High Schools in Cape Town

They are a multi-campus independent school group combining a Montessori-inspired foundation in the early and junior years with IEB, Cambridge International and Sí senior pathways. Available phases and pathways differ by campus.

Fees

See the relevant campus's current fee structure

School type

Independent multi-campus school group · Co-ed

Available age stages, senior pathways and fees differ by campus; confirm the right campus directly.

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are a Curro campus spanning preschool, primary and high school. The preschool uses play-based early learning, the primary school follows CAPS and the high school prepares learners for the IEB matric examination.

Fees

See the current phase-specific fee letters

Aftercare

Preschool full day until 5:30pm · primary aftercare until 3:30pm or 5:30pm

Hours

Preschool 8–5:30pm · primary and high school hours vary by phase

They are a Curro school spanning preschool, primary and high school across nearby Durbanville campuses. The primary school follows CAPS and the high school prepares learners for the IEB matric examination.

Fees

See the current phase-specific fee letters

School type

Independent · Curro · Co-ed

The preschool and primary school are in Sonstraal Heights; the high school is at Groot Phesantekraal.

Hours

Hours vary by phase · preschool half day until 12:45pm and full day until 6pm

They are a Curro campus with preschool, primary and a growing high school. The primary school follows CAPS, while the high school follows an enhanced curriculum leading to the IEB matric examination.

Fees

See the current phase-specific fee letters

Aftercare

Primary aftercare until 6pm

The high school is expanding by one grade a year, with Grade 11 planned for 2027.

Hours

Preschool 8–6pm · primary and high school hours vary by phase

They are a Curro campus spanning preschool, primary and high school. Learners progress from play-based early learning to CAPS through Grade 12 and the National Senior Certificate.

Fees

See the current phase-specific fee letters

Aftercare

Primary aftercare until 6pm

Hours

Preschool 8–6pm · primary and high school hours vary by phase

They are an assisted-learning Curro primary and high school offering smaller classes and additional support for learners who benefit from a more individualised environment.

Fees

See the current primary and high school fee letters

Aftercare

Primary school until 6pm

Hours

Starts 7:50am · end times vary by grade from 1–2:15pm; earlier on Fridays

They are a technology-focused Curro high school using the DigiEd approach, with teachers guiding learners through project-based work in a digitally supported environment.

Fees

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School type

Independent · Curro DigiEd · Co-ed

Hours

Mon & Fri 7:30–2:30pm · Tue–Thu 7:30–3:20pm

They are a technology-focused Curro high school using the DigiEd approach, with teachers guiding learners through project-based work in a digitally supported environment.

Fees

See the current fee letter

School type

Independent · Curro DigiEd · Co-ed

Hours

Mon–Fri 7:45–3:20pm

They are a Curro campus spanning preschool, primary and high school. The preschool accepts babies, the primary school follows CAPS and the high school prepares learners for the IEB matric examination.

Fees

See the current phase-specific fee letters

Aftercare

Primary aftercare until 6pm

Hours

Preschool half day until 12:30pm and full day until 5:30pm · primary and high school hours vary by phase

They are a co-educational Reddam House school spanning early learning to Grade 12. The early learning programme is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach and the senior school prepares learners for the IEB matric examination.

Fees

See the current fee schedule

School type

Independent · Reddam · Co-ed

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are a co-educational Reddam House school spanning early learning to Grade 12. The early learning programme is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach and the senior school prepares learners for the IEB matric examination.

Fees

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School type

Independent · Reddam · Co-ed

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are a co-educational Reddam House school spanning early learning to Grade 12. The early learning programme is inspired by Reggio Emilia, with IEB and Cambridge pathways in the senior years.

Fees

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School type

Independent · Reddam · Co-ed

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are an all-through Waldorf school offering Playgroup, Kindergarten, Primary and High School. The admissions process includes a school tour and opportunities for the family and school to assess fit.

School type

Independent · Co-ed

Admissions

Apply directly; applications are welcomed throughout the year

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They offer a continuous Waldorf journey from Playgroup through Class 13, using developmentally staged, experiential and arts-rich learning before the National Senior Certificate year.

Fees

See the current fee sheet

Aftercare

Yes · apply separately

School tours are offered at 9am on Tuesdays and Thursdays during term; booking is required.

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They offer a co-educational American curriculum from early childhood to Grade 12, with US academic standards, a US high-school diploma and Advanced Placement courses including AP Capstone.

Fees

See the current tuition schedule

School type

Independent international · Co-ed

The school follows a northern-hemisphere academic calendar from August to June.

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They offer an independent Anglican education for girls from Grade 000 to Grade 12, with playful, developmentally appropriate early learning and an IEB pathway through the senior school.

