Protecting Your PrivacyAt the Australian Islamic College of Sydney (AICS), we are committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of the personal information entrusted to us by students, parents, carers, staff, alumni, and members of our wider community.
As an educational institution founded on the principles of integrity, trust, accountability, and respect, we recognise the importance of safeguarding personal information and maintaining transparent practices in the way information is collected, stored, and used.
This Privacy Policy outlines how information may be collected through the AICS website and how that information is managed.
Information We Collect Through Our WebsiteWhen you visit the AICS website, certain information may be automatically collected by our systems to help us maintain website performance, security, and user experience.
This information may include:
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Date and time of access
- Pages visited
- Referring website addresses
- Internet Protocol (IP) addresses
- Website usage and traffic statistics
This information is collected in an anonymous format wherever possible and is used to:
- Monitor website performance
- Improve user experience
- Maintain website security
- Diagnose technical issues
- Analyse website usage trends
Information collected through website analytics is not used to personally identify individual visitors unless required for security investigations or by law.
Enquiries, Forms & Enrolment ApplicationsAICS may collect personal information through online forms, including:- Enrolment enquiries
- Student applications
- Scholarship applications
- Employment applications
- Event registrations
- Contact forms
- What's on at AICS / Newsletter subscriptions
When personal information is requested, we will clearly identify the purpose for which the information is being collected.
Providing information through online forms is voluntary; however, some services or requests may require specific information in order to be processed.
Personal information provided through the website may include:
- Names
- Contact details
- Student information
- Educational history
- Supporting enrolment documentation
- Employment application details
This information is used solely for the purpose for which it was collected and to support the educational, operational, and administrative functions of AICS.
How We Use Personal InformationInformation collected through our website may be used to:
- Respond to enquiries
- Process enrolment applications
- Manage admissions and interviews
- Communicate with prospective and current families
- Provide information about College programs and events
- Process employment applications
- Improve our services and website functionality
- Meet legal, regulatory, and educational obligations
AICS does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.Information will only be disclosed where:
- Consent has been provided;
- Disclosure is required to support school operations;
- Disclosure is authorised or required by law; or
- Disclosure is necessary to protect the safety and wellbeing of students, staff, or the College community.
Website Security
AICS takes reasonable steps to protect personal information from unauthorised access, misuse, loss, alteration, or disclosure.
Our website utilises secure technologies and industry-standard security measures to help protect information transmitted through online forms and digital communications.
While every effort is made to maintain secure systems, users should be aware that no method of internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Cookies & Website AnalyticsThe AICS website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve website functionality and better understand how visitors engage with our content.Cookies help us:
- Improve website performance
- Remember user preferences
- Analyse visitor behaviour
- Enhance user experience
Users may choose to disable cookies through their browser settings; however, doing so may affect the functionality of some areas of the website.
External WebsitesThe AICS website may contain links to external websites, educational resources, government agencies, and third-party service providers. While we carefully select external links, AICS is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. Users should review the privacy policies of those websites before providing personal information.
Our Commitment to TransparencyAs a growing Islamic educational institution serving families across Sydney, AICS is committed to transparency, responsible governance, and continuous improvement.
We strive to ensure that all information collected through our website is managed respectfully, securely, and in accordance with applicable privacy legislation and best practice educational standards. Our commitment reflects the values that underpin the College community—trust, integrity, accountability, and service.
Contact UsIf you have any questions regarding privacy, website security, or the handling of personal information, please contact the Australian Islamic College of Sydney.Australian Islamic College of Sydney (AICS)
Phone: (02) 9675 3100
Email:
info@aics.nsw.edu.auFor enrolment enquiries, admissions information, or requests relating to your personal information, our team will be pleased to assist.
