Who we are

Our website address is: https://eddc.net. East Dallas Developmental Center (“EDDC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of our website visitors, prospective families, and enrolled families. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

Information we collect

Information you provide to us, such as when you fill out a form on our website (e.g., to schedule a tour, request enrollment information, or contact us), may include:

• Parent/guardian name, email address, and phone number
• Child’s name and date of birth
• Desired start date and other enrollment-related details
• Any other information you choose to share with us via email or our contact forms

Information collected automatically. Like most websites, our site may automatically collect certain technical information when you visit, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages viewed, typically through cookies or similar technologies. This helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve the experience.

Information about enrolled children. Once your child is enrolled, additional information (such as health records, immunization history, authorized pickup contacts, and daily care notes) is collected and maintained as part of our enrollment and licensing requirements. This information is managed separately from our website and is discussed further in your enrollment paperwork and Parent Handbook, and is handled in compliance with Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) child-care licensing standards.

How we use your information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to inquiries, schedule tours, and process enrollment requests
• Communicate with current and prospective families about our programs, policies, and events
• Send our monthly newsletter and other important announcements (you may opt out of non-essential communications at any time)
• Maintain required health, safety, and licensing records for enrolled children
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations

How we share your information

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

• Service providers who help us operate our business, such as Brightwheel (our childcare management platform used for billing, attendance, and parent communication) and our catering provider for meal planning
• Government or regulatory agencies, such as the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) or HHSC, as required by law or licensing obligations
• Emergency responders or medical personnel, if necessary to protect the health and safety of a child
• As required by law, subpoena, or other legal process

Children’s privacy

Our website is intended for use by parents, guardians, and other adults — not by children. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children through our website. Information about enrolled children is collected only from parents/guardians as part of the enrollment and care process described above.

Cookies and tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar tools to support basic site functionality and to understand website traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some parts of the site may not function as intended if you do so.

Data security

We take reasonable measures to protect the personal information we collect, both on our website and through the systems we use to manage enrollment and billing (such as Brightwheel, which maintains industry-standard security and encryption). However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security

Third-party links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as Brightwheel or social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. For material changes, we will make reasonable efforts to notify current families directly.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

East Dallas Developmental Center
2010 Skillman St.
Dallas, TX 75206
Phone: (214) 821-7766
Email: eddckids@sbcglobal.net / eddcad@gmail.com