Fees

See the 2026 fee schedule

Aftercare

Yes · Prep School only; separate fees apply

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They offer an independent Anglican education for boys across the Pre-Prep, Prep and College, combining the national curriculum and NSC with selected Cambridge opportunities in the senior years.

Fees

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School type

Independent Anglican · Boys

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They offer an independent Anglican education for girls from Grade 000 to Grade 12, with IEB and Cambridge A Level pathways available in the senior school.

Fees

See the 2026 fee schedule

Aftercare

Pre-Prep until 3pm or 5pm

Hours

Pre-Prep starts 7:45–8:15am and ends 12:30–12:45pm, depending on grade · other phases vary

They offer an independent Catholic education for girls from Nursery to Grade 12, combining play-based early learning with a CAPS and NSC pathway enriched by project-based learning and STEAM.

Fees

R80 218.20–R115 159/year (2026), depending on grade · building levy and extras apply

Aftercare

Preschool until 5:30pm

The Junior and Senior schools have separate reception contacts.

Hours

Preschool Mon–Fri: Nursery and Pre-Reception 8:30–12:30pm; Reception 8:15–1pm · other phases vary

They are a small co-educational independent school spanning pre-primary, primary and high school. Entry is subject to space, interview and a placement assessment.

Aftercare

Grade RR–6 until 5:30pm; holiday care offered

School type

Independent · Christian · Co-ed

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are an all-through independent school with separate pre-primary, junior preparatory, senior preparatory and secondary faculties across Table View and Sandown campuses.

School type

Independent · Co-ed

Suitable ages

From 12 months

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are an independent Waldorf school offering Playgroup and Kindergarten through Primary and High School, with the NSC written in the thirteenth school year.

School type

Independent · Co-ed

Suitable ages

From 3 years

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are an all-through Montessori school combining AMI-informed Montessori practice with a Cambridge International pathway, outdoor learning, sport, culture and service.

Aftercare

Yes

School type

Independent · Montessori · Co-ed

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are a public boys' high school following CAPS and the NSC, with optional Cambridge GCSE, AS and A-level subjects available to qualifying learners.

School type

Public fee-paying · Boys

Admissions

Apply through WCED online admissions

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They offer an English-medium public high-school education for boys, combining CAPS and the National Senior Certificate with a broad programme across academics, sport, culture and service.

Fees

See the 2026 fee schedule

School type

Public fee-paying · Boys

Hours

Register 7:55am; Wednesday start 8:45am · school ends 3pm and 12:35pm on Fridays

They offer an English-medium public high-school education for boys, with a holistic programme across academics, sport, culture, leadership and service.

Fees

See the current fee schedule

School type

Public fee-paying · Boys

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They offer a public high-school education for girls, with a values-based programme spanning academics, culture, service, sport, communication and sustainability.

Fees

See the current fee schedule

School type

Public fee-paying · Girls

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are a co-educational public high school with a pupil-centred academic programme, compulsory sport and a broad cultural offering.

Fees

R62 800/year (2026)

School type

Public fee-paying · Co-ed

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are a public high school focused on girls' education, with academics, sport, culture, service and leadership programmes.

School type

Public fee-paying · Girls

Admissions

Apply through WCED online admissions

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are an English-medium co-educational public high school offering CAPS and a broad range of academic, cultural, sporting and support programmes.

Fees

R37 800/year (2026)

School type

Public fee-paying · Co-ed

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are a co-educational public high school with a wide academic subject offering, sport and cultural activities.

Fees

R45 900/year (2026)

School type

Public fee-paying · Co-ed

Hours

Mon–Thu 7:45–2:40pm · Fri 7:45–1:15pm

They are a co-educational public high school with a Mathematics and Science focus. The school's admissions policy considers academic aptitude and participation in school life.

School type

Public · Co-ed

Admissions

Apply through WCED online admissions

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are a diverse co-educational public high school offering a broad programme across academics, sport, culture and service.

School type

Public fee-paying · Co-ed

Admissions

Apply through WCED online admissions

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are a co-educational public high school with a strong academic focus and a broad range of CAPS subjects through to the NSC.

Fees

R16 800/year (2026)

School type

Public fee-paying · Co-ed

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.

They are an all-through independent school whose Reggio Emilia-inspired pre-preparatory phase uses inquiry, provocations and flexible, nature-filled learning spaces. Its preparatory and secondary phases continue with inquiry-led learning.

School type

Independent · Reggio Emilia-inspired pre-prep · Co-ed

Admissions

Apply directly through the school's admissions process

Hours

Current school hours are not listed; check directly before visiting.