Data Protection Policy
At Beczel Christian School we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our students, parents, and staff. This Data Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal data.
Scope
This policy applies to all personal data collected, used, or disclosed by Beczel Christian School including:
– Student records
– Parent and guardian information
– Staff and employee data
– Financial information
– Health and medical records
Data Collection
We collect personal data from various sources, including:
– Enrollment applications
– Parent and guardian interactions
– Student records and assessments
– Staff and employee data
– Online forms and submissions
Data Use
We use personal data for the following purposes:
– To provide educational services and support
– To communicate with parents and guardians
– To manage staff and employee data
– To process payments and financial transactions
– To ensure student health and safety
Data Disclosure
We may disclose personal data to third-party service providers, including:
– Educational software and platforms
– Payment processing companies
– Health and medical professionals
– Government agencies and regulatory bodies
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction, in accordance with the requirements of the:
1. Zimbabwe Data Protection Act (2020)
2. International Best Practice.
Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless otherwise required by law, including:
– The Zimbabwe Data Protection Act (2020), which requires that personal data be retained for a minimum period of [insert period]
– The General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679 (where applicable), which requires that personal data be retained for a minimum period of [insert period]
Parent and Guardian Rights
Parents and guardians have the right to:
– Access and review their child’s personal data
– Request corrections or updates to their child’s personal data
– Opt-out of certain data collections or uses
– File a complaint with the Zimbabwe Data Protection Commissioner or the relevant regulatory authority
Staff and Employee Rights
Staff and employees have the right to:
– Access and review their personal data
– Request corrections or updates to their personal data
– Opt-out of certain data collections or uses
Changes to this Policy
We reserve the right to modify this policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please contact us at:
Beczel Christian School
4 Rose Innes
Avondale
Harare
Phone Number: +263781414080
Email Address: admin@beczel.org
Effective Date
This policy is effective as of 1 April 2025
Approval
This policy has been approved by Beczel Christian School Board of Directors.
Review and Revision
This policy will be reviewed and revised as necessary to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including the Zimbabwe Data Protection Act (2020).