Terms of Service

Last updated: May 25, 2025

Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms", "Terms of Service") carefully before using the SHS Select website (the "Service", "Site") operated by SHS Select ("us", "we", or "our"). Your access to and use of the Service is conditioned on your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service.

By accessing or using the Service you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the terms then you may not access the Service.

1. Use of Service

SHS Select provides a platform for users to search for, filter, and gather information about Senior High Schools in Ghana, their programmes, locations, and other relevant details. The Service is intended for personal, non-commercial use to aid in the school selection process.

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of, restrict or inhibit anyone else's use and enjoyment of the Service. Prohibited behavior includes harassing or causing distress or inconvenience to any other user, transmitting obscene or offensive content, or disrupting the normal flow of dialogue within our Service.

You must not misuse our Service by knowingly introducing viruses, trojans, worms, logic bombs or other material which is malicious or technologically harmful. You must not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our Site, the server on which our Site is stored or any server, computer or database connected to our Site.

2. Intellectual Property

The Service and its original content (excluding content provided by users or sourced from public domains with attribution), features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of SHS Select and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws of both Ghana and foreign countries.

Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without the prior written consent of SHS Select. You are granted a limited license only for purposes of viewing the material contained on this Site.

3. Accuracy of Information and Disclaimer

The information provided by SHS Select on this Site is for general informational and guidance purposes only. While we strive to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability with respect to the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website for any purpose. Information may be subject to change without notice, and we are not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for the results obtained from the use of this information. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.

SHS Select is an informational tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or a substitute for the official Ghana Education Service (GES) or the Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS). All final school selection decisions and processes must be made in accordance with GES guidelines and through official GES/CSSPS channels. We are not responsible for the outcome of any school application or placement decision, nor for any discrepancies between information on our Site and official sources. Users are solely responsible for verifying all information with official sources (e.g., GES, specific schools) before making any decisions or taking any actions based on the information found on this Service.

We do not guarantee that the information provided will always be current, complete, or error-free. The data on schools, programmes, and other details are often sourced from publicly available information and may not always reflect the most current status. It is your responsibility to verify any information with the respective schools or official sources before making any decisions.

4. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall SHS Select, nor any of its officers, directors, employees, or agents, be liable to you for anything arising out of or in any way connected with your use of this Service or reliance on its content. This includes, but is not limited to, any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, whether such liability is under contract, tort, warranty, negligence or otherwise, even if SHS Select has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

This limitation of liability applies whether the alleged liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other basis, even if SHS Select has been advised of the possibility of such damage. Specifically, we are not liable for any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in the content provided; any decisions made or actions taken by you in reliance on the content; any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from our Service; any bugs, viruses, trojan horses, or the like that may be transmitted to or through our Service by any third party; or any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of any content posted, emailed, transmitted, or otherwise made available via the Service. If you are dissatisfied with the Service, your sole remedy is to discontinue use of the Service.

5. Links To Other Web Sites

Our Service may contain links to third-party web sites or services that are not owned or controlled by SHS Select (e.g., links to school websites, GES, Google Maps).

SHS Select has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party web sites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that SHS Select shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with use of or reliance on any such content, goods or services available on or through any such web sites or services.

We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party web sites or services that you visit.

6. User Conduct and Responsibilities

You are responsible for your own conduct while using the Service and for any consequences thereof. You agree to use the Service only for purposes that are legal, proper and in accordance with these Terms.

You are responsible for making your own inquiries and for satisfying yourself as to the suitability of any school or programme found through the Service.

7. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms.

All provisions of the Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination, including, without limitation, ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity and limitations of liability.

8. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of Ghana, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions of these Terms will remain in effect.

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material we will try to provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

By continuing to access or use our Service after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms. If you do not agree to the new terms, please stop using the Service.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at: [email protected]