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Instructs in English, German

Fees NAD 3,600

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Delta Secondary School Windhoek is a government secondary school in Windhoek, Namibia, located at Hidipo Hamutenya Street and Bevil Rudd Street. The school delivers a bespoke curriculum alongside Cambridge International AS Levels, preparing students for regional assessments. Instruction is offered in German and English; in Grade 8 German is introduced as an additional language, with learners new to German studying it at foundation level as German as a foreign language. The school currently offers only German and English as languages. Delta is a PASCH network member since 2009, promoting German language and culture through its long-standing history as Deutsche Oberschule Windhoek. It collaborates with Delta Verein Windhoek, Delta School Windhoek and AGDS, and Projekt Lilie supports language education and cultural projects. The school emphasizes mathematics and the sciences and regularly places in the top ten in the Khomas region and nationwide in NSSC examinations at Higher and Ordinary levels nationwide.

Location

Windhoek, Namibia. The school is a government secondary school administered through the Delta Verein Windhoek (DVW) network, together with Delta School Windhoek (DSW) and Delta Kindergarten. It collaborates with the Association of German School Societies in Namibia (AGDS).

Stages

Grade 8 to Grade 12 (secondary level)

Type

Government (public) secondary school

Country affiliation

Namibia

Application fees

- A non-refundable administration fee of N$ 10.00 is payable on submission of a new-student application.

Tuition fees by school year / grade

- There are no official per-grade tuition charges. Instead, the school requests a voluntary annual contribution of N$ 3,600.00 per child; this contribution is payable in monthly installments.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The expected annual contribution (N$ 3,600.00) is payable in monthly installments.
- Hostel fees are payable at the beginning of each term; payment plans are available upon request. Late payments incur a 5% monthly penalty.
- Daycare (after-school Hort) fees are payable in advance, collected over eleven months per year; the Hort requires one month's written notice for termination. Cash payments may be made at the school secretariat and bank-deposit options are used for Hort payments.

Boarding / Hostel fees (where applicable)

- Term fee (paid to the Ministry of Education): N$ 3,406.00 per term.
- Hostel maintenance: N$ 800.00 per term.
- Activity fee (weekend/recreational programs): N$ 300.00 per term.
- Total hostel charge per term: N$ 4,506.00.
- Hostel fees must be paid before the start of term; bank deposit details and payment plans are available through the hostel office; receipts should be retained and presented as required. Late payments attract a 5% monthly fee. Contact details for hostel enquiries are provided by the school.

Other costs and regular extras

- Sport uniform: school sport uniform is ordered and paid for at the school office/secretary.
- Stationery and personal supplies: parents are responsible for books, stationery and specific subject equipment; the school publishes stationery lists for each grade and offers optional school-supplied items where available.
- Daycare (Hort) monthly charges: N$ 800.00 for the first child per month; N$ 600.00 per month for the second and each subsequent child (payments structured across eleven months).

Refund information

- The N$ 10.00 application/administration fee is non-refundable.
- Daycare/Hort enrollment requires one month's written notice for termination; fees are collected in advance and account adjustments follow that policy. Hostel fees are charged per term and must be paid before term start; late-payment penalties apply. (Specific refund procedures for other fees are handled through the school's finance office.)

Fee payment options and practical details

- Accepted payment methods include bank deposits (bank details provided for specific funds such as the Hort or hostel), and cash payments at the school secretary/finance office. Payment plans are available on request for hostel fees. Receipts must be retained and presented when required.
- For billing and finance enquiries, use the school finance contacts provided by the school's administration.

Curriculum

Delta Secondary School Windhoek teaches in German and English. In grade 8, German is taught as an additional language; learners who haven't studied German before learn it at foundation level as German as a foreign language. The school currently offers only German and English as languages. AS levels are offered under the new curriculum. The school emphasizes mathematics and sciences and regularly achieves top-ten positions regionally within Khomas and country-wide in the National Senior Secondary Certificate (NSSC) examinations at Higher and Ordinary levels. The school is a PASCH network member since 2009 to promote German language and culture.

Exam Results

Top-ten positions regionally within Khomas and country-wide in NSSC examinations at Higher and Ordinary levels. The Ministry of Education Arts and Culture selected the school to offer AS levels in the new curriculum.

History

Delta Secondary School Windhoek (DSSW) is a government school in Windhoek, Namibia. It was previously known as Deutsche Oberschule Windhoek. It is administered through the Delta Verein Windhoek (DVW) together with Delta School Windhoek (DSW) and Delta Kindergarten. DSSW collaborates with the Association of German School Societies in Namibia (AGDS), and in 2007 Projekt Lilie was opened under the motto "Die Zukunft Beginnt im Klassenzimmer" to support education and promote German language and culture. Since 2009, DSSW has been a member of the PASCH network.

Community

Welcome to the Delta Family! The school is administered through the Delta Verein Windhoek (DVW) together with Delta School Windhoek (DSW) and Delta Kindergarten, reinforcing the Delta community. It collaborates with the Association of German School Societies in Namibia (AGDS) and is a member of the PASCH network since 2009 to promote German language and culture. The school prides itself on high academic performance in mathematics and sciences, regularly achieving top-ten positions in the Khomas region and nationwide in the National Senior Secondary Certificate examinations, and offers AS levels in the new curriculum.

Academic & Intellectual

Debating; History Society; Chess Club; Newspaper Committee; Photography and Media; Library Prefects and Bookroom Helpers

Arts & Creative

Drama Club; Photography and Media; Art Excursions; Art Battle

Cultural & Language

German Reading (Reading Is Fun – Lesen Macht Spaß); Bible Studies

Social & Hobbies

Newspaper Committee; Tuckshop Committee; Environmental Club; Chess Club; Drama Club; Dungeons and Dragons; Learner Fundraising Committee; Learners Help Learners; Cheerleading and Team Leaders

Community & Service

Peer Support Group (Blood Donation); Dragon Boat (Fundraising Event)

Leadership & Professional

Library Prefects and Bookroom Helpers; Cheerleading and Team Leaders; Learner Fundraising Committee; Learners Help Learners

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Spirit Week and Athletics; Bible Studies

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Deutsche Höhere Privatschule Windhoek (DHPS)

Instructs in German, English

Ages 0 - 18 years

Fees NAD 15,500 - 165,700

Pupils 1000

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Deutsche Höhere Privatschule Windhoek (DHPS) is a private, co‑educational German‑Namibian school located at 11-15 Church Street, Windhoek. It serves learners from 0 to 18 and operates a KMK‑approved curriculum grounded in German educational standards, complemented by Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels. Pupils can pursue the German International Abitur (DIA) or the Cambridge Certificate, and the Deutsches Sprachdiplom (DSD) is offered as a language credential. The school emphasises multilingualism and cultural exchange, with languages including German, English, French, Afrikaans, and several Southern African languages. DHPS has existed for more than a century and is run by the Deutscher Schulverein Windhoek, a German School Abroad with a dual system supported by Germany. Facilities include modern classrooms, a well‑stocked library, creative workshops and extensive sports spaces. Extra‑curricular activities cover music (brass band and choir), social projects, and leadership opportunities such as the Learners' Representative Council and Interact Club.

Location

Windhoek, Namibia. The school sits on very spacious grounds in Windhoek and hosts learners from more than 20 nations.

Stages

Kindergarten, pre-school, primary school, and secondary school.

Type

Private, co-educational school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

More than 20 nationalities represented.

Additional learning support

DHPS Support Centre.

Country affiliation

Germany.

Annual tuition — Regular and Expatriate (per annum and per 10 equal monthly installments)
- Grade 1–4: NAD 70,100 per year — installment (10 equal payments): NAD 7,010.
- Grade 5–6: NAD 73,800 per year — installment (10 equal payments): NAD 7,380.
- Grade 7–9: NAD 81,700 per year — installment (10 equal payments): NAD 8,170.
- Grade 10–12: NAD 95,100 per year — installment (10 equal payments): NAD 9,510. Note: Grade 12 learners may alternatively be billed in nine equal installments (January–September) as offered in the school's payment options.

- Expatriate / employer-funded tariff (per annum and per 10 equal payments):
- Grade 1–4: NAD 122,800 per year — installment (10): NAD 12,280.
- Grade 5–6: NAD 128,200 per year — installment (10): NAD 12,820.
- Grade 7–9: NAD 133,100 per year — installment (10): NAD 13,310.
- Grade 10–12: NAD 165,700 per year — installment (10): NAD 16,570.

Early-years / Kinder-Campus (per annum and per 10 equal payments)
- Ages 3–18 months, 5x weekly (06:45–13:30): NAD 59,000 per year — installment (10): NAD 5,900.
- Ages 3–18 months, 5x weekly (06:45–17:00): NAD 80,300 per year — installment (10): NAD 8,030.
- Ages 18 months–6 years, 5x weekly (06:45–13:30) including meals: NAD 58,600 per year — installment (10): NAD 5,860.
- Ages 18 months–6 years, 5x weekly (06:45–17:00) including meals: NAD 79,900 per year — installment (10): NAD 7,990.

Child & Youth Centre (from Grade 1) — per annum and per 10 equal payments
- 5x weekly (until 17:30) including meals: NAD 33,400 per year — installment (10): NAD 3,340.
- 5x weekly (until 14:00) including meals: NAD 15,500 per year — installment (10): NAD 1,550.

Boarding (Internat)
- Boarding (Grades 1–12): NAD 91,300 per year — installment (10): NAD 9,130.
- Boarding deposit (payable on admission; refundable after written notice subject to the school's conditions): NAD 2,000.
- Optional laundry service (annual): NAD 3,400.
- Guest learner (boarding) per night: NAD 1,350.
- Guest learner (boarding) per month (if stay exceeds one month): NAD 17,400.

One-off, registration and additional fees
- General registration / processing fee (payable on registration; non-refundable): NAD 500.
- Admission fee (Group A, B, C) — payable immediately after successful admission; non-refundable: NAD 5,000.
- Guest-learner registration fee (payable at admission; non-refundable): NAD 1,000.
- Deposit for teaching materials (guest learners): NAD 5,000.
- Fees for remedial lessons (dyslexia/dyskalkulia), per child annually: NAD 10,000.
- Late-payment / reminder fee (Mahngebühr): NAD 500.
- Membership (annual) for school association (required at enrolment):
- Single parent membership: NAD 400.
- Both parents membership: NAD 500.
- Voluntary single membership: NAD 500.
- Voluntary double membership: NAD 600.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard billing options: (a) ten (10) equal monthly installments, January to October; (b) nine (9) equal installments, January to September (option for Grade 12); or (c) annual payment in advance (payable by end of February).
- Parents who are non-resident in Namibia and/or not employed by a Namibian employer must pay the full year in advance.
- The school treats fees, levies and related charges as a contractual obligation of the parents; both parents remain liable for fees unless the school is formally notified and accepts alternative arrangements. Fees remain payable during specified notice periods (see withdrawal rules below).

