POPIA Policy

Last updated: May 2026

Protection of Personal Information (POPIA) Policy

Little Rascals is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all personal information entrusted to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and process personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (“POPIA”) of South Africa.

By using our website or services, you consent to the collection and processing of information as described in this policy.

1. About Little Rascals

Little Rascals is a preschool, daycare, aftercare, and educational facility based in Secunda, Mpumalanga, South Africa.


Website: littlerascals.net.za

2. Purpose of This Policy

The purpose of this policy is to:

* Protect personal information processed by Little Rascals
* Ensure compliance with POPIA
* Promote transparency regarding how information is handled
  • * Inform parents, guardians, website visitors, staff, and service providers of their rights

3. Personal Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal information:

Parent / Guardian Information

  • * Full names
  • * Contact numbers
  • * Email addresses
  • * Physical addresses
  • * Emergency contact details
  • * Billing information

Child Information

  • * Full names
  • * Date of birth
  • * Medical information voluntarily provided
  • * Allergy or special care information
  • * Educational and developmental information

Website Information

  • * IP addresses
  • * Browser/device information
  • * Website usage analytics
  • * Cookies and tracking data

Staff and Service Provider Information

  • * Identification information
  • * Qualifications and employment details
  • * Banking and payroll information where applicable

4. How We Collect Information

Information may be collected through:

  • * Website contact forms
  • * Enrolment forms
  • * Parent communication
  • * WhatsApp communication
  • * Email correspondence
  • * Social media interactions
  • * Website analytics tools
  • * School management systems

5. Purpose for Processing Information

Personal information is processed for purposes including:

  • * Childcare and educational services
  • * School administration
  • * Communication with parents and guardians
  • * Safety and emergency management
  • * Billing and payment processing
  • * Regulatory compliance
  • * Website analytics and improvement
  • * Marketing and informational communication (where consent is provided)

6. Consent

By providing personal information to Little Rascals, you consent to the collection and processing of such information for lawful and legitimate purposes related to our services.

Consent may be withdrawn at any time in writing, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

7. Sharing of Information

Little Rascals does not sell or trade personal information.

Information may only be shared:

  • * Where legally required
  • * With emergency or medical personnel where necessary
  • * With service providers assisting in school operations
  • * With educational or regulatory authorities where applicable

All third parties are expected to maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable data protection laws.

8. Storage and Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against:

  • * Loss
  • * Unauthorised access
  • * Misuse
  • * Disclosure
  • * Alteration
  • * Destruction

* Security measures may include:

  • * Password-protected systems
  • * Secure cloud storage
  • * Access control measures
  • * Limited staff access to sensitive information

9. Retention of Information

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to:

  • * Fulfil the purpose for which it was collected
  • * Comply with legal obligations
  • * Resolve disputes
  • * Maintain educational or administrative records

10. Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies and third-party analytics tools, including:

  • * Google Analytics
  • * Microsoft Clarity
  • * SEO and website optimisation tools


These tools help us improve website functionality and user experience.


Users may disable cookies in their browser settings if preferred.

11. Your Rights Under POPIA

You have the right to:

  • * Access your personal information
  • * Request correction or updating of information
  • * Request deletion of information where legally permissible
  • * Object to certain processing activities
  • * Withdraw consent
  • * Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa

12. Information Officer

The Information Officer responsible for POPIA compliance at Little Rascals may be contacted through the details below.

13. Contact Details

Little Rascals

📍 Secunda, Mpumalanga, South Africa
📞 071 447 8613
🌐 littlerascals.net.za

14. Policy Updates

Little Rascals reserves the right to update or amend this POPIA Policy at any time. Updated versions will be published on this website.

Continued use of the website and services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.