Edit and delete next of kin information

Edit and delete next of kin information

This article explains how to search for, edit, and delete next of kin information in the system. Next of kin records are linked to learners and contain emergency contact details.

My School > System > General > Databases: Next of Kin

How do I edit next of kin information?

  1. Select in the dropdown list the specific particulars you want to search for.

  2. Type in the specific information and click the Search button.

  3. To edit a next of kin, click on the radio button next to the next of kin and click the Edit button.

  4. Make the necessary changes. You can change the next of kin relation by clicking on the dropdown.

  5. Click the Save button. The information will be saved and you will return to the Next of Kin screen.

How do I delete a next of kin?

  1. Click on the radio button next to the next of kin and click the Delete button, or click the red circular button with the white X next to the person's name.

  2. If no learners are linked to the next of kin, you will be asked to confirm the deletion. Click Yes or No.

  3. If there are learners linked to the next of kin, the system will display an error. You must first unlink the learners by editing the learner information before deleting the next of kin.

Frequently asked questions

Why can I not delete a next of kin?

The next of kin has learners linked to them. You must first unlink the learners from the next of kin by editing the learner information before you can delete the next of kin record.

Can I search for a next of kin by any field?

Yes, you can search for any information using the search block. Select the relevant field from the dropdown list and type in the information to search.

How do I change the relationship type of a next of kin?

Edit the next of kin record and use the dropdown to change the Next of Kin Relation field, then click Save.

Last updated: April 2026 | Version 3.0

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