DPHS PRIVACY POLICY
Durban Preparatory High School (DPHS) is committed to protecting the privacy of all individuals who interact with our website. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information shared through our digital platforms, in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and other applicable data protection laws.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We may collect and process personal information submitted via the DPHS website, such as when you:
• Make an enquiry or complete an application form
• Subscribe to newsletters or updates
• Download forms (e.g., application, fee structure, yearbooks)
• Contact us directly via email or online forms The types of information collected may include:
• Name and surname
• Contact details (email, phone number)
• Your child’s name and grade
• Any other personal information voluntarily submitted

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
Your information is used only for school-related purposes, such as:
• Responding to enquiries or processing applications
• Communicating school news, events, and admissions updates
• Managing access to downloads or parent communications
• Improving the performance and content of our website We do not share your personal information with third parties unless legally required or with your explicit consent.

3. COOKIES AND WEBSITE ANALYTICS
Our website uses basic cookies and analytics tools to:
• Understand user interaction and improve the website experience
• Monitor aggregate traffic and site performance (non-identifiable data) Cookies do not store any personal information and may be controlled or deleted via your browser settings. For more information, visit www.internetcookies.org.

4. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY DPHS
takes appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information:
• Data is stored securely on password-protected systems
• Website communication may be encrypted via SSL where appropriate
• Access to information is limited to authorised school staff or service providers who are bound by confidentiality obligations

5. CONSENT AND UPDATES
By submitting your information via our website or school forms, you consent to its collection and use as described in this policy. If we update this policy, changes will be posted on this page so you remain informed about how your data is used.

6. YOUR RIGHTS
You may request access to, correction, or deletion of your personal data held by DPHS at any time. To do so, or to unsubscribe from communications, please contact us at: admin@dphs.co.za

7. EXTERNAL LINKS
Our website may contain links to external sites (e.g., partner institutions, online resources). DPHS is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

8. COPYRIGHT NOTICE
All content on the DPHS website — including text, images, graphics, downloads, and layout — is protected by copyright. Materials may not be reproduced, modified, or redistributed without written permission from the school, unless for personal use related to a child’s enrolment or application process.

For questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact the DPHS School Office at 031 312 2154 or admin@dphs.co.za.