CHRISITAN Education FOR ALL

Privacy Policy

Happy is the man who finds wisdom, And the man who gains understanding—Proverbs 3:13

Last Updated: 18 March 2025

1. Introduction

Christian College is committed to protecting the personal information of all students, parents, guardians, and website users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013 and other applicable South African laws.

By using our website, enrolling in our programs, or interacting with us, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information necessary for academic, administrative, and legal purposes. This may include:

2.1. Personal Information of Students & Parents/Guardians

  • For minors (Grade R to under 18 years old):

    • Full name
    • Date of birth
    • Gender
    • Parent/guardian’s name, contact details, and ID number
    • Emergency contact details
    • Academic records
    • Health-related information (only if necessary for student welfare)

  • For adult students (18 years and older):

    • Full name
    • ID or passport number
    • Contact details (email, phone number, physical address)
    • Academic records and qualifications
    • Payment and billing information

2.2. Website Visitors & Online Users

  • IP address and device information
  • Browsing activity on our website
  • Contact details if provided through forms or account registration

2.3. Employee & Faculty Information

  • Employment records
  • Qualifications and background checks (where necessary)

3. How We Use Your Information

We collect and process personal information for the following purposes:

  • To enroll students and manage academic records
  • To communicate with students, parents, and guardians regarding coursework, fees, and school updates
  • To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
  • To ensure child protection and student welfare
  • To improve our website and digital learning experience
  • To process payments and manage financial transactions

We will not use personal information for any purpose unrelated to academic and administrative needs without your consent.

4. How We Protect Your Information

We take data protection seriously and implement the following security measures:

  • Secure storage systems for personal and academic records
  • Access controls limiting who can view and process sensitive information
  • Encryption of online transactions and confidential data
  • Regular security audits to ensure compliance with data protection laws

If you suspect any misuse or unauthorized access to your personal information, please contact us immediately.

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or share personal information with third parties except in the following cases:

  • When required by law enforcement or government authorities
  • When necessary for educational accreditation bodies
  • When processing payments through secure third-party payment providers
  • When seeking medical attention for a student in an emergency

Where third parties receive access to personal data, they are required to comply with strict confidentiality agreements.

6. Parental Consent for Minors

For students under 18 years of age, we require explicit consent from a parent or legal guardian before collecting or processing their personal information.

Parents/guardians have the right to:

  • Request access to their child’s records
  • Request corrections to inaccurate data
  • Withdraw consent (subject to legal and academic obligations)

7. Your Rights Under POPIA

Under South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data held by us
  • Request correction or deletion of inaccurate information
  • Object to processing in certain circumstances
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator if you believe your data is being mishandled

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

8. Data Retention

  • Student records are kept for as long as legally required by educational and academic regulations.
  • Personal data of website visitors is retained only for the duration necessary for analytics and security purposes.
  • Financial records are retained for seven (7) years in compliance with tax laws.

Once personal data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

9. Cookies & Online Tracking

Our website may use cookies to:

  • Improve user experience
  • Track website performance and analytics
  • Remember user preferences

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or operational needs. The latest version will always be available on our website.

11. Contact Information

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, or to exercise your rights under POPIA, please get in touch via our Contact page.

🌐 Website: https://christiancollege.co.za/

By continuing to use our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.