Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 13, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Higher Learning Child Care Academy (“HLCCA,” “we,” “us”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit https://www.higherlearningchildcare.com/ or communicate with us.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Contact Information: name, phone number, email address, home address (if provided)
Child/Family Information (if submitted): child’s name/age, enrollment or tour details, schedule preferences, and other information you choose to share
Communication Information: messages sent through forms, email, phone calls, or SMS/text
Website Usage Information: device type, browser type, IP address, pages visited, and similar analytics data

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Respond to inquiries and schedule tours
Provide childcare services and communicate with parents/guardians
Send important updates (e.g., enrollment info, reminders, closures, events)
Improve our website and services
Maintain security and prevent fraud

Text Messaging (SMS) and Phone Communications

If you provide your phone number, you consent to receive communications from HLCCA, which may include calls and text messages, such as:

tour confirmations and reminders
enrollment and account updates
school announcements and urgent notifications (closures, emergency updates)
event reminders and general center communication

Message frequency may vary.
Message and data rates may apply.
You can opt out at any time by replying STOP. For help, reply HELP or contact us at info@higherlearningchildcare.com or 704-259-6044.

Consent is not a condition of purchase or enrollment.

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only:

With service providers who help us operate (e.g., website hosting, scheduling tools, CRM, texting/phone providers)
If required by law, legal process, or to protect rights and safety

Mobile information will not be shared with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.
All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze site traffic. You can adjust cookie settings in your browser.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for parents and guardians. We do not knowingly collect personal information online directly from children without parental consent.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

Terms of Service

Effective Date: February 13, 2026

Welcome to Higher Learning Child Care Academy (“HLCCA,” “we,” “us”). By accessing or using our website https://www.higherlearningchildcare.com/ , submitting forms, booking a tour, or communicating with us by phone, email, or text message, you agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”).

Use of Our Website

You agree to use our website and services for lawful purposes only. You may not:

attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems,
disrupt the website’s functionality,
upload or submit harmful or misleading content.

Information on This Website

Our website may provide general information about our childcare services, hours, policies, and enrollment process. While we strive for accuracy, details may change. The most current information may be confirmed by contacting us directly.

Tours, Inquiries, and Form Submissions

When you submit a form, request information, or book a tour, you agree that:

the information you provide is accurate to the best of your knowledge,
we may contact you using the method(s) you provided (phone, email, text) to respond to your request and provide updates related to your inquiry.

SMS/Text Messaging Terms

If you provide your phone number, you consent to receive calls and text messages from HLCCA related to:

tour confirmations and reminders,
enrollment and account updates,
center announcements (closures, events, reminders),
and other important childcare communications.

Message frequency may vary.
Message and data rates may apply.
You can opt out at any time by replying STOP. For help, reply HELP or contact us at [email] or [phone].

Consent is not a condition of purchase or enrollment.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website—text, graphics, logos, photos, and branding—is owned by HLCCA or used with permission and may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without written permission.

Links to Third-Party Sites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., scheduling tools, payment providers, social media). We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of those third-party sites. Use them at your own discretion.

Disclaimers

Our website and its content are provided “as is” and “as available.” We do not guarantee the website will always be uninterrupted or error-free. We make no warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of information posted on the site.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, HLCCA will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the website or communications with us.

Privacy

Your use of our website is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review it for details on how we collect and use information.

We may update these Terms periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted means you accept the updated Terms.

Accessibility Statement

Higher Learning Child Care Academy is committed to making our website accessible to all visitors, including people with disabilities. We believe everyone should be able to access information about our programs, services, and resources in a clear and usable way.

Our Commitment

We are actively working to improve the accessibility and usability of our website and aim to follow best practices and applicable accessibility standards, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

Accessibility Features & Ongoing Improvements

We strive to ensure our content is accessible by:

Improving readability and clear navigation
Adding text alternatives (alt text) where appropriate
Supporting keyboard navigation where possible
Reviewing pages and content as we update and publish new materials

Because accessibility is an ongoing effort, some content may not yet be fully compliant in every area. We are committed to making continuous improvements.

Need Assistance or Have Feedback?

If you experience difficulty accessing any part of our website, or if you need content in an alternative format, we want to help.

Email: info@higherlearningchildcare.com

Phone: 704-259-6044

Mailing Address: 104 S Carpenter St - Kings Mountain, NC 28086

We will do our best to respond and provide support within a reasonable timeframe.

Third-Party Content

Some pages may include third-party tools or links that we do not control. While we encourage accessibility across the web, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of external sites or embedded third-party services.

Effective Date: February 13, 2026