Pecanwood College: Best Private School for your Child

“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.”

- Malcolm X

The age-old debate on whether private schools are better than public schools is still raging. The most important thing for a parent is creating a happy learning environment to prepare your child for life outside the school gates. You’re faced with quite a challenge when selecting the right school for your child. We’ve narrowed down six factors to consider when choosing a school and why we tick all the necessary boxes.

1. Educational options

The 12 years spent in school are meant to prepare learners for the real world, making it essential to equip your child with the best education money can buy. Whether the school offers IEB or NSC, the end goal is quality training for future movers and shakers.

At Pecanwood College, we aim to develop graduates who can emerge as fully-rounded individuals, moulded by the College's ethos and opportunities. Our private school is accredited by IEB, which is an independent board certified by Umalusi. The standards of the board are held in high regard by International and South African tertiary institutions.

For a more in-depth understanding of our approach to academic excellence, please visit our 'Academic Excellence' page.

2. Affordability

Whether it’s a lump sum you pay yearly, or a monthly commitment, school fees, along with costs such as uniforms can add up. Considering the costs of your chosen school is a pivotal factor in selecting the right school for your child and your budget.

At Pecanwood College we have designed a fee structure that gives you the flexibility and convenience to budget according to your own needs.

3. Religious, cultural and gender preferences

Our independent co-ed day and boarding school operates from Grade 0000 to Grade 12. We provide a dynamic, happy learning environment that’s supported by a Christian-based value system. Here pupils can reach their full potential academically, physically, socially and spiritually. In this way, they emerge as well-balanced, productive individuals, who are “Prepared for Life”.

If your child is currently in Grade 7, you’ll be happy to know that we are an excellent choice among Christian high schools. This is because we place a high value on truth, trust, respect and stewardship.

4. Where it is located

The location of a school plays an essential role in a child’s school experience. It determines lift clubs and participation in extracurricular activities. More costs are incurred if these facilities aren’t available on the school premises.

Our weekly and monthly boarding facilities, which are available to learners from Grade 7 to Grade 12, offer 24-hour security and individual bedrooms with study facilities. The communal areas include a modern dining room and a laundry. It’s a warm environment coupled with structure and discipline to build independence and resilience in learners.

5. Available extracurricular activities

Pecanwood College offers a wide range of sports and other after school activities to develop a well-rounded adult. These include trail running, mountain biking, rugby and swimming, to name a few.

Please see the extramural activities we provide here.

6. Ability to keep up with global trends

Methods of education are ever-evolving and staying ahead of the game requires keeping up with technological advancements. Our fully equipped GO Lab, available to both Preparatory and High School students, exposes students to technologies such as 3D printing, entry-level robots, laser cutters, electronics and programmable electronics. These extensive facilities help to ensure that our students can increase their skill set and work readiness.

We are a school of excellence because we go beyond the academic side of your child’s development. We also consider the fundamental skills and competencies required to build children into functional adults. Our dedicated teachers are passionate and enthusiastic about each student and facilitate a balanced programme which covers our college’s five pillars.

Academic

We aim to develop the full potential of each individual. To create lifelong pupils who are confident, compassionate and multi-skilled through quality private schooling.

Sport

We provide pupils with sporting opportunities to encourage teamwork to reach goals and build lasting friendships.

Culture

All children have unique talents and we intend to capture, encourage, hone and promote those talents as far as possible.

Service

We strive to live our lives with compassion and courage in service to our community, country and planet. For this reason, we’re proactive with Outreach and Eco projects in our community.

Leadership

We assist pupils in developing their leadership skills, creating dynamic leaders for a global society.

School is more than just school; it’s a platform to mould, develop and evolve a young person into a functional human being. Pecanwood College is a quality Christian private school whose approach to education is to create fully-rounded individuals.

Please visit our website to enquirefor the enrolment of your child today.