Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
120 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
10 |
| Most common nationality |
South African |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1:20 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
No |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Afrikaans |
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
20 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Technology is used from Elementary level |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
No |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
We celebrate all religions and cultures and promote a peaceful community |
| External examinations or assessments available |
We do not offer High School |
| Results in these examinations |
Our children flourish |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Only if the prescribed work has not been completed during classtime |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
Unknown |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
No |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Yes we do |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
We have a 3 day assessment period for Elementary enrolments |
| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
7:30 |
| School finish time |
12:30 for Pre-School
|
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Within reason |
| Uniform required |
A T-shirt |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Ballet
|
| Sports activities included |
Group music, drama and sport |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
We are a small, nurturing boutique school that allows each child to grow at their own pace within a thoughtfully prepared Montessori environment. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Our school follows an authentic Montessori approach, allowing each child to learn at their own pace in a calm, carefully prepared environment. Our directresses guide gently, nurturing independence, confidence, and a natural love of learning through hands-on exploration and real-life activities. |