PRIME FOUNDATION MONTESSORI PRIVACY POLICY

Prime Foundation Montessori (“we,” “our,” “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data.
Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal information when you interact with our school or website:

• Name, phone number, email address, and mailing address

• Child’s name, age, and enrollment details (if applicable)

• Payment and billing information (for tuition or fees)

• Communication preferences, including SMS consent

How We Use Personal Information

We use the personal information you provide to:

• Communicate with you regarding admissions, enrollment, tuition, and school events

• Send important updates such as school closures, schedule changes, and reminders

• Share newsletters, educational resources, and community announcements

• Coordinate with vendors and service providers for school operations

• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

SMS Communication

By providing your phone number, you consent to receive SMS messages from Prime Foundation Montessori regarding school updates, events, and reminders.

• Message and data rates may apply.

• You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP.

• SMS consent is not shared with third parties.

SMS Terms of Service

By opting in to receive SMS messages from Prime Foundation Montessori (“we,” “our,” “us”), you agree to the following Terms of Service:

1. Types of Messages You May Receive

By providing your mobile number and consenting to SMS, you may receive text messages related to:

• Enrollment and admissions updates

• School closures or schedule changes

• Tuition and billing reminders

• Event announcements and RSVP confirmations

• Parent resources and school newsletters

• Delivery or vendor coordination (if applicable)

2. Messaging Terms

Messaging frequency may vary depending on your interaction with the school.

Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier plan.

To opt out at any time, reply STOP to any SMS message.

For assistance, reply HELP to any SMS message or visit our website:

https://www.pfmschool.org.

3. Privacy

• We respect your privacy and do not sell or rent your personal information.

SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates.

• For details on how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please see our

Privacy Policy above or view our communications section on our Parent Handbook Page

4. Terms Link

You can always access these Terms of Service at: https://www.pfmschool.org/terms. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share limited information only with:

• Service providers who assist us in school operations (e.g., payment processors, IT

support)

• Regulatory authorities, if required by law

• We do not share SMS consent with third parties or affiliates.

Your Choices

• You can update your contact information by reaching out to us directly.

• You may opt out of newsletters or SMS updates at any time.

Data Security

We use reasonable safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

Contact Us

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

Prime Foundation Montessori

Email: info@pfmschool.org

Phone: 240-744-0400

Address: 12421 Falconbridge Drive, North Potomac MD, 20878