Preparatory
From Girls with Dreams to Women with Purpose
Academics
Curriculum: CAPS Curriculum
Class Structure: 4 classes per grade, with a Learnership Programme across 5 grades.
Subjects:
- English HL, Afrikaans 1st AL, isiXhosa 2nd AL
- Mathematics
- Physical Education
- Music
- Technology
- Drama
- Art
- Library
Sport
Vibrant, fun environment teaching perseverance and teamwork.
- Swimming
- Ball Skills
- Cross Country
- Biathle
- Netball
- Tennis
- Hockey
Cultural activities
Encourages creativity and talent exploration.
- Chess
- Computer Club
- Choir
- Percussion & Marimba Band
- Grade 2 Class Recorder
- Drama Club
- Piano & Violin Lessons
- External Private Extra Murals
Facilities
Astroturf
Water-based astroturf with grandstand facilities.
Indoor & Outdoor Pools
Shallow outdoor pool + heated 25m indoor pool.
Netball Courts
2 courts for training and matches.
Music Room
Multifunctional for class singing, individual/group lessons.
IT Lab
Introductory coding and digital literacy using iPads and computers.
Aftercare Centre
Homework support + home-cooked meals.
Dramary
Combined drama + library space for creativity.
Playgrounds
3 zones supporting motor skills + problem-solving.
Art Centre
Creative design space with diverse materials.
Academic Support
Tailored assistance for learning barriers.
Neuronet
Grade R readiness programme (reading, maths, handwriting).
Admissions Information
Applications Open
Grade RR: Applications open the year your child turns 3.
Grade R-3: Applications open annually in January.
Submission
Applications & documents to be handed to the school office by hand.
Grade RR & R: 5 March 2026
Grades 1–3: 25 June 2026
Confirmation of acceptance
Successful applicants receive an acceptance letter.
Place is secured with a refundable deposit.
SENIOR MANAGEMENT STAFF
Mrs L Wrede
Principal
Mrs M Elsdon
Department Head
Mrs B Price
Department Head
ADMIN TEAM
Mrs B van der Merwe
PA to Principal
Mrs L Frueholz
Reception
Mrs C Barlett
Bursar
Mrs S Clough
Finance
GRADE RR TEAM
Mrs B Breckle
Grade Head RRR
Mrs D Connellan
RRB
Mrs Paula Kumm
RRG
Mrs N Semente
RRY
GRADE R TEAM
Mrs B Price
Grade Head / RP
Miss K Grenfell
RG
Mrs H Gonneau
RH
Mrs C Williams
RW
GRADE 1 TEAM
Mrs R Rothmann
Grade Head / 1R
Mrs A Beckett
1A
Mrs M Buys
1B
Mrs L Naude
1N
GRADE 2 TEAM
Mrs K Browning
Grade Head / 2B
Mrs S Hall
2H
Mrs L Jonkers
2J
Mrs L Richter
2R
GRADE 3 TEAM
Mrs M Elsdon
Grade Head / 3E
Mrs K Beltrame
3B
Mrs B Fismer
3F
Mrs J van Zuydam
3V
ISIXHOSA TEAM
Miss L Mbeleki
Mrs Z Seifert
EDUCATION SUPPORT TEAM
Mrs C Swemmer
Mrs N van der Holst
SPECIALIST TEAM
Mrs H Geduld
Music
Mrs N van der Holst
Music
Mrs A Ranger
Head of Sport
Mrs J Scheel
Head of ICT
Mrs G Stockenstrom
Drama
Mrs B Maker
Librarian
Miss E Blane
Art
