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Eastern Cape Education Department to Deregister Bergview College

The Eastern Cape Department of Education has issued a notice with the intention to deregister Bergview College, an independent school located in the Alfred Nzo West Education District.

One of the conditions for the registration of independent schools is that they must provide a safe and secure schooling environment. The rape case involving a 7-year old learner at the school and the current investigation and the handling of the matter by Bergivew College has violated the conditions regarding the safety of learners. A rape case was opened in October 2024 and to this date the matter has not yet made progress. The delays are attributed to the school management. The Department is concerned with the conduct of the school principal in relation to his apparent refusal to cooperate with the South African Police Service (SAPS).

The Department views the case in a serious light and has sought to take action in the interest of all learners at the school. The Department has therefore taken a decision to withdraw the registration of Bergview College as a school in the province. The Department officials visited the school this morning to delivered the letter. The school representatives received the letter and signed to acknowledge receipt.

This decision becomes effective within twenty-four (24) hours. The department will commence the process of placing the learners from Bergview College in other schools in the area.

The Department remains committed to the safety and well-being of learners in all schools. The Department will work with all stakeholders to ensure that the safety of children becomes priority.

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