketing by outside organizations.

We do not disclose SMS consent to any affiliates or external parties for marketing purposes
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All data handling strictly excludes text messaging originator opt-in data and consent from any non-essential use.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:
• Analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Improve website functionality
• Support advertising campaigns
• You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Data Security Practices

We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information, including:
• Secure data storage systems
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Encryption where applicable
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While we take reasonable steps to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
• Provide services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
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When information is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

Third-Party Services
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We use GoHighLevel as our primary CRM, communication, and automation platform. GoHighLevel acts as a data processor and may store:
• Contact information
• Communication records (SMS, email)
• Form submissions
• Appointment scheduling data

We may also use additional third-party tools for advertising, analytics, and business operations. These providers are only given access to information necessary to perform their functions and are not permitted to use it for independent marketing purposes.

Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your information
• Withdraw consent for communications

To exercise your rights, contact us using the information below.

Opt-Out Instructions
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SMS: Reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time
Help: Reply HELP for assistance
Email: Click the unsubscribe link in any email or contact us directly

Children’s Information

Our services are designed for children, but personal information is collected only from parents or legal guardians. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children without appropriate parental consent.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Information

Stepping Stones Kids Academy
1531 246th Ave NE
Sammamish, Washington 98074
United States
Phone: +1 425-786-4192
Email: info@steppingstoneskidsacademy.com

Last Updated: April 20, 2026