Refunds, deposits and withdrawal (termination) rules
- Registration and admission/processing fees are non‑refundable.
- Boarding deposit is refundable after written notice, subject to the school's rules; the school may retain deposits to cover outstanding accounts or where legal collection action is required.
- Withdrawal (formal written de-registration) requirements: a three‑month notice period applies for mid‑year withdrawals. School fees remain payable in full during the three‑month notice period. Only full months are considered; the payable amount is calculated on the basis of a 10‑month rate. Prepaid fees are refundable pro rata only according to that 10‑month calculation. For leaving at the end of the school year there are specific deadlines for de-registration; Grade‑12 leavers have different rules as specified by the school. Fees for compulsory trips and graduation events are invoiced in advance and are non‑refundable except in exceptional circumstances with supporting evidence (e.g., medical). Guest‑learner fees paid for a fixed period are non‑refundable if the planned stay is cut short.

Other costs and items (uniforms, excursions, materials)
- Uniform requirements are specified and certain items are mandatory for each department; mandatory items include school golf shirts (short and long sleeved), blouse/shirt, school trousers/skirts, blazer, winter jacket, fleece jacket, and specified footwear. Uniform items are available through the school's online shop and the on‑site kiosk. Specific uniform pricing is not listed in the school's fee schedule.
- The annual school fee includes a levy for teaching materials where indicated; separate charges may be raised for certain extra‑mural activities, specific working groups, special classes (e.g., remedial lessons), school trips and event levies which are invoiced in advance. Parents remain responsible for the replacement cost of school property not returned or damaged.

Payment methods and banking details
- Payments are expected by bank transfer to the school's association account. The bank account (First National Bank, Current Account) and branch code are provided by the school for payments. Cash payments exceeding NAD 6,000 cannot be accepted. For payment enquiries the school provides a payment e‑mail contact for remittances and queries.

Penalties and collection
- Overdue accounts may incur reminder / late‑payment fees and the school may take steps to recover outstanding fees. Persistent arrears can affect a learner's right to attend the school until arrears are settled or a payment arrangement is agreed.

Notes on special cases
- Fee reductions or hardship concessions are available in defined circumstances; applications must follow the school's stated process and timelines and any approved reduction is subject to conditions. Staff children may receive special staff discounts as defined by the school.

Boarding Arrangements

Boarding is provided on the DHPS campus for students from Class 1 to Class 12. The boarding community is organized by age groups into different rooms and houses, with boarding staff living on site in private apartments and available on site when needed. Twelfth-grade students live in supervised living on campus. All meals are eaten in the dining hall next to the boarding facilities.

Food Options

The school cafeteria provides warm meals for boarders, kindergarten and preschool. The school kiosk offers lunch Monday to Thursday for students, parents and staff, with healthy snacks and beverages. Orders can be placed by telephone, WhatsApp or email; take-away is available 12:00–14:30 and lunch is served in the dining hall 12:00–13:30; current menus are posted.

House System

The boarding family is divided into different facilities and houses by age group. The boarding staff live on site in private apartments and are always on site when needed. Twelfth‑grade students live in supervised living on campus.

Governance and Ownership

The DHPS board, Deutscher Schulverein Windhoek (1949), is the sponsor of the school. DHPS is the only German international school in Namibia and is part of the worldwide network of German Schools Abroad. The school is supported by the Federal Republic of Germany.

Curriculum

DHPS follows a KMK-approved curriculum based on German educational standards. The curriculum is solid, internationally oriented and covers languages, sciences, mathematics and arts. The school offers two high school diplomas: the German International Abitur (DIA) and the Cambridge Certificate. The Deutsches Sprachdiplom (DSD) is offered as a language credential. The school emphasizes multilingualism and cultural exchange as part of its profile.

Higher Education Progression

The Studien- & Berufsberatung (Study & Career Guidance) prepares students for training, study or a career in Germany, Europe, South Africa, Namibia or the world. Fixed counseling appointments begin in the 10th grade. Career fairs and partnerships with study and training providers in Germany and South Africa support students in planning their future and choosing appropriate paths after graduation.

Gifted and Talented

The DHPS Kinder-Campus nurtures talents with heart and mind. It supports each child individually and strengthens talents for a successful start to school.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social learning is part of the DHPS holistic education. Religious instruction and social learning are components of the curriculum. The school fosters personal development and intercultural competence to prepare students for a global society. After class, the free Warteklasse supervision is available until 13:10, and the Kinder- und Jugendzentrum provides day care until 17:30, supporting students' social needs. The Förderzentrum offers emotional support and teambuilding activities to strengthen class community and works with staff to design learning arrangements that promote student success.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides individual support for every child. A Förderzentrum employs a multiprofessional team delivering LRS (reading and spelling difficulties) and dyskalkulie (dyscalculia) support in one‑on‑one or small‑group settings. Support is guided by information from school psychology assessments and internal diagnostics. Students receive targeted help across many competencies, from perceptual training to spelling strategies to arithmetic. There is emotional support available in the Förderzentrum, including a space for relaxation, listening, and encouragement.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school operates German- and English-language streams. In the primary school, 11 classes are taught in German and 4 in English (excluding English lessons). Since 2025 there is a class in which core subjects are taught in English and arts are taught in German. In English-language classes, German as a foreign language is given extra instructional time. The school offers the Deutsche Sprachdiplom (DSD I and DSD II) with a dedicated coordinator, and DHPS students take DSD I in grade 9 and DSD II in grade 12. Two academic pathways lead to university admission: the DIA track and the Cambridge track, with DSD/DaF coordination available for language learners.

Mental Wellbeing

DHPS provides mental wellbeing support through the Förderzentrum, which houses a school psychologist and a school social worker. The team supports students, parents, and teachers on questions, worries, and challenges in school or at home, including learning difficulties, behavioral concerns, social interaction issues, and life crises. There is a space for emotional support—a place for relaxation, listening, and encouragement. Learning-method and stress-management workshops are offered, and teambuilding activities help strengthen class community and social resilience.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is supported by the Förderzentrum's safeguarding professionals, including a school psychologist and a school social worker. The team assists students, parents, and teachers with concerns in school or home, addressing issues such as stress, behavior, and social challenges. They provide guidance and follow-up to ensure students' well-being and safety, and they collaborate with the wider school community to promote a safe and supportive learning environment.

History

DHPS has existed for more than 100 years. It is an integrated German-Namibian school and a German School Abroad with a dual system, supported by the Federal Republic of Germany. Pupils can pursue the Cambridge Certificate and the Deutsche Internationale Abitur (DIA); in the German stream the Haupt- and Realschulabschluss are offered. The school is operated by the Deutscher Schulverein Windhoek (DSW), founded in 1949. Learners come from more than 20 nations, with languages including German, English, French, Afrikaans, Oshiwambo, Nama, Damara and Otjiherero.

Community

DHPS Schulgemeinschaft comprises student leadership (Schülermitverwaltung, SMV), the Elternbeirat (Parents' Council), the Altschülerverband (Alumni Association) and DHPS-Schulpatenschaften (school sponsorships). The SMV represents students and engages in projects. The Elternbeirat acts as the link between parents, students, school leadership and the board, and meets regularly four times a year; it organizes community events such as the Basar, Wandertag for the primary school, and Home & Family Festivals. The Altschülerverband connects former students; DHPS-Schulpatenschaften support students in need; Gastschüler/innen are welcomed as guest students.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Elternbeirat (Parents' Council) is the liaison between parents and the school and the board, and is involved in many areas of school life. It holds regular meetings four times a year and, together with the school, organizes events such as Basar, Wandertag, and Heim- und Familienfeste. The EBR board includes roles such as Chair, Deputy Chair, and Secretary, plus representatives for different school sections (Grundschule, Kinder-Campus, Sekundarstufe I & II Cambridge). It serves as the voice of parents and supports the school in decision-making.

Facilities Overview

The school has modern classrooms, a well-stocked library, creative workshops, and various sports facilities to create a dynamic learning environment. The library provides ample space to read and learn with computer-, group-, and quiet-working zones. The library stocks a wide range of reading- and learning-materials, a teacher library with thousands of media, and a collection of free teaching aids for language lessons. Technical Skills spaces support hands-on learning in metal, wood, textile, and pottery.

Sports Facilities

The school has various sports facilities to support physical education and extracurricular activities. The Kinder-Campus notes state-of-the-art sports facilities available to the youngest learners, reflecting the campus-wide commitment to sport. Extra‑mural activities include sports as part of the broad program.

Academic Facilities

Technical Skills includes metal and wood workshops, textile work, and pottery, enabling hands-on learning in craft disciplines. In metal, students work with soft metals to create functional objects, use hand tools, and, in Grade 6, obtain a drilling licence. In Textile, students sew projects by hand and then test machine sewing; pottery covers basic shaping, decoration, and glazing. The library provides extensive reading- and learning-materials, a teacher library with 3,000 media, and a third section of free teaching aids for language lessons, with opening hours during school time and afternoons.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Extra-mural activities cover a wide range, from music, sports, and arts to social engagement. The music program includes brass band and choir classes with opportunities to perform at school concerts and public events. Social commitment is promoted through projects and clubs such as the Learners' Representative Council and the Interact Club, supporting soup kitchens, orphanages, kindergartens, and community events. Dependency prevention is integrated into campaigns and lessons to promote healthy life choices. A 2026 brochure details the extra-mural program for the year.

Academic & Intellectual

The school offers a robust, internationally oriented and well-rounded curriculum across languages, sciences, mathematics and the arts. The German International Abitur (DIA) is offered alongside the international Cambridge Certificate. The program fosters inquisitive, open-minded, independent thinkers and opens doors to leading universities worldwide. Education is delivered with a solid international foundation rooted in German educational principles.

Arts & Creative

From music to sport and from art to social engagement, DHPS offers a wide range of after-school activities. Students can participate in arts-related pursuits as part of the school's extracurricular life. The School Life program includes a variety of extra-mural activities that extend learning beyond the classroom.

Cultural & Language

The school places great importance on multilingualism and the encounter between cultures. It is part of the German Schools Abroad network, emphasizing cultural interactions and multilingualism. The mission statement foregrounds social responsibility, ethical values, mutual respect and open communication. The environment supports cross-cultural exchanges and language development.

Social & Hobbies

A wide range of after-school activities is offered, including excursions and adventures, music, sports and social engagement. These activities give students opportunities to pursue interests beyond the classroom. The School Life program includes a variety of extra-mural activities that bring extracurricular life to the fore.

Community & Service

DHPS places emphasis on social responsibility and community involvement as part of its ethos. Extra-curricular programs include social commitment and community-oriented activities. The DHPS Community provides pathways for student and family involvement through bodies such as the Learners Representative Council and other community groups.

Leadership & Professional

The DHPS Community includes a Learners Representative Council, enabling student leadership and representation, along with a Parent Representative Council. Career and study guidance and related programs support professional development and future planning for learners, including initiatives such as Career Springboard DIA.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The DHPS boarding school offers learners a life in a community where they empower themselves and others. The School Life program provides opportunities for sport, excursions and other activities that contribute to wellbeing. A supportive, connected environment reinforces balance between academics and daily life in the DHPS community.

Language Provision

We teach children with mother tongues including German, English, French, Afrikaans, Oshiwambo, Nama, Damara and Otjiherero. The main instruction languages are German and English, with 11 German-language classes and 4 English-language classes in Grundstufe, and a bilingual class introduced in 2025. In Grade 6, students choose a second foreign language: French or Afrikaans. The school offers Cambridge Certificate and Deutsche Internationale Abitur (DIA); DSD I is taken in Grade 9 and DSD II in Grade 12; the DIA or Cambridge tracks run in Grades 10–12.

Bilingual Teaching

From Grade 5, German- and English-speaking students learn together. Some subjects, such as Mathematics, are taught bilingually, while other subjects are taught only in German or English. Since 2025 a class has been established that teaches major subjects in English and the arts in German.

Immersion Programs

Bilingual classes begin in the integrated middle school. In the middle school, subjects are taught in German, English and bilingual formats; some subjects are fully bilingual, while others are taught in one language. Since 2025 a class has been introduced that teaches core subjects in English and arts in German.

Admissions

1. Would you like to enroll your child at DHPS? Choosing the right school is an important decision for both the child and the family. Therefore a personal consultation and a school tour are offered to advise you and to provide an insight into life at DHPS. 2. Here you will find information about our departments: Kindergarten & Preschool, Primary School, Secondary I, Secondary II, and the Boarding program. Details about DHPS school fees for 2026 and the tariff regulations are available for review. This helps families understand program options and associated costs. 3. Forms and information include the Application Form, the Application Form for Guest Students, Payment Options, the DHPS Code of Conduct, and medication administration forms for the Kinder-Campus, the School, and the DHPS Kinder- & Jugendzentrum. Further information is available in the Downloads section of the site. Families should review these materials to prepare for enrollment. 4. A complete application must include the fully completed application form, a processing fee of N$500, testimonies from the last three years, a vaccination certificate, an indemnity form, the Payment Options form, a copy of ID/Passport (or study permit if applicable), a birth certificate, and police clearance certificates for guardians. The complete application should be submitted to the DHPS address in Windhoek: 11-15 Church Street, Windhoek, Namibia. This ensures the school can assess eligibility and review documentation.

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Private School Swakopmund

Instructs in German, English

Fees NAD 34,320 - 82,980

Pupils 600

Type Co-educational

Private School Swakopmund is an independent day school in Swakopmund, Namibia, at 8 Kühnast Strasse, Vineta. It blends the Baden-Württemberg framework for Preschool to Grade 6 with the Cambridge International Curriculum from Grade RR to A Level. Cambridge IGCSE is offered in Grades 9–10, AS-Level in 11–12, and A-Level in Grade 13. In the Early Years, teaching is delivered in German and English, with English gradually leading in High School; German remains compulsory. The school is Cambridge Assessment International Education registered and began an International Foundation Programme bridging course with the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria in November 2024 to support progression to higher education. About 600 students are taught by around 65 teachers and staff. Extracurriculars include sports, robotics, Mandarin from Grade 7, Eco-Club, PSS Training Weeks, and a Technical Team. A distinctive feature is the dual language streams and the international bridging pathway to Austrian higher education.

Location

Private School Swakopmund is in the coastal town of Swakopmund, Namibia. The street address is 8 Kühnast Strasse, Swakopmund, Namibia; P.O. Box 4053, Vineta, Swakopmund, 13003, Namibia. The school's contact number is +264 64 463280.

Stages

Preschool; Primary (Grades 1–7); Upper School (Grades 8–12); Cambridge AS/A Levels (Grade 13). The school serves Grade RR to Grade 13. The English Language Stream was introduced in 2008; German is compulsory for English stream students from Grade 1; the German and English streams merge in High School.

Type

Independent, private school

Country affiliation

Namibia

Religious affiliation

Christian

School day structure

The school year begins in January and is divided into trimesters. A school week runs Monday to Friday; classes begin at 7:15 a.m. Preschool and Primary end at 1:00 p.m.; Upper School ends at 1:20 p.m.

Application and one‑off administration fees

- One‑time application fee for new registrations: N$ 500.
- One‑time administration fee for new registrations from Grade 1 upward: N$ 6,000.
- Annual enrolment (registration) fee: Grade RR + R: N$ 2,860; Grades 2–13: N$ 3,300 (note: the annual enrolment fee is charged only for the first two children enrolled).

Tuition fees (monthly amounts and derived annual / per‑trimester totals by year group)

All monthly tuition amounts are shown in Namibian dollars (N$). Monthly fees are payable in advance. Where the fee schedule explicitly states a payment period other than 12 months, the annual total below follows that instruction.

- Grade RR + R
- Monthly tuition: N$ 2,860. Annual total (monthly × 12): N$ 34,320. Per trimester (annual ÷ 3): N$ 11,440.

- Grade 1–4
- Monthly tuition: N$ 5,345. Annual total (monthly × 12): N$ 64,140. Per trimester (annual ÷ 3): N$ 21,380.

- Grade 5–7
- Monthly tuition: N$ 5,510. Annual total (monthly × 12): N$ 66,120. Per trimester (annual ÷ 3): N$ 22,040.

- Grade 8–9
- Monthly tuition: N$ 6,915. Annual total (monthly × 12): N$ 82,980. Per trimester (annual ÷ 3): N$ 27,660.

- Grade 10–11
- Installment basis stated: N$ 8,298 (paid over 10 months). Annual total (monthly × 10): N$ 82,980. Per trimester (annual ÷ 3): N$ 27,660.

- Grade 12–13
- Installment basis stated: N$ 7,914 (paid over 10 months). Annual total (monthly × 10): N$ 79,140. Per trimester (annual ÷ 3): N$ 26,380.

- Sibling discounts: third child receives 25% discount; fourth child receives 40% discount.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Monthly tuition is payable in advance by the 7th day of each month.
- Annual school fee payments are accepted; annual payments received by 31 January 2026 qualify for a 6% discount.
- All fee payments must be made electronically. Bank details for electronic transfers:
- Account name: Private School Swakopmund Operations.
- Bank: Nedbank Namibia.
- Branch code: 461052.
- Account number: 11 0000 5555 9.

Boarding / accommodation fees

- The school does not provide boarding facilities; PSS operates as a day school (no boarding/hostel charges are listed).

Other costs and fees (uniform, examinations, extras)

- School uniform: A specified uniform is required. Items are listed by year group and include PSS tracksuit, PSS sport shirt, formal and informal wear appropriate to the grade, PSS jackets and blazers, ties for senior students, and sports footwear and accessories. Specific uniform items vary by grade (RR–2; 3–7; 8–10; 11–12; Grade 13 formal requirements). Prices for uniform items are not listed in the fee schedule.
- External examination fees (Cambridge/CIE for Grades 10–13) are not included in the tuition and must be paid in addition; these charges are set in British pounds and parents receive a cost estimate when external exam registration opens.
- Any additional activity fees, subject fees or one‑off charges (for trips, special courses, or optional activities) are billed separately as necessary.

Refunds, cancellations and notice period

- Early termination of a student's agreed attendance and tuition must be made in writing by completing the PSS de‑registration (withdrawal) form. The withdrawal form should be submitted to the school office one trimester or alternatively two months before the student leaves.

Fee payment options and contacts for finance queries

- Payments must be made electronically to the school's bank account (Nedbank Namibia) using the details provided above.
- For questions about payments and billing contact the Finance Department: Tel. +264 64 463280 or email marketing@pss.com.na.

Curriculum

The Private School Swakopmund is a Cambridge Assessment International Education school offering Cambridge IGCSE, AS, and A Levels from Grade RR to Grade 13. We combine the Baden-Württemberg curriculum (Preschool to Grade 6) with the International Cambridge Curriculum (Grade RR to A Level). Pre-school classes are taught in both German- and English-speaking groups. In the German stream, English is gradually introduced as a language of instruction in Grades 5 and 6, and from Grade 7 both streams merge with English as the primary language of instruction. In High School, German is a compulsory subject taught as a first or foreign language, and students can pursue Cambridge qualifications (IGCSE in Grades 9-10; AS-Level in Grades 11-12; A-Level in Grade 13). Starting in November 2024, PSS offers a bridging programme with the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria.

Higher Education Progression

Students can pursue Cambridge qualifications (IGCSE in Grades 9-10; AS-Level in Grades 11-12; A-Level in Grade 13) to access higher education institutions in Africa and abroad. The school provides an International Foundation Programme bridging course with the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria, starting November 2024.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

We provide international educational standards and access to recognized universities in Africa and worldwide. Excellent teachers are dedicated and qualified, guiding learners on their educational path. Individual development is promoted, encouraging personal growth, independence and critical thinking in a supportive learning environment. Independent and cooperative learning strengthens students' ability to take responsibility for their progress and to collaborate with others. Holistic education connects body, heart, mind and soul to develop balanced, empathetic personalities and a values-based community grounded in respect, integrity and compassion.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school runs two language streams: German and English. German is offered as a mother tongue in all classes on the German stream, and German as a foreign language is a compulsory subject. In the upper grades, the language of instruction is English. The English primary branch was established in 2008 to meet demand for English-medium education. For English-speaking students, German is a compulsory subject from the first grade; in the upper school, the German and English streams are merged.

Mental Wellbeing

Holistic education connects body, heart, mind and soul to support the development of balanced, empathetic personalities. The school fosters a sense of community and belonging that supports learners academically and personally. Personal growth, independence and critical thinking are nurtured in a supportive environment. Independent and cooperative learning builds resilience, social skills and positive relationships. Lifelong curiosity and joy in learning are encouraged, contributing to overall well-being.

History

Private School Swakopmund is a dynamic, independent school located in Swakopmund, Namibia. It was originally founded to serve the German-speaking community and to uphold the German language in Namibia. The English Language Stream was introduced in 2008; German, at appropriate academic levels, is compulsory for English-stream students from Grade 1, and the German and English streams are merged in High School. The school is a Cambridge Assessment International Education registered school offering Cambridge IGCSE, AS, and A Levels. It serves nearly 600 students with a dedicated team of around 65 teachers and staff.

Community

A strong sense of community and belonging is nurtured at Private School Swakopmund. The School Director highlights active parental involvement, with parents participating in Bazaar, Entrepreneurs' Day, sport, and culture as part of the PSS Family. Teachers, students, and families collaborate to support learning and social development within a supportive and engaging environment.

Academic & Intellectual

Cambridge International Education qualifications are offered, including IGCSE in Grades 9–10, AS-Level in Grades 11–12, and A-Level in Grade 13. The school is registered as a Cambridge Assessment International Education school. The curriculum combines the Baden-Württemberg framework for Preschool through Grade 6 with the Cambridge Curriculum from Grade RR to A Level. There are two language streams—German and English—with German and English compulsory, and English used as the language of instruction in the High School. An International Foundation Programme bridging course with the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria began in November 2024.

Arts & Creative

Art education is emphasized at PSS, with opportunities for high-level art instruction available in the upper school up to AS-Level.

Cultural & Language

Mandarin is offered to students from Grade 7 onward, with the Confucius Institute at UNAM supporting Chinese language teaching. The German language stream and the English language stream operate in parallel, with German and English as compulsory languages. In the German stream, English is gradually introduced as a language of instruction from Grades 5–7, and English becomes the language of instruction in the High School. The English language stream was introduced in 2008, with German remaining compulsory; the two streams merge in the High School.

Social & Hobbies

A broad range of sports and activities is offered, including field hockey, netball, athletics, chess, dancing, football, and squash, with school teams competing regionally and nationally. Dancing has been offered since 2022 for ages 9–13, and chess has been reintroduced as an extracurricular. The sports program is supported by coaches and school facilities, and students have opportunities to participate in inter-school events.

Community & Service

PSS emphasises community and belonging, with active parental involvement in Bazaar, Entrepreneurs' Day, Sport, and Culture. Scholar Patrol uses senior primary students, trained by local traffic police and supervised by a teacher, to help keep the school safe at start and end times. Eco Schools activities highlight environmental sustainability on campus, including worm farming, energy-efficient lighting, a 3-bin waste system, and water-collection initiatives.

Leadership & Professional

Career guidance is provided, including Go Study pathways to South Africa and Namibia and links to international study opportunities. The school maintains bridging and foundation options, including an International Foundation Programme with FH Upper Austria, to assist progression to higher education. Students are supported with information and resources to help them plan further study and careers.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The school promotes physical activity and well-being through a wide range of sports, with opportunities for inter-house tournaments and ongoing coaching. The DOSB Sports Badge is available at the school, reflecting an emphasis on athletic achievement alongside academics. The overall program encourages fitness, teamwork, discipline, and resilience as part of daily school life.

Admissions

1) Enrollment. The school requires submission of a complete application with a certified birth certificate for the child, a certified last school report, certified copies of both parents' identity documents or passports, and, if applicable, proof of legal guardianship. A non-refundable Application Fee of N$500 must be paid, and a General Indemnity form completed and signed along with an Acknowledgment of Conditions of Admission. A Confidential Student Reference Report should be forwarded from the child's previous school, and non-Namibian parents must provide a certified copy of the child's employment or study permit; the person responsible for the account must provide a monthly residential address proof (Municipality or Erongo Red). A recent passport-size photograph must be attached to the application. The medium of tuition should be indicated on the form, with options for ENGLISH STREAM or GERMAN STREAM; English is the only medium of tuition for all subjects in High School, and English and German streams are applicable only to the Junior and Senior Primary phases. Siblings at PSS may be noted on the form, and the form also collects information about siblings at other schools. The document also requires details such as the student's medium of tuition, contact information, and residential address.

Waitlist

Waiting list appears on the Admissions form as an option, with a field to indicate Waiting list = YES or NO and a space to record an Assessment date and time. This indicates that the school uses a waitlist process as part of admissions and that an assessment may be scheduled if the applicant is on the waiting list.

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Riverside Private School

Instructs in English

Ages 6 - null years

Pupils 300

Type Co-educational

Riverside Private School Swakopmund is an English-medium private school in Swakopmund, Namibia, offering a complete academic journey from Grade 0 through Grade 12. The curriculum combines the Namibian National Curriculum with Cambridge International Assessment Education, culminating in the Advanced Subsidiary (AS) level for international recognition. Juniors begin with English First Language, Afrikaans Second Language, Mathematics, Life Skills, Environmental Studies, Handwriting, Physical Education, and Chess, building a solid foundation for later study. From Junior Primary to Senior Secondary, learners study languages, mathematics, science, and social studies, with German Foreign Language introduced in later years. The campus features classrooms, concert spaces, and science fair venues, plus sports fields for athletics, soccer, hockey, swimming, karate, and chess as a sport for younger students. Since 2022 Riverside has offered Grade 0 to 12, emphasising well-rounded growth, student wellbeing, and active engagement through concerts, science fairs, and learner leadership opportunities. Prepares learners for meaningful futures.

Location

Dr Kuaima Riruaka Avenue, Swakopmund, Namibia. The school is located in Swakopmund, a coastal town in the Erongo Region. The contact details are office@rps.edu.na and +264 64 463 421.

Stages

Grade 0 through Grade 12.

Type

The school is private and English-medium.

Country affiliation

Namibia.

Application fees
- The school requires completion of a formal application for enrolment. The published application form does not list a monetary application fee on the form itself.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The full tuition schedule for the 2027 academic year (tuition amounts by year group and per-term options) is published as the school's official fee schedule. The fee schedule document could not be retrieved for extraction, so exact per-term and per-year numeric amounts cannot be provided here.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- A formal billing schedule and the school's payment terms are set out in the school's official fee schedule document. That schedule contains the specific invoicing dates, deadlines, and any discounts or penalties; the schedule itself was not accessible for extraction, so the specific billing dates and payment-term language are not available here.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- No boarding or hostel fees are stated in the enrolment and admissions materials available for Riverside Private School. The school's admissions documentation and public pages indicate the standard enrolment process and do not describe boarding provisions; therefore no boarding fees apply based on the available public material.

Other costs or fees (uniforms, books, levies, extras)
- Uniform requirements are published and list which uniform items apply to each year group. Some uniform items (for example school tie and certain branded garments) can be ordered through the school; the uniform document does not include item prices. Any separate charges such as book rental, development levies, activity or subject fees are documented in the school's official fee schedule but those monetary amounts could not be retrieved.

Refund information
- Refund, cancellation, and withdrawal / notice terms are specified in the school's fee schedule and admissions terms. The specific refund policy language and any applicable pro‑rata refunds or forfeiture conditions are set out in that fee schedule document but the text could not be extracted.

Fee payment options
- The school's public contact pages list the school office email and telephone for fee and account enquiries; the fee schedule document contains the specific accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, debit order or card) and banking details. Those payment-method details were not accessible from the downloadable fee schedule at the time of extraction. Contact details for the school office are provided below.

Important operational notes (procedural facts parents need to know)
- Parents are required to complete and submit the school's application form and to supply supporting documents listed on that form (birth certificate, previous school report, IDs, proof of residence, photographs, and where applicable study or residence permits). The application form includes a section for the person responsible for settlement of accounts and requests credit references.
- Certain branded uniform items are available to order through the school; other uniform components may be procured from retail vendors. The uniform lists differ by grade bands (e.g., Grade 1–3, Grade 4–7, Grade 8–11).

Contact for fee, billing and payment enquiries
- Riverside Private School, Swakopmund — telephone: +264 64 463 421; email: office@rps.edu.na. Use these contacts for direct requests for the full numeric fee schedule, invoicing dates, payment methods, banking details, refunds policy, and any printed fee schedule.

Summary of retrieval and gaps
- The school's Admissions page lists a downloadable "School Fees 2027" fee schedule, but the downloadable fee schedule file could not be opened for content extraction. The available public documents that were retrieved and examined include the application form (which lists required paperwork and account-responsible fields) and the uniform list (which lists items and which items the school supplies/order). Because the official numeric fee schedule itself was not accessible for extraction, exact monetary amounts per application, per term and per year group, specific billing dates, payment-method instructions, refund terms, and any boarding tariffs (if applicable) are not included above.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are required. Grade 0 wear normal clothes. Grades 1–3 wear a school tracksuit, a white school shirt (long or short sleeves), a bottle-green jersey and pullover, grey long or short pants, grey socks, black shoes, and a bottle-green windbreaker. Grades 4–7 wear similar items with a bottle-green windbreaker; Grades 8–11 wear a white shirt (long or short sleeve), bottle-green blazer, school tie, black jersey and pullover, black pants, and black socks (girls may wear a checked skirt). The blazer/jersey and windbreaker are available from Aletta's Uniform and Sportswear on Sam Nujoma Ave; the school tie can be ordered from the school at the start of the year; other items may be bought from retail shops.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by a Board. The Chair Person is Mr. Kenneth Angula; the Principal is Mr. Ernest Olivier; the Secretary is Mrs. Lorna Doëses.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has a Learner Representative Council (LRC) that represents student interests and fosters a positive school environment. The LRC is elected by learners and teachers and collaborates with staff to organize events and promote engagement, helping to build an inclusive community.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Learning Support is available.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school is English-medium. German and Afrikaans are taught as subjects, and English is offered as a first language or second language in various grades.

Mental Wellbeing

Counselors are on staff to support learners, and staff work to create a safe, welcoming and supportive environment.

Safeguarding

The school provides a safe environment with staff support and a focus on inclusivity.

Facilities Overview

Riverside Private School Swakopmund is an English-medium school devoted to holistic, student-centered learning. The school serves more than 300 learners who thrive academically, socially, and personally. Classrooms, spaces for concerts, and venues for science fairs form part of the school's learning life, supported by sports fields. From Grade 0 through Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS) Grade 12, Riverside provides a complete academic journey. The campus is located in Swakopmund, Namibia.

Sports Facilities

Athletics are organized through inter-house and inter-schools events at the start of each term. Chess is offered as a sporting discipline for learners in grades 1–7. Netball is available for girls aged 13–17, with participation in club and league tournaments. Other sport activities include soccer, hockey, swimming, and karate through clubs. The school emphasizes holistic learning through sport as part of its broader activities.

Academic Facilities

The Namibian National Curriculum, derived from Cambridge International Assessment Education, guides Riverside's programs and culminates in the Advanced Subsidiary (AS) level. Riverside has offered a complete academic journey from Grade 0 through Grade 12 since 2022. The school is English-medium. Junior Primary subjects include English First Language, Afrikaans Second Language, Mathematics, Life Skills, Environmental Studies, Handwriting, Physical Education, and Chess. Senior Primary continues with English and Afrikaans, adds German Foreign Language, Mathematics, Social Studies, Natural Science and Health Education, and Chess.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Athletics are a core part of the extracurricular program with inter-house and inter-schools competition. Chess is a non-promotional sport for learners from Grades 1–7. Netball is available for girls aged 13–17, with participation in club and league tournaments. Other sport activities include soccer, hockey, swimming, and karate through clubs. The school also hosts events such as concerts and science fairs as part of life and culture.

Academic & Intellectual

The school offers science projects and workshops led by guest subject specialists. Mock examinations are conducted in the Senior Secondary phase. Science fairs are part of academic competitions. Chess is available as a cognitive activity in Junior Primary and Senior Primary.

Social & Hobbies

The school offers student life experiences through school concerts, fundraisers, and science fairs. Student life emphasizes growth, discovery, and connection, balancing academics with extra curricular activities. The Learner Representative Council coordinates events and represents student interests. Upcoming events include the Big Walk 2026 on the calendar.

Leadership & Professional

The Learner Representative Council represents student interests and collaborates with staff. It is elected by learners and teachers and organizes events to promote engagement. The LRC includes Elvano van der Merwe as Chairperson and Candle Somses as Vice Chairperson. Other LRC members include Gary Langer, Aidan Wilhelm, Ernst Doeseb, Ziaad Martin, and Heinrich Ochurub.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The school offers athletics and inter house and inter schools competitions. Netball is offered to girls aged 13–17. Other sport activities include soccer, hockey, swimming, and karate through clubs. Chess is a sporting discipline.

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St George's Diocesan School

Instructs in English

Ages 5 - 18 years

St George's Diocesan School is a Cambridge-based Anglican school in Windhoek, Namibia, offering Pre-Primary through Cambridge A Levels. The curriculum runs Cambridge Primary (R-3), Lower Secondary (6-8), IGCSE (9-11), AS Levels (12) and A Levels (13), with Cambridge framework guiding learning across the campus. The school serves pupils aged 5 to 18 and is affiliated with the Anglican Diocese of Namibia. Classrooms feature iPads, while a wide sports program includes archery, athletics, basketball, cricket, hockey, mountain biking, netball, rugby and soccer. A Round Square member, the school emphasises experiential learning, service and international understanding through the IDEALS: Internationalism, Democracy, Environmentalism, Adventure, Leadership and Service, including international exchanges. Afrikaans and German are offered as additional languages. The school celebrated its centenary in 2019 and maintains an Alumni Office. Cultural activities include public speaking, debating, music, choir, drama, craft, cribbage, and service learning with 100 hours required for Silver or Gold scrolls.

Location

17-21 Sinclair Road, Windhoek, Namibia. Cambridge Assessment International Education registered school.

Stages

Prep School (Grade RR–7) and College (Grade 8–AS and A Level).

Type

Anglican Church School.

Country affiliation

Namibia; belongs to the Anglican Diocese of Namibia.

Religious affiliation

Anglican.

Application and registration fees

- Application fee: N$ 500 (non-refundable).
- School registration (acceptance) fee: N$ 5 000 (once-off, non-refundable). Admission is not complete until the registration fee is paid and the Parent Contractual Agreement is signed.

Tuition fees by year group (2026)

Note: two fee categories are published — for Namibian taxpayers and for non-Namibian / tax-exempt families. Annual, monthly (spread over ten months: January–October) and discounted full-payment-by-31 January amounts are shown below.

- Grades RR (Namibian): Annual N$ 51 030 • Monthly (10 months) N$ 5 103 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 48 480.
- Grade R (Namibian): Annual N$ 73 500 • Monthly N$ 7 350 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 69 850.
- Grades 1–5 (Namibian): Annual N$ 74 180 • Monthly N$ 7 420 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 70 475.
- Grades 6–7 (Namibian): Annual N$ 74 865 • Monthly N$ 7 490 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 71 120.
- Grade 8 (Namibian): Annual N$ 82 740 • Monthly N$ 8 275 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 78 600.
- Grade 9 (Namibian): Annual N$ 92 100 • Monthly N$ 9 210 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 87 480.
- Grades 10–12 (Namibian): Annual N$ 94 775 • Monthly N$ 9 480 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 90 050.
- A-Level subjects (Namibian): N$ 33 180 per subject per annum.

- Grades RR (Non-Namibian / tax-exempt): Annual N$ 81 650 • Monthly (10 months) N$ 8 165 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 77 566.
- Grade R (Non-Namibian): Annual N$ 117 600 • Monthly N$ 11 760 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 111 720.
- Grades 1–5 (Non-Namibian): Annual N$ 118 690 • Monthly N$ 11 870 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 112 760.
- Grades 6–7 (Non-Namibian): Annual N$ 119 785 • Monthly N$ 11 980 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 113 795.
- Grade 8 (Non-Namibian): Annual N$ 132 385 • Monthly N$ 13 240 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 125 765.
- Grade 9 (Non-Namibian): Annual N$ 147 340 • Monthly N$ 14 735 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 139 970.
- Grades 10–12 (Non-Namibian): Annual N$ 151 640 • Monthly N$ 15 165 • Full payment by 31 Jan N$ 144 055.
- A-Level subjects (Non-Namibian): N$ 53 100 per subject per annum.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Annual fees are normally spread over ten months: January–October. Monthly instalments are shown above (10-month spread). Full-payment discounts apply when fees are paid in full by 31 January (discounted amounts shown above).
- School fees are payable in advance and acceptance of a place requires completion of the Parent Contractual Agreement and payment of the registration fee. Written notice of three months is required to withdraw a student; failure to give the required notice makes the parent/guardian liable for the fees.

Boarding fees

- The school operates as a day school; no boarding/hostel fees are published.

Other costs and typical additional charges

- Uniform: The School Shop is the official stockist of St George's uniform items; some items (grey shorts/pants and school/sports shoes) are not stocked by the shop and must be purchased separately. Uniform prices are sold through the School Shop and are not published in the fee schedule.
- Examination / subject charges: A-Level subject fees are charged per subject (see A-Level per-subject amounts above). Additional exam-entry or external-assessment charges may apply for Cambridge examinations; such charges are not itemised in the core fee table.
- Extracurricular / activity costs, transport, materials, textbooks, school trips and optional items are not itemised in the published fee structure; these costs are charged separately where applicable and through normal school billing channels.

Refunds and non-refundable items

- The application fee (N$ 500) is non-refundable. The registration (acceptance) fee (N$ 5 000) is once-off and non-refundable. Written notice of three months is required to withdraw a student; failure to provide the required notice results in liability for the fees. Any other refund terms for paid tuition or deposits are governed by the Parent Contractual Agreement.

Fee payment options and bank details

- Electronic funds transfer (EFT) / bank transfer is accepted; the school publishes its bank details for payments (FNB Namibia, Account name: St George's Diocesan College, Account Number: 62047678589, Branch Code: 281872, Swift/BIC: FIRNNANX). Application fee payments may be made by EFT with the application reference.
- The published materials do not list credit-card payment or online card-processing as a standard option; payments are shown with bank transfer details and instructions.

Administrative notes relevant to fees

- The 2026 fee structure was approved by the School Council on 3 September 2025 and the published schedule shows the annual, 10-monthly instalment and full-payment-by-31-January amounts above.
- Admission is conditional until the Contractual Agreement is signed and the registration fee is paid. A tax certificate in the name of the parent or legal guardian and three months of bank statements are required as part of the application.

Curriculum

St George's Diocesan School is a Cambridge Assessment International Education registered school. The Cambridge curriculum is used from Pre-Primary through to Cambridge A Levels. Pre-Primary (Grade RR–Grade R) focuses on social and emotional development, English literacy, numeracy, and foundational development. Cambridge Primary (Grades R-3 and 4-5) covers core subjects like English, Mathematics, Global Perspectives, with Afrikaans or German as an additional language in Grade 5 and options such as Art & Design, Cambridge ICT, and Robotics. Lower Secondary (Grades 6-8) includes English First Language, Mathematics, Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Global Perspectives, with Afrikaans or German and non-exam subjects including Art, Digital Literacy, Physical Education, Wellbeing, and Music. Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE) runs Grades 9-11 with compulsory English First Language and Afrikaans or German, four elective subjects including Sciences, Geography, and Commerce; Cambridge AS Level is offered in Grade 12 and Cambridge A Level in Grade 13 on a case-by-case basis.

Student Teacher Ratio

Grade RR: 48 students; Grade R: 52 students; Grade 1: 75 students (approximately 30 external placements).

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Cambridge Student Attributes guide learning at St George's, emphasising five habits: Confident in working with information and ideas; Responsible for themselves, responsive to and respectful of others; Reflective as students; Innovative; Engaged intellectually and socially. Social & Emotional Development is integrated in Cambridge Primary, including Social Interaction, Relationships, Self-Regulation, Empathy & Spiritual Guidance, Work Ethic, Resilience, Social Awareness and Responsibility. Wellbeing (Life Skills) is a non-exam subject in Cambridge Lower Secondary (Grades 6-8). Student Development/Life Skills is listed as an Additional subject for Cambridge Grades 4-5. Round Square is a world-wide association that supports personal development and international understanding. Life at St George's also emphasises positive self-image and the link between what students invest in themselves in life and their future.

Mental Wellbeing

Wellbeing (Life Skills) is a non-exam subject in Cambridge Lower Secondary (Grades 6-8).

