St Joseph's Marist College

South Africa, Cape Town

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 528

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, Catholic Curriculum, South African Curriculum

Typical class size 20

Introduction

St Joseph's Marist College is an independent, co‑educational Catholic school in Rondebosch, Cape Town, offering education from Pre‑school to Matric. The College delivers mainstream South African curricula alongside Montessori classes (available from Pre‑Primary through about Grade 6) and operates a Bridging Class and a Special Needs Unit (SNU) that the school states caters for up to 20 learners aged roughly 10–18. The school presents itself as multicultural, with small senior‑school classes, daily aftercare to 17:30 and a programme of arts, culture and sport; its site also notes facilities including historic buildings, a chapel and landscaped grounds. The school reports integration with Google for education; external directory entries describe the school as English‑medium. Distinctive features published by the school are the parallel Montessori streams within the Junior School, the on‑site SNU provision and the College's combination of mainstream and Montessori pathways from age three through Grade 12.

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Fees

Annual tuition at St Joseph's Marist College ranges from ZAR 55,961 to ZAR 113,699 depending on year group. That works out at roughly ZAR 55,961 to ZAR 113,699 for the early years, ZAR 71,610 to ZAR 87,020 for primary, ZAR 88,015 to ZAR 109,514 for secondary, ZAR 109,514 for sixth form. Expect an application fee of ZAR 3,750 on enrolment. Annual, termly (4 terms per year) or monthly (11 instalments).

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FAQs

Where is St Joseph's Marist College located?

The college sits on a single campus at Belmont Road, Rondebosch, Cape Town 7700, South Africa. It serves as a co‑educational Catholic school with Pre-Primary through Matric and includes Montessori options in the early years.

What age range does the school cater to?

St Joseph's Marist College educates learners from age 3 up to 18, covering Pre-Primary through Grade 12, with Montessori in Pre-Primary to Grade 6 and a mainstream Senior School from Grade 7 onward.

What type of school is St Joseph's Marist College?

It is a fully independent, co-educational Catholic school in the Marist tradition, on a single campus, offering Montessori in the early years and a mainstream curriculum in the Senior School.

What is the overall fee range, and how is it billed?

Fees range roughly from R 55,961 to R 113,699 per year, depending on the grade and program. Billing options include annual, termly (4 terms per year) or monthly (11 installments), with an annual‑advance option for enrolled families.

What is the application process and its costs?

To apply, complete and sign the Enrolment Application Form, attach required documents, and pay a non‑refundable application fee of R 250. If an offer is made, a non‑refundable fee deposit secures the place and may place you on the waiting list.

Are there scholarships or waitlists?

There is a waiting list for places. Scholarships are not listed in the provided information, but there are various fee arrangements (e.g., sibling or alumni considerations) available through the college.

What curriculum features should international families know about?

Montessori classes run parallel with the mainstream from Pre‑Primary to Grade 6, after which the Senior School uses a mainstream curriculum. Google for Schools delivers curriculum digitally with student emails @maristsj.co.za and Google Classroom.

How is academic progress supported in the Senior School?

Grade 8 has a baseline assessment in Mathematics, English and Study Skills, followed by weekly academic testing and an Academic Support Programme with a Homework/Study facility until 17:30. Class sizes in the Senior School are small, up to 25 students.

Are there opportunities for Olympiads and other competitions?

Yes. Students can compete in Mathematics, Science, Technology and History Olympiads and Expos, with additional subject‑based competitions and camps offered through the year.

What sports and facilities does the campus offer?

The school offers a wide range of sports, including summer tennis, cricket, swimming, softball and running, and winter soccer, netball, rugby, table tennis and chess. The campus includes extensive academic and arts facilities alongside sports fields, a concert hall and a chapel.

What arts and cultural opportunities are available?

Arts & Culture is a strong part of life here, with dance, drama, jazz band, marimbas, art extension, choir, Improv Studio and photography. Private music tuition (piano, violin, guitar, etc.) is available, alongside ensembles and performance opportunities.

What facilities support learning beyond the classroom?

In addition to classrooms, the campus offers a concert hall, chapel, and a Homework/Study facility for seniors, plus a variety of extracurricular spaces to support arts, sport and academic development.

What leadership or mentoring programs exist?

The Senior School runs a Mentor Programme that pairs teachers with small pupil groups for leadership and personal growth. There is a pastoral care framework and a dedicated Pastoral Care team to support wellbeing.

What clubs or extracurricular activities are emphasized?

Beyond sports and academics, students can engage in Arts & Culture activities such as choir and music, marimbas and drama, as well as service and leadership opportunities through Champagnat Club and outreach activities.

What wellbeing or safeguarding supports are available?

Pastoral Care focuses on emotional and social wellbeing, with mentoring, retreats and a holistic framework for personal development. The school provides a safe, nurturing Catholic environment and supports students' wellbeing through its pastoral and leadership programs.

Is boarding available at St Joseph's Marist College?

Boarding is not indicated in the information provided; the college operates as a day school on a single campus.

What does the school uniform entail?

There are Summer and Winter uniforms for Pre‑Primary through Grade 12. Summer uniforms include navy shorts for younger pupils and camel shorts or camel skirts for older students, with a navy Marist jersey and blazer as appropriate; Winter adds the blazer and navy jersey. Most items can be purchased at School and Leisure.

How does the school structure its houses and inter‑house activities?

The college runs an inter‑house system with annual inter‑house events, including athletics and other competitions, fostering healthy competition and community spirit.

Are there any notable affiliations or networks the school belongs to?

St Joseph's Marist College is part of the South African Marist school network, alongside four other Marist schools in the country, which reflects its Catholic Marist tradition and educational ethos.

What accreditations or formal awards does the school hold?

No accreditations or awards are listed in the provided information.

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