Education and Schools in Johannesburg
Johannesburg has a great many government-run public schools of varying quality, independent private schools and international schools. Private tuition can be expensive – up to R90 000 per annum – but the standard of education is on a par with the highest international standards.
Some government schools such as King Edwards’ School and Park Town Boys, both close to the city centre, remain excellent, but regrettably these are the exception. Top private schools include St Stithians College and St Johns College for Boys, and St Mary’s and Brescia House for Girls.
The American International School of Johannesburg, Charterhouse School and Horizon International High School offer international curricula.
The school year begins in mid January and runs to early December, with vacations over Easter, June, September and December.
Some government schools such as King Edwards’ School and Park Town Boys, both close to the city centre, remain excellent, but regrettably these are the exception. Top private schools include St Stithians College and St Johns College for Boys, and St Mary’s and Brescia House for Girls.
The American International School of Johannesburg, Charterhouse School and Horizon International High School offer international curricula.
The school year begins in mid January and runs to early December, with vacations over Easter, June, September and December.
You should apply far in advance of moving to Johannesburg in order to place your child at your preferred school.