History

St George's Diocesan School Namibia celebrated its centenary in 2019. The main celebrations took place during the week of July 5–12, 2019, with Founders' Day on July 8. The Alumni Office was established to connect alumni and keep them informed of reunions and Centenary celebrations. The school is registered with Cambridge Assessment International Education.

Community

The Cathedral Parish Church is central to daily life at St George's; all learners attend weekly services, and Religious Education is part of the curriculum, with the Chaplain assisting in teaching. The school's motto is 'Credo ut intellegam.' The Centenary celebrations in 2019 included Founders' Day and related ceremonies; the Alumni Office was established and supports alumni engagement. The PTFA includes parents, teachers and friends, and fosters good relations between the school, its broader community, and the parent body, while organizing volunteer services and fundraising activities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The PTFA is the Parents, Teachers and Friends Association of St George's Diocesan School. It includes all stakeholders—parents, teachers and friends of the school. Its objectives are to foster good relations between the school, parents and the wider community; to support the school in developing a positive and welcoming environment for all parents; to be a forum for communication between the school, its Council, School Management and the parent body; to provide volunteer services for PTFA functions and events; and to raise funds by any lawful means. The PTFA is a non-profit organisation and shall strive to achieve its objectives as listed in its Constitution; any funds raised are applied solely for the promotion of the school and not for the benefit of PTFA members.

Facilities Overview

Classrooms use iPads as part of the learning environment. The school is a Cambridge Assessment International Education registered school. The school is a Round Square member, supporting experiential learning, service, and international understanding. A wide range of sporting and cultural activities is offered to promote healthy, active lifestyles and provide an enriched educational experience. The School Shop is the official stockist of all St George's School uniform items.

Sports Facilities

Team sports offered include archery, athletics, basketball, chess, cricket, hockey, mountain bike club, netball, rugby, and soccer.

Academic Facilities

The school follows the Cambridge International Education programme with Cambridge Primary for Grades R-3, Cambridge Lower Secondary for Grades 6-8, Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE) for Grades 9-11, and Cambridge Advanced (AS Level) and A Level for Grades 12-13. Cambridge Student attributes are emphasised, describing five habits in learning: confidence with information, responsibility, reflection, innovation, and intellectual and social engagement.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Culture activities include public speaking, debating, music group, choir (Junior and Senior), drama, craft club, and cribbage. Sport activities include archery, athletics, basketball, chess, cricket, hockey, mountain biking, netball, rugby, and soccer.

Academic & Intellectual

St George's is a Cambridge International School, upholding Cambridge Student Attributes: confident in working with information and ideas, responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged intellectually and socially. The Cambridge curriculum guides learning through Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary and Upper Secondary (IGCSE, AS Level and A Level), with four subjects offered in IGCSE and a range of science and non-science options. Languages include Afrikaans or German as additional languages, with Afrikaans German Foreign Language offered in higher grades. Cambridge is the overarching framework, and the school is a registered Cambridge Assessment International Education school.

Arts & Creative

Cultural activities include Public Speaking, Debating, Music Group, Choir Junior & Senior, Drama, Craft Club and Cribbage. The school has a long-standing choir tradition as part of its arts program. Performing Arts, Visual Arts and Art Appreciation are taught across Cambridge levels.

Cultural & Language

St George's is a Round Square member school, offering international exchanges and a global learning framework. The IDEALS underpin the education: Internationalism, Democracy, Environmentalism, Adventure, Leadership and Service, with opportunities to participate in exchanges, conferences and service projects abroad. An active exchange programme connects students with peers around the world, and Afrikaans and German are offered as additional languages within the Cambridge curriculum.

Social & Hobbies

A wide range of cultural and sporting activities is available. Cultural activities include Public Speaking, Debating, Music Group, Choir, Drama, Craft Club and Cribbage. Team sports offered include Archery, Athletics, Basketball, Chess, Cricket, Hockey, Mountain Bike Club, Netball, Rugby and Soccer.

Community & Service

Round Square emphasizes service with a requirement to complete 100 hours of service to earn Silver or Gold scrolls. Service includes school-sponsored, regional or international projects, providing opportunities to serve others and develop character. Local service projects, such as community clean-up events, are part of the school's culture.

Leadership & Professional

Leadership positions include SRC, a Captain, and a Library Monitor, with a silver scroll awarded for one year in a leadership role and a gold scroll for two years. Participation in Round Square leadership and service initiatives reinforces positive influence and leading by example. These pillars provide formal recognition for leadership involvement.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Grade-level adventure outings are part of the program: Grade 8 Environmental Outing (7 days), Grade 9 Adventure Outing (6 days), Grade 10 Service Outing (5 days), and Grade 11 Adventure Outing. Students also complete a 100 km hike and a 500 km cycle challenge as part of the Advent ure pillar. A diverse sports program includes Archery, Athletics, Basketball, Chess, Cricket, Hockey, Mountain Bike Club, Netball, Rugby and Soccer.

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St Paul's College

Instructs in English

Fees NAD 30,000 - 181,365

Type Co-educational

St Paul's College Namibia is a co-educational, Christian private school with Catholic heritage, founded in 1962 and located on the slopes of Roman Hill in Klein Windhoek, near the city centre. It is registered as a Cambridge International School serving Grade R to Grade 13. The Cambridge curriculum starts with Lower Secondary in Grades 7–8, followed by IGCSE in Grades 9–10, AS Levels in Grades 11–12, and an A Level option in Grade 13. The campus combines renovated primary and early‑secondary facilities with a dedicated A Level Centre; the Rec Centre has been repurposed to provide additional classroom and sports space. The school offers a broad sports programme, including hockey with national champions, plus athletics, soccer, netball, tennis, cricket and archery. The arts are active through Art & Design, drama, music and a guitar programme. A strong community rhythm includes weekly chapel services and extensive outreach projects, alongside co‑curricular activities such as Model United Nations, debating and public speaking.

Location

The school is located in Windhoek, Namibia. It sits on the slopes of Roman Hill in the Klein Windhoek valley, close to the city centre. The High School is at 393 Sam Nujoma Drive, Windhoek, and the Primary School is at 20 Jan Jonker Road, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek.

Stages

Grades R to Grade 13 (primary through secondary).

Type

Co-educational, Christian private school with Catholic heritage.

Country affiliation

Namibia

Religious affiliation

Catholic

Application & assessment fees

- Assessment fee (Grade R–6): N$ 450.00.
- Entrance test fee (Grade 7–12): N$ 600.00.
- Non‑refundable enrolment and administration fee (new students): N$ 6,500.00 (payable one week after the acceptance letter is issued).

Tuition fees by year group (two fee structures)

Structure 1 — Namibian taxpayers (parents who provide a Namibian Tax Identification Number)

- Grade R — Annual: N$ 85,075.00; Monthly over 12 months: N$ 7,090.00; Per term (annual ÷ 3): N$ 28,358.33; Total if paid in full by end of January (5% discount): N$ 80,822.00.
- Grade 1 — Annual: N$ 85,075.00; Monthly: N$ 7,090.00; Per term: N$ 28,358.33; Discounted total: N$ 80,822.00.
- Grade 2 — Annual: N$ 85,075.00; Monthly: N$ 7,090.00; Per term: N$ 28,358.33; Discounted total: N$ 80,822.00.
- Grade 3 — Annual: N$ 85,075.00; Monthly: N$ 7,090.00; Per term: N$ 28,358.33; Discounted total: N$ 80,822.00.
- Grade 4 — Annual: N$ 85,075.00; Monthly: N$ 7,090.00; Per term: N$ 28,358.33; Discounted total: N$ 80,822.00.
- Grade 5 — Annual: N$ 85,075.00; Monthly: N$ 7,090.00; Per term: N$ 28,358.33; Discounted total: N$ 80,822.00.
- Grade 6 — Annual: N$ 85,075.00; Monthly: N$ 7,090.00; Per term: N$ 28,358.33; Discounted total: N$ 80,822.00.
- Grade 7 — Annual: N$ 93,075.00; Monthly: N$ 7,760.00; Per term: N$ 31,025.00; Discounted total: N$ 88,422.00.
- Grade 8 — Annual: N$ 101,050.00; Monthly: N$ 8,420.00; Per term: N$ 33,683.33; Discounted total: N$ 95,998.00.
- Grade 9 — Annual: N$ 101,050.00; Monthly: N$ 8,420.00; Per term: N$ 33,683.33; Discounted total: N$ 95,998.00.
- Grade 10 — Annual: N$ 105,230.00; Monthly: N$ 8,770.00; Per term: N$ 35,076.67; Discounted total: N$ 99,970.00.
- Grade 11 — Annual: N$ 105,230.00; Monthly: N$ 8,770.00; Per term: N$ 35,076.67; Discounted total: N$ 99,970.00.
- Grade 12 — Annual: N$ 109,640.00; Monthly: N$ 9,140.00; Per term: N$ 36,546.67; Discounted total: N$ 104,158.00.
- A‑Level (per subject) — Annual: N$ 30,000.00; Monthly: N$ 2,500.00; Per term: N$ 10,000.00; Discounted total: N$ 28,500.00.

Structure 2 — Parents not paying tax in Namibia (or not providing Namibian Tax Identification Number)

- Grade R — Annual: N$ 140,505.00; Monthly over 12 months: N$ 11,710.00; Per term: N$ 46,835.00; Discounted total: N$ 133,480.00.
- Grade 1 — Annual: N$ 140,505.00; Monthly: N$ 11,710.00; Per term: N$ 46,835.00; Discounted total: N$ 133,480.00.
- Grade 2 — Annual: N$ 140,505.00; Monthly: N$ 11,710.00; Per term: N$ 46,835.00; Discounted total: N$ 133,480.00.
- Grade 3 — Annual: N$ 140,505.00; Monthly: N$ 11,710.00; Per term: N$ 46,835.00; Discounted total: N$ 133,480.00.
- Grade 4 — Annual: N$ 140,505.00; Monthly: N$ 11,710.00; Per term: N$ 46,835.00; Discounted total: N$ 133,480.00.
- Grade 5 — Annual: N$ 140,505.00; Monthly: N$ 11,710.00; Per term: N$ 46,835.00; Discounted total: N$ 133,480.00.
- Grade 6 — Annual: N$ 140,505.00; Monthly: N$ 11,710.00; Per term: N$ 46,835.00; Discounted total: N$ 133,480.00.
- Grade 7 — Annual: N$ 153,770.00; Monthly: N$ 12,815.00; Per term: N$ 51,256.67; Discounted total: N$ 146,082.00.
- Grade 8 — Annual: N$ 167,040.00; Monthly: N$ 13,920.00; Per term: N$ 55,680.00; Discounted total: N$ 158,688.00.
- Grade 9 — Annual: N$ 167,040.00; Monthly: N$ 13,920.00; Per term: N$ 55,680.00; Discounted total: N$ 158,688.00.
- Grade 10 — Annual: N$ 173,980.00; Monthly: N$ 14,500.00; Per term: N$ 57,993.33; Discounted total: N$ 165,281.00.
- Grade 11 — Annual: N$ 173,980.00; Monthly: N$ 14,500.00; Per term: N$ 57,993.33; Discounted total: N$ 165,281.00.
- Grade 12 — Annual: N$ 181,365.00; Monthly: N$ 15,115.00; Per term: N$ 60,455.00; Discounted total: N$ 172,297.00.
- A‑Level (per subject) — Annual: N$ 30,000.00; Monthly: N$ 2,500.00; Per term: N$ 10,000.00; Discounted total: N$ 28,500.00.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Two payment schedules are published: a single annual payment (a 5% discount applies when the full annual tuition is paid by the end of January) or monthly instalments spread over 12 months (1 January – 1 December).
- The non‑refundable enrolment and administration fee for new students is payable one week after acceptance. Late enrolments are charged pro‑rata on the annual fee for the grade into which the child enters.

Boarding fees

- The published fee schedule contains no boarding/hostel charge lines; the fee structure is presented as tuition and exam/assessment/enrolment charges only, and no boarding fees are listed.

Other costs and typical extras

- A‑Level subject fee (per subject): N$ 30,000.00 (monthly equivalent N$ 2,500.00; discounted total N$ 28,500.00).
- Assessment and entrance/selection charges and the non‑refundable enrolment fee are additional to the published tuition lines (see Application & assessment fees above).
- No separate uniform or textbook charges are itemised in the published school‑fee schedule; parents should plan for additional standard costs such as uniforms, books, subject extras and examination entry fees as relevant to specific year groups.

Refund information

- The enrolment and administration fee is stated as non‑refundable. No separate refund schedule for tuition instalments is published within the fee document.

Fee payment options (schedule and practical payment arrangements)

- Published payment options: annual single payment (eligible for a 5% discount if paid by the end of January) or monthly payment over 12 months (1 January – 1 December). The Finance Office administers invoicing and payment arrangements.

Notes for parents (practical points)

- When enrolling after the start of the school year, fees are charged pro‑rata based on the annual fee for the child's grade.
- The enrolment fee must be paid promptly after acceptance to secure the place; that fee is non‑refundable.

(Amounts are expressed in Namibian dollars — N$ — and reflect the school's published 2026 fee schedule.)

Uniform Requirement

A full school uniform is required for all students. The blazer is worn in winter; Grade 7–8 blazers are optional. Hair must be neat; jewellery limited to small studs for girls; no makeup; boys clean-shaven. Grade R uses the Primary School uniform, with Grade R wearing a light-blue Grade R T-shirt instead of the white golf shirt.

Food Options

Food is not provided by the school.

House System

Interhouse system with house competitions and Interhouse Athletics Day; Rudolph emerged as the winning house in 2025.

Governance and Ownership

Catholic-owned and governed by a Board of Governors. The current board includes Dr Patrick (Paddy) Murphy (Chair), Bernadette Menyah-Artivor (Treasurer), Fr Johannes Shalongo (Archbishop's representative), Andrew Main (PTFA Chair), Andy Chase, Reagon Graig, Tshuka Luvindao, Nicole Maske, Bernard Minnaar (Co-opted).

Curriculum

The school follows the Cambridge Lower Secondary curriculum in Grades 7 and 8. CAIE IGCSE begins in Grade 9 and CAIE AS Level is completed in Grade 12, with the option to complete A Level in Grade 13. The school is a registered Cambridge International School.

Exam Results

In international CAIE examinations, students regularly achieve strong results. Up to 90% of students obtain A*, A, B and C symbols in the IGCSE examinations.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates gain entrance to Southern African and international universities.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

An involved student is a happy student; participation in multiple facets of school life fosters belonging, intellectual curiosity and creativity. Cultural activities and clubs such as Chapel Band, Debating for Juniors and Seniors, Public Speaking, Drama, Digital Art, Coding and Robotics Club, Environmental Club, and Model United Nations, along with outreach programmes, develop social awareness and teamwork.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school teaches English as a First Language and offers German, French and Afrikaans as additional languages.

Mental Wellbeing

The school provides access to a School Counsellor for student support and aims to provide a safe and secure environment.

Safeguarding

The school provides a safe and secure environment; Anti-bullying Policy exists; disciplinary procedures safeguard the educational and personal rights of students.

History

St Paul's College Namibia was founded in 1962. It is situated on the slopes of Roman Hill in the Klein Windhoek valley, close to Windhoek's city centre. Conceived by the Tilburg Fathers and rooted in Namibia's struggle for independence, it is a Christian school with strong links to the Catholic Church and a broad ecumenical outlook. The school is registered as a Cambridge International School, serving Grade R to Grade 13, with the aim of providing an all‑round, international education. The motto is Founded in love, and weekly chapel services reflect the school's Christian ethos.

Community

Participation in school life is encouraged; the school emphasizes intellectual curiosity and creativity through a range of cultural activities and clubs, including Chapel Band, Debating for Juniors and Seniors, Public Speaking, Drama, Digital Art, Coding and Robotics Club, Model United Nations, Environmental Club, Bible Study and the St Paul's College Youth Award. Outreach programmes include Make the Difference, The Shoebox Project and Lidar Foundation, Blood Clinic (Seniors only), Street Store, and SPCA, with a focus on visiting less privileged communities and helping charities. The Outreach ethos is to teach children to show love and generosity by example and to develop life skills such as social awareness and teamwork through hands‑on activities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Parental involvement is organized through PPSG (Primary Parent Support Group), which meets for an hour, once a month, with two representatives per class. PPSG supports teachers, plans and arranges functions, sport events and outings for the Primary School. Classroom Support allows volunteer parents to assist staff with group reading. The Tuckshop is run by parents to raise funds for the Primary School. Extra Mural Assistance is provided by parents in the area of sport and culture. A Prayer Network invites parents to join a weekly Friday prayer session in the Media Centre.

Facilities Overview

St Paul's College sits on the slopes of Roman Hill in the Klein Windhoek valley, near the city centre of Windhoek. It is a Christian school rooted in the Catholic tradition. The A Level Centre is housed within the Primary School and Grade R to Grade 6 buildings have been renovated on Jan Jonker Street. The Rec Centre was built and later absorbed into classrooms to provide space for learning and activities. The school's historic facilities include a soccer field, tennis and netball courts, and a library that has grown with the school.

Sports Facilities

St Paul's College offers a broad sports programme including athletics, hockey, netball, soccer, volleyball, social tennis, cricket and archery. Teams regularly compete in league competitions and tournaments. The campus includes a soccer field and tennis and netball courts. The Rec Centre, built in earlier years, was repurposed to provide additional classroom and activity space to support sport and physical education.

Academic Facilities

St Paul's College follows the Cambridge International Education (CAIE) curriculum. Cambridge Lower Secondary is taught in Grades 7 and 8, with English First Language and an additional language option (Afrikaans, French or German) and core subjects such as Mathematics and Science. The IGCSE phase (Grades 9–10) involves seven subjects, with English First Language and a continued language option, plus four additional subjects chosen from Accounting, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, History, Information Technology, Mathematics and Physics. AS Level is offered in Grade 11–12 with English Language compulsory and additional subjects such as Accounting, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics and Physics. A Level is offered in Grade 13 with up to three subjects, including potential offerings like Accounting, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Chess is included in the Primary School curriculum, and German, French and Afrikaans are offered as additional languages; guitar can be taken as an optional extra during the school day. The school also has a music tradition with a guitar program and a school band. Sport is a major focus, with athletics, hockey, netball, soccer, volleyball, social tennis, cricket and archery, and teams regularly compete in leagues and tournaments.

Academic & Intellectual

Model United Nations (MUN), Debating and Public Speaking are offered as co-curricular activities. Chess is available as a class activity or optional extra, and Drama, Music and Art are included in the curriculum. The school is a Cambridge International School. IIMUN participation is documented as part of the school's competitive academic activities.

Arts & Creative

Art & Design is offered at Cambridge AS Level. Art is compulsory for Grades 7 and 8, with exposure to traditional media (fine art, ceramics, sculpting and printing) and digital media (photography, digital painting and design). The program aims to promote individual style across a wide range of media.

Cultural & Language

German, French and Afrikaans are offered as additional languages. Culture and Outreach includes Model United Nations (MUN), Debating and Public Speaking. Bible Study is part of cultural offerings.

Social & Hobbies

Chapel Band, Debating, Public Speaking, Drama, Digital Art, Ceramics, Coding and Robotics Club, IT Club, Environmental Club, St Paul's College Youth Award, Model United Nations and Practical Life Skills are among social and cultural clubs. The school's outreach programmes include Make the Difference, The Shoebox Project and Lidar Foundation, Blood Clinic, Street Store and SPCA.

Community & Service

Outreach programmes include Make the Difference, The Shoebox Project and Lidar Foundation. Blood Clinic (Seniors only), Street Store and SPCA are part of outreach activities. The school encourages generosity and hands-on service to the community.

Leadership & Professional

The leadership programme enables all Grade 6 scholars to develop organisational, personal, administrative and leadership skills. It includes a Grade 1–6 Buddy System, rotating class captains, and a Grade 6 rotating duty programme. Prefects are not selected in Grade 6.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

A broad sports programme offers a range of team games for boys and girls. Swimming forms part of the curriculum for Grades 1–2 to develop water safety and technique. The school has achieved national success in hockey, with the 1st girls hockey team named national champions, and its swimmers have represented Namibia in international competition.

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The International School of Walvis Bay

Fees NAD 6,750 - 42,300

Type Co-educational

The International School of Walvis Bay is an independent school in Walvis Bay, Namibia, founded in 2008 by parents with a shared vision. It delivers the Cambridge Curriculum, including IGCSE and Cambridge International A Levels, and is a registered Cambridge Assessment International Education centre. Learning is organised through timetabled LIVE classes each weekday from 8:00 to 13:00, supported by a dedicated learning management system and ISWB Digital, Cambridge's digital platform. The school emphasises connectivity between Namibian residents and a large international community, with students from Australia, Asia, Europe, the Americas and Africa. Facilities include a School Hall for indoor activities such as gymnastics and table tennis, a Netball Court and the Atlantis Sport Field for soccer. Extracurriculars span chess, gymnastics, netball, soccer, table tennis and volleyball, alongside music, arts and choir. The school also runs community service initiatives, donating textbooks and stationery totaling over N$200,000 in three years. To date.

