School Type: Co-Educational

The Principal and staff of Cornerstone College are committed to the pursuit of excellence.  We believe in quality, progressive education which aims at the development of responsible young people who are fully equipped for success: academically, physically, spiritually and morally. 

Emphasis is placed on the individuality of each child to develop special talents and abilities, whilst a strongly disciplined environment and firm Christian values provide security and guidance.  The hostel is run on the same basis, producing individuals of excellent calibre and academic performance.

A dedicated team of qualified and experienced teachers ensures high academic standards.  We have achieved a 100% Matric pass rate for the period 1998 to 2006 and 99.3% in 2007.  In 2002, we won a trophy for third position in the Province for our Matric results. The matriculation exemption pass rate is usually about 80%, considerably above both provincial and national levels. 

Spring and winter schools supplement classroom teaching, especially for Matrics.  Supervised homework sessions and extra tuition are provided.  Remedial teaching and consultations with educational psychologists are available if necessary.  Weekly life-skills sessions cover topics such as study methods, AIDS, sexuality and the work ethic.  Attention is also given to entrepreneurial development.  We are committed to and involved in the local community, as well as teaching sensitivity to the environment-with activities such as recycling waste and planting trees.

Mission Statement:  The education of the whole person, in an atmosphere of excellence and integrity, to the glory of God.

School Scripture:  Finally, fill your minds with those things that are good and that deserve praise:  that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely and honourable. Put into practice what you have learnt (Phil 4:8)

Computer Centre:  We have two fully-equipped computer centres with internet access, e-mail, full office and encyclopaedia software, a scanner and colour printer.  We offer Computer Studies as a Matric exam subject, and teach computer literacy to all classes.

Library:  We have a fully-stocked library with a qualified and experienced full-time librarian at hand to assist.  There is also a wide selection of Career Guidance literature available.

Sporting Activities: Soccer, Basketball, Gym and Hockey for both Boys and Girls, Netball, Powerlifting, Drummies, Tennis, Cricket, Volleyball, Softball and Rugby.  We also participate in the schools’ Soccer, Rugby and Basketball leagues.

Cultural Activities:  Action against AIDS Club, Alumni Society, Birdwatching, Board Games, Boys Cabaret Band, Careers and Study Methods, Chess, Choir, Christian Club, Computer Club, Dance, Dance Worship, Christian Hip Hop, Environmental Society, Gumboot Dancing, Homecrafts, Journalist Club, Library, Maths Club, Model Flying Club, Newspaper Club, Outreach Club, Photography, Reading Club, Speech Festival, Wellness Club.  We participate in the schools' Chess league. 

Counselling:  The school has two qualified counsellors for adolescents.  They are available by appointment to help the students with personal problems.  These will be dealt with sensitively and confidentially.  Careers counselling is also available by appointment.

Entry Requirements: Official report, subject counselling and interview.

Cornerstone College will always strive to establish a centre of excellence in education.

School Phase:

• Secondary

Lowest Grade: Grade 8
Highest Grade: Grade 12
Boarding: Yes
Boarding From: Grade 8
Number of Pupils: 794
Founding Year: 1992
Religious Affiliation: Christian
Lowest Tuition Fees Per Annum (2008): R11860
Highest Tuition Fees Per Annum (2008): R11860
Lowest Boarding Fees (inc. Tuition): R30140
Highest Boarding Fees (inc. Tuition): R30140
Examinations or Curricula:

• National Senior Certificate (State)

Postal Address: Private Bag X184, Silverton
Postal Code: 0127
Telephone: 012 804 8350
Fax: 012 804 9170
Website: http://www.corncol.co.za/
Suburb: Silverton
City/Town: Pretoria
South African Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa