Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Morning Star Montessori, LLC (“Morning Star Montessori,” “MSM,” “the School,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of students, parents, guardians, staff, and visitors to our website and facilities.

This Privacy Policy explains how Morning Star Montessori collects, uses, maintains, and protects personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act.

By interacting with the School, submitting enrollment forms, scheduling tours, or using our website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Morning Star Montessori collects information necessary to operate a private educational institution and provide educational services.

During inquiries, applications, and enrollment, the School may collect:

• Parent or guardian full names
   
• Home address
   
• Email addresses
   
• Telephone numbers
   
• Employment information (if provided voluntarily)
   
• Emergency contact information
   
• Payment and billing details for tuition
   

To support enrollment and educational programming, we may collect:

• Student name and date of birth
   
• Health information relevant to school attendance
   
• Allergy and medication information
   
• Emergency medical authorization
   
• Developmental or academic observations
   
• Attendance records
   
• Classroom assessments and progress notes
   

When users visit the Morning Star Montessori website, certain technical information may automatically be collected:

• Internet Protocol (IP) address
   
• Browser type
   
• Device type
   
• Website pages visited
   
• Date and time of website interactions
   

This information helps us improve website performance and user experience.

Morning Star Montessori uses collected information for legitimate educational and administrative purposes including:

• Processing applications and enrollment
   
• Communicating with parents and guardians
   
• Maintaining student records
   
• Managing tuition payments and billing
   
• Ensuring student health and safety
   
• Scheduling school tours or meetings
   
• Providing educational services
   
• Improving school programs and website functionality
   

Personal information is used strictly for school operations and educational services.

Morning Star Montessori collects and processes personal information based on the following lawful purposes:

• Parental consent during enrollment
   
• Contractual obligations related to educational services
   
• Legal obligations required by state regulations
   
• Legitimate school operational interests
   

Morning Star Montessori does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

Information may be shared only in limited circumstances such as:

• With parents or legal guardians regarding their child
   
• With authorized school personnel who require access to perform their duties
   
• With service providers assisting with school operations (payment processors, website hosting providers, etc.)
   
• When required by law, subpoena, or regulatory authority
   
• During health or safety emergencies involving a student
   

All reasonable measures are taken to ensure that third parties maintain confidentiality.

Morning Star Montessori uses reasonable administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect personal information.

These safeguards may include:

• Secure storage of paper records
   
• Password-protected digital systems
   
• Limited access to sensitive information
   
• Secure handling of student records
   

While we strive to protect all data, no electronic system can guarantee absolute security.

Morning Star Montessori serves children ages 3–6. Personal information about children is collected only from parents or legal guardians during the enrollment process.

The School does not knowingly collect personal information directly from children through its website without parental consent.

Parents or guardians may request to review or update their child’s information at any time.

The Morning Star Montessori website may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to:

• Improve website functionality
   
• Analyze website traffic
   
• Enhance user experience
   

Visitors may disable cookies through their browser settings, although some features of the website may not function properly.

Morning Star Montessori retains personal information only as long as necessary for educational, operational, and legal purposes.

Student records may be retained for a period required by state educational guidelines or administrative needs.

When information is no longer required, it is securely destroyed or deleted.

Under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act, Virginia residents have certain rights regarding their personal information.

These rights may include the ability to:

• Request access to personal data held by the School
   
• Request correction of inaccurate information
   
• Request deletion of personal data not required for legal or operational purposes
   
• Obtain a copy of personal data previously provided
   

Requests must be submitted in writing to the School administration.

Morning Star Montessori may use trusted third-party services for administrative purposes including:

• Website hosting
   
• Payment processing
   
• Scheduling systems
   
• Email communication tools
   

These providers are required to maintain confidentiality and protect personal information.

Morning Star Montessori reserves the right to update or revise this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in legal requirements or school operations.

Updated policies will be posted on the School website and may be distributed to enrolled families.

Questions regarding this Privacy Policy or requests concerning personal information should be directed to:

Morning Star Montessori, LLC
Fredericksburg / Spotsylvania County, Virginia

Email: info@morningstarmontessori.net
Phone: (540.734.6019)

© 2026 Morning Star Montessori, LLC. All rights reserved.
Privacy and data practices are governed by our Privacy Policy in accordance with Virginia law.