Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 2026

1. Introduction

Home of Giants Vocational Training School ("we," "us," "our," or "School") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and interact with our services, including our online student application form.

2. Data We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

2.1 Online Application Form

When you submit our online student application form, we collect:

• Personal information: full name, date of birth, contact details
• Identification documents: ID/passport number, scans
• Educational information: current education level, academic records
• Programme preferences and motivation for applying
• Supporting documents you choose to upload

2.2 Contact Forms

When you contact us through our website, we collect:

• Name, email address, and phone number
• Your message and inquiry subject

2.3 Website Usage

We may automatically collect information about your visit, including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use the information we collect for:

• Processing your application and enrollment
• Communicating with you about your application or inquiry
• Providing student services and support
• Improving our programmes and services
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
• Contacting you about important updates or announcements
• Monitoring website security and performance

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Your application documents and personal information are stored securely and accessed only by authorized personnel.

5. Sharing with Third Parties

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with:

• Our website hosting and management service providers
• Government agencies when required by law
• Partner organizations for workplace learning and placements (only with your consent)
• Educational or regulatory bodies as required

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct or update your personal information
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
• Object to processing of your information
• Withdraw consent at any time

7. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website may use cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Student records are maintained in accordance with South African educational regulations. You may request deletion of your data, subject to any legal or contractual obligations to retain it.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 16. If we learn that a child under 16 has submitted information without parental consent, we will delete that information immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, our privacy practices, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

12. Legal Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with South African privacy laws and regulations, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

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