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What is an Independent School?
What is an Independent School?
The term independent school is often used interchangeably with private school. There is an impression that high-fee private schools make up most of the sector. This is not the case. This is a fast-gro...
What Is a Waldorf School?
What Is a Waldorf School?
A Waldorf school is private school that follows the teachings and educational philosophy of Rudolf Steiner. Steiner developed a philosophy known as anthroposophy
An overview of the SA education system
An overview of the SA education system
Your child’s school life spans 13 years or grades, from grade 0, otherwise known as grade R or reception year, through to grade 12 or matric – the year of matriculation.  It is compulsory for all...
What is Abitur?
What is Abitur?
Abitur (from Latin abire "leave, go off") is a designation used in Germany, Finland, Lithuania, Bulgaria and Estonia for final exams that pupils take at the end of their secondary education, usually a...