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Independent Schools

Low-fee independent schools ignored
Coronavirus
/ 14 November 2020

Low-fee independent schools ignored

These schools cater for the poorest urban learners but they are battling to keep their doors open.

By Nduvho Ramulongo
Manenberg school highlights public versus private education debate
Article
/ 3 March 2015

Manenberg school highlights public versus private education debate

An independent school in Manenberg had better matric results last year than any state school in the area. But is it a model that should be scaled up?

By Staff Reporter
Growing a thinking school
Article
/ 29 May 2014

Growing a thinking school

A school is more than a place to rest a bag of heavy tomes; it’s an experience that will forge a child’s future.

By Advertorial
A South African school making a world of difference
Article
/ 29 May 2014

A South African school making a world of difference

More than just a school, St Stithians is a village for educational excellence that inspires and gives back to the community.

By Advertorial
Developing global achievers
Article
/ 29 May 2014

Developing global achievers

Three schools working together to deliver values, educational excellence and critical thinking skills to their pupils.

By Advertorial
Private education transforms itself
Article
/ 29 May 2014

Private education transforms itself

Independent schools play a critical role in the provision of education in South Africa with more than half a million learners using private education.

By Advertorial
Mpumalanga’s failing independent schools face closure
Article
/ 6 October 2013

Mpumalanga’s failing independent schools face closure

The education MEC in Mpumalanga has said independent schools in the province face closure if they fail to produce a matric pass rate of at least 50%.

By Sapa
Low-fee and private – but still too pricey
Article
/ 23 August 2013

Low-fee and private – but still too pricey

Cheaper independent schools are out of the poor’s grasp because they can’t afford to lower their fees.

By Thalia Holmes
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Article
/ 20 May 2011

Taking a religious stance

Does religion make a difference to the quality of education: Some heads of school give their views.

By Sponsored Supplement
Debating the gender barrier
Article
/ 20 May 2011

Debating the gender barrier

No simple answer to the single sex vs co-ed question.

By Sponsored Supplement
Spotting trouble
Article
/ 20 May 2011

Spotting trouble

How do you know if the independent school you’re hoping to send your child to is worth the dent in your pocket? This checklist might help.

By Sponsored Supplement
All schools are not equal
Article
/ 20 May 2011

All schools are not equal

Independent education fills the gaps.

By Sponsored Supplement

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