School Type: Co-Educational

Our educational approach at Dainfern College is embedded in two key concepts: Opportunity and Excellence.

We believe in developing the whole child through the provision of academic, sporting, cultural and technological activities. Our students write the internally well-accepted IEB examination and a strong academic focus exists at the College.

In the sporting and cultural spheres, a number of opportunities exist for students to explore and excel. The pursuit of excellence is our goal. This is achieved through the effects of a passionate, talented staff and superb facilities (including a 450 seat Auditorium).

MOTTO: Celebrate.

VALUES:

• FORTITUDE: Showing courage or perseverance in the face of change and or challenge
• INTEGRITY: Showing evidence of strong moral principles
• SELF DISCIPLINE: Showing evidence of controlled and self-directed behaviour
• HUMANITY: Showing evidence of compassion or benevolence
• ACCOUNTABILITY: Taking total responsibility for one’s choices
• RESPECT: Showing consideration for the status of those in positions of authority, as well as for the feelings and self esteem of other people.

SCHOOL LEADERSHIP:

• College Principal: Mr Stuart West
• Principal Preparatory School: Mr Darrel Webb
• Principal Junior Preparatory School: Mrs Felicity Gower-Jackson

CURRICULUM:

Preparatory School: English, Afrikaans, isiZulu, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts and Culture, Life Orientation, Physical Education, Technology, D & T (Design and Technology), Economic and Management Sciences.

High School: English, Afrikaans, isiZulu, French, Mathematics, Advanced Programme Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, Physical Science, Natural Sciences, Life Sciences, History, Geography, Arts and Culture, Life Orientation, Physical Education, Technology, Design and Technology, Accounting, Business Studies and EMS (Economic and Management Sciences)

SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES: Limited availability in Grade 8 only

EXTRA CLASSES: Yes, in all areas where required

SPECIAL NEEDS FACILITIES: Remedial Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy available.

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Cultural Activities: Drama, Chess, Choir, Marimbas, Orff, Recorders, Photography, Public Speaking, First Aid, Art & Craft Club.

SPORTING ACTIVITIES: Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, Tennis, Golf, Intro-golf, Rugby, Soccer, Hockey, Softball and Netball.

AREAS WHERE THE SCHOOL HAS EXCELLED: Swimming, Cricket, Golf and Music.

School Phase:

• Primary
• Secondary

Lowest Grade: Grade 0
Highest Grade: Grade 12
Boarding: No
Number of Pupils: 1070
Founding Year: 1997
Religious Affiliation: Interdenominational
Lowest Tuition Fees Per Annum: R38568
Highest Tuition Fees Per Annum: R71262
Examinations or Curricula:

• National Senior Certificate (IEB)

Address: Broadacres Drive
Postal Code: 2055
Telephone: 011 469 0635
Fax: 011 469 0885
Website: http://www.dainferncollege.co.za/
Suburb: Dainfern
City/Town: Johannesburg
South African Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa