Welcome to St Nicholas

St Nicholas Diocesan School is an Independent Anglican School for boys and girls. Its aim is to offer an excellent education and to provide a secure and caring environment where children from Grade R to Grade 12 are given opportunities to realise their potential. At St Nicholas, the needs of the whole child are catered for - intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual and cultural.

An overview of the School

The Academic Programme

The School caters for learners from Grade R to Grade 12
There are three departments in the School

• The Foundation phase, which consists of Grade R to 3
• The Intermediate phase, which consists of Grade 4 - 7
• The High School, which caters for Grade 8 - 12

The academic programme follows an integrated outcomes based education approach. The medium of instruction is English. All Learning Areas are provided for in the curriculum. The small classes and central location allow for extension activities and outings related to classroom activities. Independent Examination Board exams are written.

The up to date media offers access to information through the medium of a well-stocked library and extensive computer education.

Environmental and Social Responsibility Education are included in the curriculum and featured through school outreach projects.

The spiritual dimension

At the heart of St Nicholas is its Christian faith, which is reflected, in its Anglican ethos. Staff and learners use the School chapel extensively. A holistic approach nurtures the emotional and spiritual well being of every child.

Co-curricular activities

Sport

Although it is a young School, St Nicholas offers a wide variety of sporting codes including basketball, soccer, netball, cricket, hockey, squash, athletics and swimming. Physical education is also part of the curriculum and the values of good sportsman ship are fostered.

Cultural Activities

St Nicholas has an excellent reputation for cultural activities, which include music, choirs, a steel drum band, dance, debating, art and drama. Additional activities like keyboard lessons, ballet, chess and judo are available to learners.

Boarding

Boarding for boys and girls from grade 1 to 7 and from girls only from grade 8 to 12 on a full time or weekly basis is offered. Boarders are cared for by a committed staff, in secure surroundings, and the need of the children are our priority.

After Care Facilities

These are offered free to all day scholars until 5:00 PM. The surroundings are safe and well equipped. In the Foundation Phase, supervision of homework by experienced staff is included.