Welcome to www.ics.edu.hk (“Site”), operated by International Christian School (“ICS,” “we,” “our,” “us”). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to follow these terms of use, privacy practices, and any applicable laws and regulations.
Terms of Use
1. Intellectual Property Rights
All content (including but not limited to text, images, graphics, videos, software, logos,trademarks, designs, and databases) on this Site is owned by ICS and/or our content providers,and is protected under Hong Kong andapplicable international laws. You are permitted toaccess, view and/or print the content for personal and non-commercial use only. All other formsof use (including but not limited to the reproduction, modification, publication, distribution,display or creation of derivative works) is strictly prohibited without the prior written consent ofICS or the respective copyright holder
2. Acceptable Use
You agree to use this Site lawfully and ethically. You must not:
- Use the Site in any way that breaches any applicable local or international law or regulation.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, or any server, computer or database connected to the Site.
- Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone’s use or enjoyment of the Site, or which may harm ICS or other users.
ICS reserves the right, without notice and at its sole discretion, to monitor, restrict, or terminate your access to the Site
3. Disclaimer
The information on this Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. While ICS endeavors to ensure that the information provided is accurate, ICS disclaims all warranties (express or implied), including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. ICS periodically adds, deletes, changes, improves, or updates the content on this Site without notice. ICS does not guarantee the completeness, correctness, or uninterrupted availability of the Site.
4. Limitation of Liability
Under no circumstances shall ICS be liable for any loss, damage, liability or expense incurred or suffered which is claimed to have resulted from the use of this Site, including without limitation, any fault, error, omission, interruption or delay with respect thereto. Under no circumstances (including but not limited to negligence) shall ICS be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages, even if ICS has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
5. Links to Third-Party Sites
External links are provided for your convenience only. ICS does not endorse and is not responsible for the content, privacy, security practices or legal compliance measures of these external sites. You access third-party sites at your own risk.
6. Changes to Terms
ICS may update these Terms at any time. The revised Terms will be posted on the Site with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of the revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of the relevant changes.
Privacy Policy
1. Personal Data Collection
ICS may collect information you provide directly (e.g,. via forms, applications or communications), automatically through your use of the Site or via third-party platforms, including:
- Personal identifiers: Name, email address, physical address, phone number, job title, personal preferences
- Admissions-related data: Children’s names, date of birth, academic records, family background information, health information, financial information
- Technical data: IP address, browser type and version, operating
2. How We Use Personal Data
Personal data is used for the following purposes:
- Student admissions, enrollment, and the provision of educational services
- School administration, including billing, accounting, the management of student records and academic performance, and internal reporting and operational planning
- Facilitating collaborative projects and communications with the ICS Alumni Association and the ICS Parents Association, and other affiliated organizations for community-building, fundraising, and event purposes
- Communications with staff, parents, guardians, students and alumni about school events, news and student’s progress
- Ensuring the health, safety and security of staff, parents, guardians and students
- Answering inquiries, providing feedback, support and other customer services
- Providing, operating, and improving the Site, functionality and user experience
- Complying with legal, security, and regulatory obligations
- Providing statistical analysis and reporting
- Investigation and protection against unauthorized, fraudulent or unlawful activity
3. Cookies & Tracking
ICS uses cookies and similar technologies for analytics, personalized content, and communications. You may manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.
4. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your personal data with service providers, legal and regulatory authorities and professional advisors, or with your consent. Third-party access is subject to strict privacy and security agreements, where applicable.
5. Data Protection
ICS implements appropriate technical, administrative, and physical security measures that are commensurate with the sensitivity of the personal data that it holds. Users are responsible for keeping passwords, login details and other security information confidential.
6. Data Retention
ICS will only retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which the data was collected, or for the purposes of complying with any legal and regulatory requirements.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data, to withhold or withdraw consent, and to opt-out of direct marketing. To exercise any of these rights, please write to ICS at ics@ics.edu.hk.
8. International Data Transfers
We will only transfer your personal data to jurisdictions outside Hong Kong that have data protection laws that provide equivalent protection to that provided under Hong Kong law. Necessary consent and safeguards will be applied.
9. Changes to Policy
ICS may update the Privacy Policy at any time. The revised Privacy Policy will be posted on the Site with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of the revised Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the relevant changes.
10. Contact
Questions or requests about these Terms or your personal data may be sent to:
Email: ics@ics.edu.hk
Postal: 1 On Muk Lane, Shatin, New Territories.