KZN is famous for its stellar educational institutions and these schools provide the very best foundation for young minds to prepare them for the future.
Umhlanga Pre Primary
Offering a fully integrated programme following the national curriculum as well as sound Christian principles and values, Umhlanga Pre Primary prides itself on its balance of teacher-directed times and time for free play and here, children are allowed to develop through plenty of creativity and exploration. The team of educators at the school consists of highly qualified and passionate teachers who are committed to teaching with warmth and love and every child’s safety and individual needs are top of mind. Following the curriculum laid down by the Department of Education, as per the Foundation Phase CAPS Policy, learners are equipped to move on to Grade One.
Umhlanga College
This top-notch and independent Christian school has a proud history that’s part and parcel of its future vision. Since opening its doors in 2003, the school has gone from strength to strength and today, it’s an educational home to 650 learners ranging from their Play Group to their Pre-School, Foundation and Intermediate phases. What’s more, the new High School, which added extra grades in increments, now allows for learners to also move on to Grade 10.
Reddam House Umhlanga
http://umhlanga.reddamhouse.com
Nestled on the farther reaches of Umhlanga Ridge, Reddam House Umhlanga features co-educational independent schooling with a Christian ethos for children from the age of one all the way to Grade 12-learners. Its unique locations affords it a wonderfully rustic and rural atmosphere and here, kids are able to enjoy being children while at the same time getting a quality education with excellent academic standards. Sports and culture plays a huge role too and the emphasis throughout is on maintaining a balance between all the opportunities. At Reddam, you can rest assured that your children will be nurtured, challenged and focused.
Atholton Primary School (Umhlanga)
www.atholtonschool.co.za
As the only Public School in Umhlanga Rocks, Atholton serves the district from the coastal belt along the Umdloti River in the north, to just north of La Lucia in the south, as well as westward – including Prestondale, Somerset Park and Mount Edgecombe. Dating back to 1912, it has a proud history of educational excellence, while keeping up with the times. Every child’s progress is monitored and promoted and the warm, familial atmosphere is one that both the students and their parents hold dear.
Ashton International College (Ballito)
www.ashtonballito.co.za
Providing English-medium co-educational schooling with a Christian ethos to learners from Grade 0000 – Grade 12, Ashton’s academic, sport and cultural offerings are absolutely stellar and within the family environment offered by this school, traditional morals and values can truly flourish. Each student’s potential is unlocked and the aim is to produce well-balanced adults who are ready for what the future may bring.
Words: Riekie Human | Images: Supplied
