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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 11, 2025

1. Purpose of This Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Abington Friends School (“AFS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects personal information from students, parents/guardians, alumni, employees, and visitors when you use our website, digital platforms, and online services (“Services”).

We are committed to protecting your privacy, complying with applicable laws (including the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)), and ensuring transparency about how we handle data.

By using our Services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect
We may collect:

  • Personal Information:
    • Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
    • Student information provided by parents/guardians or the school
    • Employment application data (if applying for a position at AFS)
  • Technical Information (Usage Data):
    • IP address, browser type/version, device type, and operating system
    • Pages visited, time/date of visit, and actions taken on our site
    • Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 4)

3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our Services
  • Communicate important school updates and announcements
  • Process applications, registrations, and donations
  • Support teaching, learning, and administrative operations
  • Comply with legal obligations and school policies

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve site functionality, remember preferences, and analyze site usage. You can control or disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some features may not work as intended.

We do not use Flash cookies or other outdated tracking technologies.

5. Sharing Your Information
We may share information:

  • With service providers who support our operations (e.g., website hosting, payment processing)
  • With trusted partners as part of educational programs or events
  • As required by law, court order, or government request
  • To protect the safety, rights, and property of AFS, our community, or the public
  • We require all vendors to handle your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for educational, administrative, and legal purposes. Retention periods may vary depending on the type of data and applicable laws.

7. Children’s Privacy
AFS does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verified parental consent, in compliance with COPPA. For enrolled students, data collection is governed by FERPA and our internal policies.

Parents/guardians can request access to or deletion of their child’s data by contacting us (see Section 10).

8. Data Security
We use industry-standard safeguards to protect personal information. While no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, we continually review and improve our security measures.

9. Third-Party Websites
Our Services may link to external websites we do not control. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy statements.

10. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access or correct your personal information
  • Request deletion of certain personal data
  • Opt out of non-essential communications
  • Restrict or object to certain types of processing

To exercise these rights, contact:
📧: afsmarketing@abingtonfriends.net
📬: Abington Friends School, 575 Washington Lane, Jenkintown, PA 19046

11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will post changes on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date and, where appropriate, notify you directly.