School Type: Boys

Western Province Prep School is a small, family school encouraging boys to discover the world within and explore the world at large. We are therefore committed to:

• promoting academic, cultural and sporting excellence relevant to our changing world and ensuring a balanced involvement in all three
• teaching the Christian faith in an atmosphere of respect for others
• having and valuing exceptional teachers
• creating a secure environment where individuals are dared to develop their uniqueness and are valued for their contribution
• cultivating inquiry and independent thought
• fostering the values of love, compassion and selfless service
• building self-worth
• providing opportunity to lead with confidence and serve with humility
• encouraging courtesy and good manners
• learning from success and failure
• celebrating life and learning

Western Province Preparatory School is proud of its academic standards with an outstanding record of scholarship awards. The school holds the development of sound character as paramount and nurtures not only intellectual development but also spiritual and social growth. Boys are encouraged to look beyond their school boundaries to make a contribution to broader society.

The sporting prowess of the school is well known and the extensive range of cultural activities enjoyed by our boys reflects our belief in a balanced education.

We want our boys to be happy and fulfilled. The pupil support department includes a counsellor and remedial teachers, whilst the mentor system promotes personal and individual communication.

Our boys thrive in a caring, family atmosphere where each has the best possible chance of developing his talents to the full. Today, 90 years after its founding, WPPS continues to build on its reputation as one of the finest schools in the country.

School Phase:

• Pre-Primary
• Primary

Lowest Grade: Grade 00
Highest Grade: Grade 7
Boarding: Yes
Boarding From: Grade 4
Number of Pupils: 456
Founding Year: 1914
Religious Affiliation: Anglican
Lowest Tuition Fees Per Annum (2008): R19000
Highest Tuition Fees Per Annum (2008): R41600
Lowest Boarding Fees (inc. Tuition): R61000
Highest Boarding Fees (inc. Tuition): R64600
Examinations or Curricula:

• General Education and Training (GETC)

Postal Address: 49 Newlands Road, Claremont
Postal Code: 7708
Telephone: 021 761 8074
Fax: 021 762 6120
Website: http://www.wetpups.org.za/
Suburb: Claremont
City/Town: Cape Town
South African Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa