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The Heritage School Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe, Harare

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The school at a glance
Fees $1,100 - 1,990
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 850
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, Sinhala
Typical class size 28
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Leadership and Professional
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Heritage School Zimbabwe is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school in Borrowdale Brooke, Harare, serving pupils from ages 1 to 18. The campus comprises four departments—Hericreche, Infants, Juniors and Seniors—with Acacia House providing boarding and a Dining Hall. The curriculum blends the British National Curriculum with Zimbabwean requirements, delivering Cambridge Primary Checkpoint at Year 6 and IGCSE in Years 9–10, followed by AS/A‑level routes in the Sixth Form, including a compulsory global perspective course. Core Senior subjects include English, Mathematics, Sciences, Geography, History, ICT, Art and Design, Music and Languages (English, French, Shona). Facilities include four Science Laboratories, a Food Science Suite, two Art Rooms, a Music Room, a Library with a Research Laboratory, Apollo Hall and ICT resources. The 45-acre parkland supports sports such as indoor cricket, hockey and tennis, plus weekend trips. The school emphasizes leadership and service, with many Sixth Form students progressing to universities worldwide.

Heritage Drive, Harare, Zimbabwe

The Essentials

The Heritage School Zimbabwe has 850 pupils, typical class sizes of 28.

Location
Borrowdale Brooke, Harare, Zimbabwe

Stages
Nursery (Hericrèche) ages 1+ to 3+; Infants ages 4+ to 6+; Juniors ages 7+ to 12+; Seniors ages 13+ to 18+

Type
Co-educational independent boarding and day school

Additional learning support
Learning difficulties are disclosed at registration and assessed by curriculum support staff to determine appropriate support within the school's provision

Country affiliation
Zimbabwe

School day structure
Pupils must be at school before 7:10am; Infants must be collected by 12:30pm; Juniors by 3:30pm; Seniors by 4:30pm
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The Heritage School is a co-educational independent boarding and day school. Acacia House is the boarding facility with two wings (Girls and Boys) and a capacity of 150 boarders aged 10–18; rooms accommodate up to four boarders with en-suite bathrooms and access to common rooms, internet and dining facilities. Boarders are supervised by Housemasters and Housemistresses, with welfare support through staff and a personal Tutor system.

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is compulsory throughout the school and all uniform items are bought from the school uniform shop.

Food Options
Meals are nutritious and freshly prepared and served in the Boarding House Dining Hall; menus blend traditional with worldwide flavours and themed menus to support learning; Sixth Form students can visit the Pavilion Coffee shop for snacks.

Governance and Ownership
The Heritage School is governed by a board of directors.
Fees

Annual tuition at The Heritage School Zimbabwe ranges from USD 1,100 to USD 1,990 for 2026/27.

Application & registration fees

- Application form (on submission): USD 100.00.
- Interview / administration fee: USD 20.00.
- Hericrèche (pre‑school) registration fee (once‑off): USD 500.00.
- Infant, Junior & Senior registration fee (once‑off): USD 1,000.00.

Tuition fees (annual and per term by year group)

Note: Annual tuition amounts are listed below. Per‑term figures are calculated by dividing the listed annual tuition by three, reflecting the School's three‑term calendar.

- Hericrèche (Pre‑School): Annual USD 1,100.00 — Per term USD 366.67.
- Reception (Infants): Annual USD 1,220.00 — Per term USD 406.67.
- Year 1–2 (Infants): Annual USD 1,550.00 — Per term USD 516.67.
- Year 3–7 (Juniors): Annual USD 1,790.00 — Per term USD 596.67.
- Year 8–11 (Seniors / IGCSE years): Annual USD 1,990.00 — Per term USD 663.33.
- Year 12–13 (Sixth Form / VI Form): Annual USD 2,170.00 — Per term USD 723.33.

Boarding fees (annual; categories)

- Zimbabwean nationals: USD 2,000.00 (annual).
- African nationals (non‑Zimbabwean, within Africa): USD 2,600.00 (annual).
- International (outside Africa): USD 3,600.00 (annual).

Per‑term boarding amounts can be estimated by dividing the annual boarding fee by three (per the three‑term calendar).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- All school fees are due on or before the first day of each term; fees are billed termly in advance.
- The School may offer specific payment terms in exceptional cases; such arrangements must be approved by the Headteacher. Failure to meet agreed payments may result in removal from the register and potential legal action.
- Parents/Guardians must give written notice three months prior to withdrawal of a place; in the absence of the required notice a full term's fees become payable.
- The registration fee must be paid within the timeframe stated when an offer is made; the registration payment is applied to the School's general fund.

Other costs and compulsory charges

- Uniforms, recommended school books, sports kit and scholastic equipment are required purchases; parents are responsible for replacing lost or damaged items and may be billed for replacements.
- Some year‑group activities incur compulsory additional charges: for example, a compulsory Year 12 leadership/camp charge of USD 250.00 is listed for that activity; other cultural or leadership tours are run periodically at additional cost (examples cited at roughly USD 1,400.00 for certain trips).
- The School may bill for incidental items (lost/damaged books, extra‑curricular trip fees, selected academy subscriptions) on the next term's invoice.

Refunds and cancellation / withdrawal rules

- The application fee is non‑refundable.
- Withdrawals must be notified in writing in line with the School's stated notice period; if required notice is not given a full term's fees will be charged. All standard withdrawal and fee obligations set out in the School's admissions/contract terms apply.

Fee payment methods and practical instructions

- Local online payments: Paynow payment facility (accepting Visa and MasterCard credit/debit cards via the Paynow flow) and Zimswitch, EcoCash, Telecash and One Money payment methods for local payers.
- In‑person payments at the Bursar's Office: cash or card accepted.
- Bank transfers are accepted; parents should contact the Bursar/Accounts office for the School's bank details when required.
- The School requests that only one payment be made per child when using the online payment facility and that receipts are retained for record‑keeping.

Notes on calculation and presentation

- Annual tuition and boarding figures are given above in USD as listed by the School. Per‑term figures shown are arithmetic divisions of the annual amounts by three to correspond with the School's three‑term calendar; these per‑term numbers are provided to show typical termly billing amounts.
Academics

The Heritage School Zimbabwe teaches British Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum
The Heritage School follows an amalgamated British National curriculum and Zimbabwean curriculum across the Junior, Senior and Sixth Form. In the Junior Department, subjects include English, Mathematics, General Science, History, Geography, French, Shona, Art and Design, Music, Information Communication Technology (Computers), Religious Education and Physical Education. Cambridge Primary Checkpoint is taken by Year 6 and progress is tracked with termly reports. In the Senior Department, Years 7–8 include English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, a Second Language, Geography, History, ICT (Computing), Art and Design, Theology, Physical Education, Personal, Social and Health Education, Music and Food Science; Years 9–10 begin IGCSE with Year 11 exams. Sixth Form offers AS/A-level routes with three or four subjects in lower sixth and five-block A–E options for A levels, including a compulsory global perspective course, with many Heritage Sixth Form students going on to top universities worldwide.

Exam Results
As a Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) Examination Centre, The Heritage School has received Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards and IGCSE and A Level results have improved year on year, with pass rates exceeding 80% in the last three years.

Higher Education Progression
Many Heritage Sixth Form students go on to study at top universities around the world, including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Malaysia, Russia, Cyprus and South Africa.

Gifted and Talented
Music scholarships are available from Year 7 for outstanding musical talent; sport scholarships are available from Year 6 for students with considerable natural ability.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Heritage School provides a warm, supportive community with opportunities for personal growth inside and outside the classroom; the school emphasizes conduct expectations and a calm, polite environment across its Borrowdale Brooke campus.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The School is selective but commits to equal opportunity; parents must disclose any learning difficulties at registration, and curriculum support may be provided if appropriate to help the pupil cope.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Overseas entrants whose mother tongue is not English must demonstrate the ability to cope with the English curriculum and may be required to complete a written test in their subjects.

Mental Wellbeing
Pastoral care and student conduct expectations guide daily life; the school operates within a structured environment to support student well-being and responsible leadership.

Safeguarding
The School maintains admission and welfare policies to ensure safety and proper safeguarding, including standard checks during the admission process and a framework for assemblies, services and activities outside normal hours.
Parent Experience

History
The Heritage School is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school in Borrowdale Brooke, Harare, Zimbabwe. It is governed by a board of directors including David Austin (Managing Director), Janet Austin, Thomas Austin, Lucy Austin, Evelyn Pangeti, Julian Pederick and Fortune Pangeti. The school operates a British National Curriculum adapted for Zimbabwe and upholds the motto Alta Pete (Aim High). It is described as new relative to many Zimbabwean schools and features state-of-the-art facilities, with strong senior IGCSE results and Cambridge Primary Checkpoint progress.

Community
The Heritage School maintains a vibrant community with regular updates about sports, arts and student life. Highlights include the Junior Choir earning honours at the Ethnic Junior Choirs Cup, the indoor hockey team's match results, and Infant Department Book Day celebrations. Boarding is provided at Acacia House, and Heritage Sports offers fixtures, results and clubs for pupil participation.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has 45-acre parkland at Borrowdale Brooke. It has twenty-first-century facilities and serves over one thousand pupils aged 1 to 18. The school has Hericreche, Infants, Juniors and Seniors as its four departments. Boarding is provided at Acacia House with access to the full school facilities. Meals are served in the Boarding House Dining Hall, and snacks are available at the Pavilion Coffee Shop.

Sports Facilities
The school has an indoor cricket pitch and nets, a basketball court, tennis courts and a swimming pool. The 45-acre parkland grounds support outdoor sport and recreation. The Pavilion is used for sports and is shared with other departments. Weekend opportunities include borrowing Borrowdale Brooke golf course and trips to cinema or on adventure weekends.

Academic Facilities
The Senior Department has four Science Laboratories, a Food Science Suite, two Art Rooms (one for Seniors and one for Juniors), a well‑equipped Information and Communication Technology Laboratory and a Music Room. The Library is complemented by a Research Laboratory with internet access, open to Form Four and Sixth Form students. Apollo Hall is used for assemblies, public examinations and social gatherings. The curriculum is developed from the British National Curriculum and adapted for Zimbabwe.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Indoor Cricket, Indoor Soccer, Indoor Hockey and Table Tennis are available as recreation for boarders and day students. Outdoor activities are available for day students. Weekend opportunities may include shopping trips, adventure trips, golf and cinema trips. The school supports a broad range of on‑site extracurricular activities through its facilities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Heritage School operates an academic curriculum based on the British National Curriculum adapted for Zimbabwe. Pupils study Key Stage 4 leading to IGCSE and ZIMSEC (Zimbabwe National Examinations). Entry to Sixth Form may be subject to success in external examinations such as IGCSE or similar qualifications, with most students continuing with their courses or concentrating on remaining subjects as appropriate. The school uses two systems to provide courses that suit the individual needs of each pupil.

Arts & Creative
The Heritage School offers a dynamic range of co-curricular activities, including music. The Junior Choir (African Gospel) has earned Honours – Exceptional at the NIAA Vocal and Instrumental Festival 2026 and won the Ethnic Junior Choirs Cup. A dynamic range of co-curricular activities empowers students to confidently explore their interests and hone their skills.

Social & Hobbies
A dynamic range of co-curricular activities empowers students to explore their interests and hone their skills. The school participates in team sports such as indoor hockey, with results reported in school news (Heritage A 3, Hellenic A 2). The school fosters teamwork, sport and personal development through its co-curricular program.

Leadership & Professional
The Heritage School emphasizes leadership and the acceptance of responsibility as core aims. Hard work, enthusiasm and loyalty support this aim. The school's ethos is reinforced by a motto and its broad co-curricular program that helps students build leadership and professional skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Heritage School is set on Borrowdale Brooke parkland in Harare and offers boarding and day schooling. The Acacia House boarding facility provides on-site accommodation. The campus features twenty-first century facilities and aims to provide a high-quality learning environment.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches English Language; French; and Shona. A second language is offered in the Senior Department.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Entry Points: The standard entry points are Hericrèche (Pre-School), the Infant Department (Pre Primary), the Junior Department (Primary), and the Senior Department (Secondary). Sixth Form is Year 12 and IGCSE corresponds to Year 10, with non-standard entry points possible during the academic year. Eligibility follows a January 1 birthday rule for the appropriate year group, and younger applicants must demonstrate maturity while older applicants need a valid reason for different placement. Entry typically involves entrance tests and a current school report, which may include information about disciplinary history; the school does not normally admit pupils who would have faced removal for offenses in a previous school.

2. Registration: Parents/guardians must complete the online application with a non-refundable fee; submitting the application does not guarantee admission.

3. Admissions Timetable: All applicants sit the entrance examination; the School contacts applicants two weeks before the exam with schedule details; if there is no communication within two weeks of applying, parents should follow up with the Department Headteacher. Overseas candidates may take papers at their own school if arrangements are satisfactory; an interview is part of the process. Letters offering places and awards are typically issued within about a week after the exam, and parents must accept and pay the registration fee within 10 days.

4. Selection: The Heritage School is selective both academically and in sport. Preconditions include age and maturity, good health, and disclosure of any learning difficulties; selection criteria emphasize success in the entrance examination, a positive recommendation from the current school Headteacher, and well-roundedness. Overseas entrants whose first language is not English must demonstrate ability to cope with English-language curriculum.

5. Scholarships & Awards: Academic Scholarships may be awarded annually to Year 7 entrants and to Sixth Form candidates, with discounts varying case by case, based on merit and interview. Subject Scholarships (Music, Drama, Art, Sport, Mathematics, English) may be awarded to Year 7 entrants, with auditions or assessments for shortlisted candidates. Sixth Form Performance Awards may be available for Drama, Art, Design Technology, Physical Education and Music; contact the Registrar for eligibility and conditions.

6. Responsibilities for Admissions: The Head is responsible for admissions and the process is supervised by the Head; selection criteria and interview procedures are reviewed by the directors. Records related to each application are retained for at least one year after the interview, regardless of offer outcome.

7. Learning Difficulties: The School commits to equal opportunity and discloses any known learning difficulties at registration; pupils are interviewed and may be referred to curriculum support staff for assessment if appropriate.

8. School Fees: All fees are due on or before the first day of each term; exceptional payment terms may be approved by the Headteacher; non-payment can lead to removal from the school register and possible legal action.

9. Withdrawal: Withdrawals require written notice three months before the pupil leaves; this notice period also applies to withdrawals after acceptance; a full term's fees may be payable if notice is not given.

10. School Constitution: The Heritage School is a Private Limited Company and independent; pupils are taught according to the Heritage Curriculum, ZIMSEC and Cambridge International Examinations requirements; families agree to abide by school policies, rules, and uniform requirements, and the school may enforce disciplinary actions as needed.

Scholarships
Academic Scholarships may be awarded annually to Year 7 entrants and to internal and external Sixth Form candidates, with the amount of discount varying by case and awarded on academic merit and interview. Subject Scholarships for Music, Drama, Art, Sport, Mathematics and English may be awarded to Year 7 entrants, with auditions or assessments for shortlisted candidates. Sixth Form Performance Awards may be available for Drama, Art, Design Technology, Physical Education and Music; details and eligibility are provided by the Registrar.
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