PRIVACY POLICY.
Terms of Use
New Horizon Special School respects the privacy of our students, families, staff, donors, and visitors to our website. We are committed to protecting personal information and handling it responsibly, in line with Ghana’s Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843) and our mission to provide a safe and supportive learning environment.
By accessing and using our website, you agree to use it for lawful purposes only. You must not use the site in any way that may cause harm, interrupt services, or infringe upon the rights of others. Content on the website, including text, images, and materials, is the property of New Horizon Special School and may not be copied or reused without permission.
Information Collection and Use
We may collect personal information through forms, emails, applications, or other means, such as:
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Contact details (name, email address, phone number)
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Student enrollment information
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Donations and payment records
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Volunteer or internship applications
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Website analytics (cookies, IP addresses, browsing patterns)
We use this information to:
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Process admissions, donations, and service requests
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Communicate with families, staff, and stakeholders
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Improve the website and our services
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Comply with Ghana’s legal and regulatory requirements
We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties. Information may only be shared with trusted partners or service providers where necessary to carry out school-related functions.
Student Privacy and Consent
The protection of student privacy is central to our mission. We:
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Collect student information solely for educational, administrative, and support purposes.
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Obtain parental or guardian consent before publishing any student photographs, videos, or personal details on the website, newsletters, or promotional materials.
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Limit access to student records to authorized staff and guardians.
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Ensure data is securely stored and only retained as long as necessary for school purposes.
Parents or guardians may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their child’s records by contacting the school administration.
Links to External Sites
Our website may include links to third-party sites (such as partner organizations, sponsors, or resources). Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website you visit through external links.