About
Co-educational day and boarding school for Grades 6 to 12 on the KwaZulu-Natal north coast, part of the Crawford International group.
Key facts
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Curriculum
IB PYP
Type
Local school, international programme
- Boarding
- Yes
- Accreditations
- IB
Curriculum and academics
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Curricula, explainedIB PYP
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPNot here
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Sport
Campus and school life
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Facilities
- Boarding
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The essentials
Additional learning support
Describes structured support and clear expectations to promote consistent academic progress.
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Country affiliation
Located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, following the South African national curriculum (CAPS).
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Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Co-ed boarding for Grades 6 to 12 with private rooms, boarder-teacher mentors and an on-campus sickbay.
- Private rooms
- Boarder-teacher mentors
- Sickbay on campus
- Organised shopping trips
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Food options
Boarders are served nutritious, well-balanced meals.
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Governance and ownership
Part of the Schools Division of the Advtech Group, a JSE-listed company.
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Academics
Curriculum
Follows the South African CAPS curriculum, adds the IB framework in early phases, and prepares senior students for IEB exams.
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Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Emphasises character development and values such as empathy, curiosity and mindfulness.
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Parent experience
Community
Boarding emphasises a close campus community and an extended-family style support system.
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Facilities
Facilities overview
Coastal campus with modern facilities, close to King Shaka International Airport.
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Sports facilities
Describes an active and varied sports programme for boarders.
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Extra-curricular activities
Arts and creative
Describes an enriching arts and culture programme for boarders.
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Admissions
Admissions
Applications are submitted through the online STASY portal, with application and enrolment fees paid online.
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Location
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Ushukela Drive, Westbrook, 4399, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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