School Type: Co-Educational

St Nicholas is an Independent Anglican School for boys and girls from Pre-Primary to Grade 9. Its aim is to be a relevant South African School which offers excellent education and provides a secure and caring environment where learners are given the opportunity to realise their potential. At St Nicholas, the needs of the whole child are catered for – intellectual, emotional, physical, cultural and, most importantly, spiritual.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMME

The school caters for learners from pre-Primary to Grade 9. The medium of instruction is English, and the academic programme is based on an integrated approach. All learning areas are well provided for, with small classes and a central location allowing for extension activities and outings based on classroom themes.

An up-to-date media centre offers access to information through the medium of a well stocked library and technology centre. Environmental and Social Responsibility education are included in the curriculum, and fostered through school outreach projects.

THE SPIRITUAL DIMENSION

At the heart of St Nicholas is its Christian faith, which is reflected in its Anglican ethos. The school chapel is used extensively by staff and learners. A holistic approach nurtures the emotional and spiritual well-being of every child.

SPORT

Although it is a young school, it offers a wide variety of sporting codes including basketball, soccer, netball, cricket, hockey, rugby, squash, athletics and swimming. The sporting facilities are extensive and well maintained. Physical Education is also part of the curriculum and the values of good sportsmanship and co-operation are fostered.

CULTURAL ACTIVITIES

St Nicholas has an excellent reputation for cultural activities, which include music, choirs, a steel drum band, dance, art and drama. Additional activities like keyboard lessons, ballet, judo and chess are also available to learners.

BOARDING

Boarding for boys and girls from Gr 1 to 9 on a full-time or weekly basis is offered. Boarders are cared for by committed staff, in secure surroundings, and the needs of the children are given priority.

AFTER-CARE FACILITIES

These are offered free to all day scholars until 5.00pm. The surroundings are safe and well equipped. In the Foundation Phase, supervision of homework by experienced teachers is included.

School Phase:

• Primary
• Secondary

Lowest Grade: Grade 0
Highest Grade: Grade 9
Boarding: Yes
Boarding From: Grade 1
Number of Pupils: 600
Founding Year: 1990
Religious Affiliation: Anglican
Lowest Tuition Fees Per Annum (2008): R9000
Highest Tuition Fees Per Annum (2008): R15500
Lowest Boarding Fees (inc. Tuition): R24000
Highest Boarding Fees (inc. Tuition): R35500
Examinations or Curricula:

• General Education and Training (GETC)
• National Senior Certificate (IEB)

Postal Address: PO Box 3310, Pietermaritzburg
Postal Code: 3200
Telephone: 033 345 1566
Fax: 033 342 0077
Website: http://www.stnicholas.co.za/
Suburb: Pietermaritzburg
City/Town: Pietermaritzburg
South African Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Country: South Africa