School Type: Co-Educational

African Leadership Academy was founded in 2004 with the belief that ethical leadership is the key to transforming the African continent.

Founders Fred Swaniker, Chris Bradford, Peter Mombaur, and Acha Leke sought to create an institution that would develop, connect, and support those individuals who will lead the continent toward a peaceful and prosperous future.

Quick Facts about the Academy

• World-class coeducational secondary boarding school in South Africa
• Outstanding students from across Africa and the world
• Two year, intense academic program for 16-19 year old boys and girls
• Entry based solely on merit
• Scholarships available for students with financial need
• Access to the world's finest universities after graduation
• Internationally recognized A-level curriculum
• Emphasis on leadership development, entrepreneurial training, and understanding African issues
• World-renowned international faculty with outstanding credentials and experience
• Average class size of 12
• Initial school size: 100 students
• Target total student body of 250 students; 125 per year
• Academic year: September to June

School Phase:

• Secondary

Lowest Grade: Grade 11
Highest Grade: Grade 12
Boarding: No
Boarding From: Grade 11
Number of Pupils: 182
Founding Year: 2008
Religious Affiliation: Secular
Lowest Tuition Fees Per Annum: R171405
Highest Tuition Fees Per Annum: R171405
Lowest Boarding Fees (inc. Tuition): R171405
Highest Boarding Fees (inc. Tuition): R171405
Examinations or Curricula:

• A Levels

Address: 1050 Printech Avenue
Postal Code: 2070
Telephone: 011 699 3000
Fax: 011 699 3060
Website: http://www.africanleadershipacademy.org
Suburb: Honeydew
City/Town: Johannesburg
South African Province: Gauteng
Country: Namibia