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Protect their future – whatever happens.

PPS Education Cover™ helps fund your child’s education – from pre-school through to tertiary – if you pass away, become disabled or suffer a severe illness.

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What it covers

What your cover provides and pays out.
Tuition fees paid directly to institutions

PPS pays the actual tuition fees as an annual lump sum to the school or tertiary institution, up to specified limits.

Education from pre-school to tertiary

Your child can be covered from early education through to university.

Necessities benefit

Annual allowance to fund uniforms, textbooks and stationery.

Tertiary residential support

Annual lump sum to help cover accommodation costs during tertiary studies.

Career support benefit

A once-off payment in Grade 11 to assist with career counselling.

Important to know
Cover activates on defined events

Benefits are paid in the event of your disability, severe illness or death.

Payments are subject to maximum limits

Tuition and benefit payouts are capped based on PPS-defined limits.

Institution eligibility applies

Tertiary education must be at PPS-listed local or international institutions.

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Take control of your child’s future education needs.

As a graduate, you want peace of mind that your children will receive the same level of education as you or higher.

Optional ways to enhance your cover

Enhance your protection with optional benefits designed to support your family, profession and long-term financial well-being.

Extra benefit

Annual lump sum for additional costs such as extra classes, extramurals, aftercare, transport and technology.

School Trips benefit

Covers the cost of school trips and camps, paid directly to the institution.

Matric benefit

Once-off lump sum to cover matric-related expenses or first-year tertiary setup.

My First Car benefit

Once-off lump sum to assist with the purchase of a vehicle.

Illustration of how the PPS Education Cover claims process works
How it works
1. You take out Education Cover
Choose cover based on your child’s education needs.
2. A qualifying event occurs
Cover activates if you pass away, become disabled or suffer a severe illness.
3. PPS pays the benefits
Tuition fees and allowances are paid annually, based on the selected cover.
4. Your child continues their education
Funds are paid directly to institutions or as defined allowances.
What makes PPS different

Your cover can deliver long-term value

As a PPS member, you may receive annual allocations to a PPS Profit-Share Account™, based on the performance of the PPS Group – whether you claim or not.

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Why PPS for Education Cover

Supports your child’s full education journey

From pre-school through to tertiary education.

Flexible education options

Covers schooling locally or internationally at approved institutions.

More than just tuition

Includes support for everyday education costs and additional needs.

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Find the answers you are looking for

We have answered some of the most common questions to help you better understand this solution and make informed decisions with confidence.

Are tertiary institutions restricted?

Yes. Tertiary education must take place at a recognised local or international institution. Local institutions must be appropriately registered with the relevant educational authorities.

Are there limits to payouts?

Yes. All benefits, including tuition and allowances, are subject to PPS-defined maximum limits and terms and conditions.

What additional benefits can I include?

You can enhance your cover with optional benefits such as:

  • Pre-school benefit
  • Extra benefit (for additional costs such as extramurals or transport)
  • School Trips benefit
  • Matric benefit
  • My First Car benefit

These are subject to selected options and defined limits.

What education costs are covered?

The cover includes tuition fees paid directly to the institution, as well as allowances for necessities such as uniforms, textbooks and stationery. It can also include support for accommodation during tertiary education.

What events trigger Education Cover?

Education Cover pays benefits if you pass away, become permanently disabled or suffer a severe illness, depending on your PPS cover structure.

Already a member? Submit an Education Cover claim.

PPS handles every claim with care. Our team will guide your beneficiaries through each step.

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Make sure their education continues – no matter what.

Check if you qualify or speak to a PPS-accredited financial adviser today.

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