A whistleblower has exposed alarming allegations against Herentals College, specifically targeting its Hatfield and Town campuses, sparking outrage among parents and students just as A-level Zimsec exams commence. According to an anonymous source, Herentals College is accused of a series of questionable and potentially unlawful practices that threaten students’ academic futures and exploit parents financially.
The insider revealed that students who have paid their October fees but not their November and December fees are being barred from sitting for crucial A-level exams starting Monday. This policy contradicts the college’s own monthly fee payment rule and has been described as a blatant violation of student rights. Additionally, parents claim they are forced to pay fees for holiday months when students are not attending classes, a practice many view as unfair and exploitative. At the beginning of each term, every student reportedly faces an additional $20 re-registration fee on top of the usual fees, which some parents characterize as a deliberate attempt to fleece them by selectively enforcing government term schedules.
Further compounding concerns, the Town Campus was temporarily closed last month due to unhygienic classroom conditions, despite fees being collected specifically for student and staff welfare. The whistleblower also called for an urgent verification of the Hatfield Campus’s registration status amid suspicions of non-compliance with educational regulations. In response to these issues, parents are organizing a protest scheduled for Friday to express their frustration and demand accountability from the school management.
This scandal casts a harsh spotlight on Herentals College’s governance and financial ethics, raising urgent questions about the future of its students. The community awaits an immediate investigation to protect students’ academic opportunities and ensure transparency.
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