Last updated: 4 February 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Homeschool South Africa (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you use our website and mobile application (collectively, the “Platform”).
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a lawful, fair, and transparent manner.
1. Information We Collect
When you register for a membership or use our Platform, we may collect the following personal information:
1.1 Member Information
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
1.2 Learner Information
Members may upload learning evidence and portfolio content for their homeschooled children, which may include:
- Names or identifiers of learners
- Educational records, documents, images, or videos
- Assessment-related content
2. How We Collect Information
We collect information:
- Directly from you when you sign up or update your profile
- When you upload content to the Platform
- When you communicate with us
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
- Create and manage your membership account
- Provide access to the Platform and its features
- Communicate with you via email, WhatsApp, and other channels you opt into
- Facilitate assessments by certified assessors
- Improve our services and user experience
- Meet legal and regulatory obligations
4. Marketing and Communications
By signing up, you explicitly opt in to receive:
- Emails
- WhatsApp messages
- Invitations to join our Facebook community group
You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by:
- Clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails
- Contacting us directly
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
Your information is only shared with:
5.1 Certified Assessors
Learning portfolios and relevant learner information are shared exclusively with certified assessors for the purpose of educational review and assessment.
These assessors are contractually bound to maintain confidentiality and data protection standards.
6. Data Storage and Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information, including:
- Secure servers
- Access control and authentication
- Encrypted connections where applicable
However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as:
- Your account remains active, or
- It is necessary for assessment, legal, or operational purposes
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal obligations.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for communications
- Request a copy of your data
To exercise these rights, contact us at:
homeschoolsafrica@gmail.com
9. Children’s Information
We collect learner information only with the consent of the parent or legal guardian. Members are responsible for ensuring they have lawful authority to upload content relating to their children.
10. Third-Party Services
Our Platform may integrate with third-party services (such as email or messaging providers). These services process data in accordance with their own privacy policies and applicable laws.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page and reflected by the updated date at the top.
Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Homeschool South Africa
Email: homeschoolsafrica@gmail.com
Website: HomeschoolSouthAfrica.co.za