Education Guides & Articles
Expert insights on choosing schools, understanding the education system, and making informed decisions for your child's future.
Curro School Fees 2026: Full Tier Breakdown
Curro Holdings fees in 2026 range from R32,000 at Curro Castle to R150,000+ at Curro Select. See the full tier breakdown for Curro Castle, standard Curro, Curro Select and Meridian schools.
Top School Rugby Schools in South Africa
The traditional Big Five of SA schoolboy rugby plus the strong second tier. By province, what makes a great rugby school, and the path from school to Springbok.
Best Subjects for UCT, Wits and Stellenbosch
Which Grade 10 to 12 subjects keep university doors open at UCT, Wits and Stellenbosch. Subject requirements by faculty, APS scoring, and the Grade 9 decision that matters most.
Best Schools in Pretoria 2026
Top high schools in Pretoria including Pretoria Boys High, Pretoria Girls, Affies, Menlo Park, St Mary's DSG and Cornwall Hill. Plus Centurion and Pretoria North coverage.
Top Schools in East London 2026
Top high schools and primaries in East London including Selborne College, Clarendon Girls High, Stirling, Hudson Park, and Merrifield College. Public and private compared.
Best Schools for Getting Into UCT
Which South African schools send the most students to UCT each year. Westerford, SACS, Bishops, Wynberg, and the strong national feeders, plus what actually drives UCT admission.
Top Schools in Witbank (eMalahleni) 2026
Top high schools in Witbank including Hoerskool Witbank, Hoerskool Hoeveld, and Curro Witbank. Plus primary feeders and the Penryn College alternative in Mbombela.
Top Schools in Benoni 2026
Best high schools in Benoni including Hoerskool Benoni, Benoni High, Pinnacle College Rynfield, Curro Helderwyk, and Discovery International. Public and private options.
Schools in Mossel Bay 2026
Schools in Mossel Bay including Point High School, Hoerskool Punt, Curro Mossel Bay, and the George alternative. Public and private options with fees and contacts.
School Holidays & Term Dates 2026 South Africa
Full 2026 school calendar for public and independent schools. When schools reopen, term dates for Inland and Coastal provinces, public holidays inside terms, and planning tips.
School Admissions Gauteng 2026: GDE Online Step-by-Step
Apply for a Gauteng public school through GDE Online for 2027 entry. Key dates, documents, priority rules, common mistakes and how to track your application.
School Admissions Western Cape 2026: WCED ePortal Guide
Apply for a Western Cape public school through the WCED ePortal for 2027 entry. Dates, documents, feeder zones, the popular-school problem and how to maximise your chances.
Grade R Registration 2026 South Africa
Grade R registration for 2027 entry opens in March and April 2026. Age requirements, provincial admissions, independent waitlists, and what Grade R actually costs.
Public vs Private Schools in South Africa: Honest Comparison
Public vs private schools compared on fees, outcomes, class sizes and admissions. When public is the better choice, when private is, and what the real cost difference buys.
Cheapest Private Schools in Johannesburg 2026
Affordable independent schools in Johannesburg start around R20,000 a year. Fee bands, the trade-offs at the lower tier, and what to check before applying.
Cheapest Private Schools in Cape Town 2026
Cape Town affordable independent schools from R25,000 a year. Why the Southern Suburbs has fewer options, where the affordable independents cluster, and the strong public alternative.
Boarding School Fees in South Africa 2026
Top boarding school fees from R55,000 a year at public schools to R320,000+ at Hilton and Michaelhouse. Weekly vs full boarding, what extras cost, and who boarding actually suits.
Homeschooling Cost in South Africa 2026
Homeschooling in South Africa costs R8,000 to R45,000 a year per child in direct costs. The hidden cost is parent income forgone. How it compares to private school, and who it suits.
School Uniform & Extras Cost in South Africa 2026
School uniforms cost R3,000 to R15,000 in year one. Plus textbooks, sport kit, tech levies, building funds, camps. The real all-in cost is 20-40% above published tuition.
IEB Matric Results 2025 | Top Schools Ranked by Distinctions
2025 IEB NSC results ranked by distinctions per candidate. Find the top IEB schools in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and Pretoria — with pass rates, BDP and full distinction counts.
School Feeder Zones & Catchment Areas: Complete Guide for Parents
Everything parents need to know about school catchment areas in South Africa. Learn priority rankings, work address rules, and how to maximize admission chances.
Complete Guide to School Curriculums in South Africa
NSC, IEB, Cambridge, Montessori - understand the differences and choose the right curriculum for your child.
Top 20 Schools in Gauteng
The highest-performing schools in Gauteng based on pass rates, facilities, and academic excellence.
Top 20 Schools in Western Cape
Western Cape's best schools ranked by academic performance, facilities, and student outcomes.
School Fees in South Africa: Complete Guide
Understand school fees across South Africa, from no-fee schools to premium private institutions.
No-Fee Schools in South Africa: Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about quintile rankings, no-fee schools, and how to apply.
10 Most Beautiful Schools in South Africa
Discover South Africa's most stunning school campuses, from historic architecture to modern facilities.
Where Proteas Are Forged: The Schools Behind SA's 2026 T20 World Cup Squad
We traced the school journey of every member of South Africa's 2026 T20 World Cup squad. From St Stithians to Hilton College, discover which schools produce the country's finest cricketers.