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Privacy Policy : Alivia Eloise Dance Academy

1. Commitment to Privacy

Your privacy, and your child’s privacy, is very important to us at Alivia Eloise Dance Academy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), and the Victorian Child Safe Standards.

We are committed to managing personal information in an open, transparent, and responsible way that respects the rights of individuals and upholds the safety and wellbeing of children.

2. Collection of Personal Information

We collect personal information that is necessary to support the education, care, and wellbeing of our students, as well as to meet our legal and regulatory obligations.
Most personal information is collected directly from a parent, guardian, or adult student.
We may also collect information through:
– Our website or online forms
– Social media and communication platforms
– Medical or emergency service providers
– Special needs or support agencies (with your consent)
– Family court orders, agreements, or other legal documents
– Training or performance programs related to student development
– The information we collect may include (but is not limited to):
Student and parent/guardian names, addresses, contact details,
date of birth, gender, emergency contact details,
medical information, medical management plans, allergy details,
information regarding disability, additional needs, or learning support requirements,
attendance records, photographs, and participation history.

3. Use and Disclosure of Personal Information

We only collect and use personal information to:
– Deliver dance education and training programs
– Support the health, safety, and wellbeing of students
– Communicate effectively with families
– Manage enrolments, payments, and administration
– Comply with relevant laws, regulations, and insurance obligations
We do not disclose personal information to third parties unless:
– You would reasonably expect us to do so (e.g., to facilitate student wellbeing or learning support)
– You have given consent
– The disclosure is required or authorised by Australian law (e.g, to child protection, emergency services, or regulatory bodies).
We will never sell or rent personal information to third parties.

4. Data Quality and Security

Alivia Eloise Dance Academy takes all reasonable steps to ensure that the personal information we hold is accurate, up to date, and complete.
We maintain secure systems and practices to protect personal information against loss, unauthorised access, misuse, or disclosure. Only authorised staff or contractors who require access to personal information for legitimate purposes are permitted to handle it.
If personal information is no longer required, it will be securely destroyed or de-identified in accordance with legal requirements.

5. Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you or your child, and to request corrections if the information is inaccurate, incomplete, or out of date.
To make an access or correction request, please contact us at:  enquiries@aedanceacademy.com.au

We will respond to your request promptly and in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles.

6. Questions or Complaints

If you have any concerns or complaints about how we manage personal information, please contact us directly on
(+61) 0428 327 771 or via our email:   enquiries@aedanceacademy.com.au

We will take all complaints seriously and aim to resolve them promptly and fairly.
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au or phone 1300 363 992.

7. Policy Review

This Privacy Policy will be reviewed regularly and updated as required to ensure ongoing compliance with privacy laws and best practice in child safety and data management.