Location

86 Hage Geingob Street, Walvis Bay, Namibia.

Stages

The school offers Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International A levels.

Type

The school is an independent school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Most students are Namibian residents; a large international contingent from Australia, Asia, Europe, Brazil, South Africa and other parts of Africa.

Country affiliation

Namibia

School day structure

Weekdays 08:00–13:00, live classes.

Application and registration fees

- Registration and annual administration fees vary by programme. For ISWB Digital the schedule published for 2026 shows:
- For some programmes: Registration + Administration = N$ 1,190.00 + N$ 450.00 = N$ 1,640.00 per year.
- For other Key Stage programmes: Registration + Administration = N$ 1,250.00 + N$ 480.00 = N$ 1,730.00 per year.

Tuition fees by year group (ISWB Digital, 2026 fee schedule)

- Key Stage 1 (Year 1–3)
- Total cost per month: N$ 3,080.00.
- Total cost per annum: N$ 30,800.00.
- Per-term amount (calculated by dividing the annual tuition into three equal terms; the school year runs January–November): N$ 10,266.67 per term.

- Key Stage 2 (Year 4–6)
- Total cost per month: N$ 3,255.00.
- Total cost per annum (six subjects): N$ 32,550.00.
- Per-term amount (annual ÷ 3): N$ 10,850.00 per term.

- Key Stage 3 (Year 7–8)
- Total cost per month for six subjects: N$ 4,050.00.
- Additional compulsory Algebra: N$ 180.00 per month (N$ 1,800.00 per annum).
- Total cost per annum: N$ 40,500.00 (plus N$ 1,800.00 where Algebra applies).
- Per-term amount: N$ 13,500.00 per term (plus Algebra N$ 600.00 per term where applicable).

- IGCSE (Year 9–10 / IGCSE 1 & 2)
- IGCSE subjects are priced per subject: N$ 675.00 per subject per month for 10 months.
- Implied annual cost per subject (10 months): N$ 6,750.00.
- Per-term cost per subject (annual ÷ 3): N$ 2,250.00 per subject per term.
- Note: Cambridge exam registration and exam fees are excluded from these subject costs.

- AS / A Level
- AS/A level subjects: N$ 1,105.00 per subject per month for 10 months (implied annual N$ 11,050.00 per subject).
- Mathematics (A level) special rate: N$ 1,700.00 per month for 10 months (implied annual N$ 17,000.00).
- Per-term amounts (annual ÷ 3): AS/A level subject N$ 3,683.33 per term; Mathematics N$ 5,666.67 per term.
- Note: Cambridge examination registration and exam fees are excluded.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment options offered:
- Lump-sum at registration (annual payment) with a 5% discount.
- Two installments: 50% at registration; 50% on or before 5 June.
- Three installments: 35% at registration; 35% on or before 5 May; 30% on or before 5 August.
- Debit order over ten months (monthly debit order) with final payment date as specified by the school.
- Payments must show the student's full name.

- Fees explicitly exclude Cambridge exam registration and examination fees, textbooks and stationery; these must be budgeted and paid separately.

Boarding fees

- ISWB Digital operates as an online/digital Cambridge-accredited programme and does not list boarding provision; no boarding fees apply for the digital programme.

Other costs and compulsory extras

- Textbooks, stationery and Cambridge examination fees are additional costs and are not included in the tuition figures.
- Book rental, where offered, and specific kit items (for example a school t‑shirt) are separate charges in some cases; the 2026 fee documents note an adjustment related to t‑shirt purchases ("*Only applicable if no t-shirt was bought in 2025").
- Parents should budget separately for exam entry charges and any externally invoiced items (exam registration, exam invigilation, late-entry fees, etc.).

Refund and cancellation policy

- Once enrolled, the full course fee is payable and cancellation of the course is not permitted. No refunds are issued after enrollment.

Fee payment methods and bank details

- Accepted payment methods explicitly described include: lump-sum payment, instalments, debit-order (monthly) and bank transfer using the school bank account.
- Bank details shown for ISWB Digital payments (Bank Windhoek): Account number 8051311971, Branch code 481-872. Payments must clearly reflect the student's name.

Notes on amounts and calculations

- Per-term figures in this overview were calculated by dividing the published annual tuition by three equal terms (the school's Cambridge year runs January–November). Monthly figures published by the school are also shown where provided (many subject and programme fees are quoted as a per-month rate over a 10‑month billing period).

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The International School of Walvis Bay offers a broad range of social and cultural activities, including music and arts. It serves a diverse international community with Namibian residents and students from around the world. The school emphasizes social belonging and community, reflecting its global student body. Cambridge curriculum delivery uses a digital learning platform and timetabled live classes, supporting collaborative learning and peer engagement. Most students are Namibian residents, with a large contingent from Australia, Asia, Europe, Brazil, South Africa and other African countries.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school offers Cambridge IGCSE English First Language and English Second Language as part of its subject offerings.

Safeguarding

The school operates a Child Protection and eSafety Policy to protect the well-being of all children, aligned with Namibia's obligations under the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child and other international agreements. The policy aims to protect children online and offline and includes procedures for reporting concerns, safeguarding training for staff, and a designated safeguarding lead. Online safety is addressed through guidelines for dealing with social media, cyberbullying, and appropriate use of technology; parental consent and privacy considerations are emphasized, including rules about posting photos or videos of children. Roles and responsibilities are defined for the Principal, Safeguarding Lead, teaching and support staff, a safeguarding lead, and a Child Protection Officer, as well as students and parents, with clear expectations for reporting and responding to concerns. Data and privacy protections reference FERPA and COPPA where applicable and outline procedures to protect student information and respond to incidents. The policy commits to ongoing monitoring, training, and updates to ensure safeguarding remains integrated with Cambridge International requirements.

History

The International School of Walvis Bay is an independent school founded in 2008 by a group of dedicated parents with a vision. It offers the Cambridge Curriculum and is a registered Cambridge Assessment International Education school. The school is described as high achieving in academics and offers a wide range of social and cultural activities including music and arts. Most of the current students are Namibian residents, with a large contingent from Australia, Asia, Europe, Brazil, South Africa and various parts of Africa as well.

Community

The ISWB community is diverse and international. Most students are Namibian residents, with a large contingent from Australia, Asia, Europe, Brazil, South Africa and various parts of Africa. The school is rich in diversity and caters for the large international community with a wide range of social and cultural activities including music and arts.

Facilities Overview

Independent school established in 2008. Cambridge Curriculum is offered, including Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International A Levels. Learning is delivered through timetabled LIVE classes every weekday from 8am to 1pm using a digital learning management system with substantial teacher contact time. ISWB uses digital technology to support learning through ISWB Digital. The student body includes Namibian residents and a large international community.

Sports Facilities

Sports facilities include a School Hall for indoor activities such as gymnastics, chess, and table tennis. A Netball Court is available on site. The Atlantis Sport Field is used for soccer. Volleyball and other activities are conducted in the School Hall.

Academic Facilities

Cambridge Curriculum is offered, including Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International A Levels. Timetabled LIVE classes every weekday from 8am to 1pm are delivered with a structured program through a cutting-edge learning management system and substantial teacher contact time. ISWB is a registered Cambridge Assessment International Education school. ISWB Digital is Cambridge Digital Platform and operates as an extension of Cambridge education.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Extracurricular activities include Chess, Gymnastics, Netball, Soccer, Table Tennis, and Volleyball.

Academic & Intellectual

The school offers the Cambridge curriculum, including Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International A Levels. It is a Cambridge International Centre. Timetabled LIVE classes run every weekday from 08:00 to 13:00 and are supported by a learning management system with substantial teacher contact time.

Arts & Creative

The school provides a wide variety of social and cultural activities including music and arts. Choir is offered as an extracurricular activity. Music and arts participation is encouraged as part of student life.

Social & Hobbies

Choir, Netball, and Soccer are offered as extracurricular activities. Volleyball Days are organized as school events. KS2 hosts a Spelling Bee as part of school life.

Community & Service

The school donates textbooks and stationery to disadvantaged schools. Donated materials total over N$200,000 in the last three years.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Sports include netball and soccer for Years 4–6. Choir supports creative expression and wellbeing. Volleyball Days are scheduled as part of school events. Participation in sports and music promotes physical and social wellbeing.

Admissions

1. Complete the ISWB Digital Application Form. The form collects the student's personal details, the parents' contact details, and the course selection (KS1–KS3; IGCSE 1/2; AS/A Level). The Terms and Conditions are included and must be read and signed; the Terms govern the services and payment arrangements, including a debit order. Parental consent and contact details are collected as part of the registration.

2. Pay the registration fee and the first instalment to activate access. After payment, the student will be invited to join Google Classroom set up by the tutor, where all worksheets, videos, assignments and projects are posted. The student submits work via Google Classroom, and parents/guardians may be granted access for observation. The ISWB Digital course runs for ten months (36 weeks).

3. Provide the required information and join the digital classrooms. When registering for ISWB Digital, the student provides full names, cell phone number, and email. The tutor invites the student to join a Google Classroom for each enrolled subject and adds them to a WhatsApp group; if the student lacks a cell phone, the parent/guardian is added. You will be invited to join the classrooms after the registration fee and first instalment have been paid.

4. Cambridge platform and curriculum. ISWB Digital is a Cambridge Assessment International Education registered Cambridge Digital Platform, offering Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A Level subjects. The Cambridge Curriculum runs January to November and external examinations are set and marked by Cambridge. To take Cambridge exams, you must apply to an external exam center; you will receive guidance on the procedure.

5. Payment options and cancellation. There are four payment options: lump sum at registration; two instalments; three instalments; or a debit order over ten months, with final payment before the end of October. If payment is not received as agreed, you may be removed from the Classroom. If you cancel after registration, there is a one-month window during which you may cancel, but you will be liable to pay for the first four months; cancellation after four months may incur penalties.

6. Exam entry support. The school provides guidance on Cambridge exam entry for IGCSE and AS/A Levels; you apply to an external exam center to take the exams, and the school offers guidance on the procedure.

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