Privacy Policy

Dayah Family Home Child Care
Effective Date: May 2026
Last Updated: May 2026

Dayah Family Home Child Care ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our website visitors, prospective families, enrolled families, and children in our care. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information obtained through our website and child care services.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

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• Submit a contact form

• Request information about enrollment

• Join a waitlist

• Schedule a tour

• Contact us by phone, email, or social media

• Complete enrollment forms

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Information collected may include:

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Parent or Guardian Information

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Emergency contact information

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Child Information

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• Child's name

• Child's age or date of birth

• Program interests

• Enrollment information

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Website Information

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When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Pages visited

• Website usage data

• Cookies and analytics information

How We Use Information

We use information collected to:

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• Respond to inquiries

• Schedule tours

• Provide information about our child care services

• Process enrollment requests

• Communicate with families

• Improve our website and services

• Meet licensing, safety, and regulatory requirements

• Maintain child care records required by Washington State

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We only collect information reasonably necessary to provide child care services and operate our business.

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Children's Privacy

 

Protecting children's privacy is extremely important to us.

Our website is intended for parents, guardians, and adults seeking child care services.

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children through our website.

Information about children is collected only from parents or legal guardians for enrollment, care, health, safety, and licensing purposes.

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Sharing Information

 

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

Information may be shared only when necessary to:

Comply with Legal Requirements

Including:

• Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF)

• Licensing inspections

• Child care subsidy programs

• Public health requirements

• Court orders or lawful requests

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Protect Health and Safety

Information may be shared with:

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• Emergency medical personnel

• First responders

• Authorized health professionals

• Child protective services when required by law

Service Providers

 

We may use trusted third-party providers for:

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• Website hosting

• Email services

• Child care management software

• Payment processing

• Communication systems

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These providers are expected to protect information appropriately.

Photographs and Media

 

Photographs, videos, and classroom documentation involving children will only be used in accordance with permissions provided by parents or guardians.

Parents may grant or deny permission for:

• Classroom photos

• Social media use

• Marketing materials

• Website content

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Families may update media permissions at any time by contacting us.

Data Security

 

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information from:

• Unauthorized access

• Loss

• Misuse

• Alteration

• Disclosure

While we strive to safeguard information, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

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Cookies and Analytics

 

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve website functionality

• Analyze visitor traffic

• Enhance user experience

• Measure website performance

Visitors may choose to disable cookies through their browser settings; however, certain website features may not function properly.

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Data Retention

 

We retain information only as long as necessary to:

• Provide services

• Meet legal requirements

• Comply with Washington State child care licensing regulations

• Maintain business records

Records may be securely destroyed when retention periods expire.

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Your Privacy Rights

You may request to:

• Access information we maintain about you

• Correct inaccurate information

• Update contact information

• Request deletion of information when legally permitted

Certain records may be required by law to be maintained and may not be eligible for deletion.

Third-Party Websites

 

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. Users should review the privacy policies of those websites separately.

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Changes to This Privacy Policy

 

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time.

Changes will become effective immediately upon posting to our website. The updated effective date will be reflected at the top of this policy.

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Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how information is handled, please contact:

Dayah Family Home Child Care
Kent, Washington

Email: info@dayahchildcare.com
Phone: 425-496-9255

Commitment to Privacy

Dayah Family Home Child Care is committed to maintaining the confidentiality, dignity, and privacy of all children and families we serve. We strive to handle personal information responsibly and in accordance with applicable Washington State and federal laws.