PREPARATORY
Welcome to Charterhouse, a place where we have the honour of shaping the lives of our remarkable students. Our campus buzzes with the joyful energy of happy children, while our passionate educators inspire, challenge, and engage them with a curriculum that embodies excellence and holds international accreditation.
It is an absolute privilege for me to serve as the Head of Charterhouse Preparatory. Each day, I am humbled by the opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of our incredible school community. The chance to work alongside dedicated educators, passionate students, supportive parents, and the extended Charterhouse community fills me with immense pride.
Witnessing the transformative impact we have on the lives of our students is both inspiring and fulfilling. I am honoured to lead this remarkable institution, and I am committed to fostering an environment where every child can thrive, discover their potential, and create a future filled with success and happiness. Together, we will continue to build upon the legacy of excellence and make Charterhouse a beacon of educational distinction.
Our core values of Pride, Respect, Opportunities, Success, Perseverance, Enthusiasm, Responsibility, Accountability, and Recognition of Excellence encapsulate our school motto, PROSPERARE. Together, we strive to empower every child to become the architect of their own success.
I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to meet and engage with every individual who becomes a part of our esteemed school community. Whether you are a new student, a dedicated educator, a supportive parent, or a member of our wider community, I am looking forward to engaging with you.
Your unique perspectives, talents, and contributions are invaluable to the vibrant tapestry of Charterhouse. Together, we will forge meaningful connections, foster a sense of belonging, and create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. I look forward to the shared moments of growth that lie ahead as we embark on this educational journey together.
Curriculum
Charterhouse is a proud member of the Cambridge International Primary Programme.
The Charterhouse curriculum is vibrant, challenging, and interactive.
English, Maths, and Science are Core Cambridge Curriculum subject areas.
Prescribed elements of the National Curriculum are covered.
Continuous assessments ensure necessary and timeous individual support, intervention, and goal setting.
Internal Cambridge Primary Achievement Tests are administered in Grade3.
International Cambridge Primary Checkpoint English, Maths, and Science Exams are written in October of the Grade 6 year. Candidates are awarded their certificates of achievement in January of the following year.
IEB papers are written by the Grade 5, 6, and 7 children . These papers together with the Cambridge papers are an effective benchmarking tool ensuring a reflection of effective and excellent teaching methodologies and standards.
Professional and committed staff actively engage the children in the education process.
Small classes are assigned Register teachers to ensure that the individual is nurtured and involved, whilst Specialist teachers cement specific subject knowledge and skills.
The inclusion of Thinking Skills as a curriculum area requires children to, individually and as a team member, creatively and critically process many diverse cultural, community, world and personal scenarios.
The Right Living programme promotes the Charterhouse belief that good manners, respect, and self-esteem are fundamental to a child’s development. A sense of pride and strength of purpose are values that are integral to the growth of every Charterhouse child.
Academic support
Academic support for Math and English available to students. By teacher invite only.
Extra-murals
We encourage our students to create a balanced school experience within and not limited to academics, sport, cultural and social areas.
Swimming
We have a Learn to swim programme included in our PE lessons for Grade 1 – 4 as well as development swimming after school. Our A and B swimming teams compete in the Joburg West Swimming League.
Cricket
We offer from mini’s to first and second team. Our boys and girls compete in the term 1 and 4 Summer League.
Soccer
We offer under 7 - under 13 soccer teams. Our boys and girls compete in the Westrand League and various 1 day and knockout tournament in term 2.
Netball
We offer from mini’s to open teams. Our girls compete in the Joburg West League. Our teams also compete in various tournaments. Our under 13 team compete in the Montrose Night League.
Softball
We offer T-Ball, Junior and Senior soft ball teams. They participate in the Joburg League.
Tennis
We offer from Mini’s to Senior teams. These teams compete in the Westrand Tennis League.
Chess
We offer Chess to Grade 1 – 7. Our teams compete in various local and district league and tournaments.
Hockey
We offer from Mini’s to Senior girls and boys teams. They compete in the D12 Hockey League.
Karate/Golf/Ballet/Charterhouse Sports Academy
Private extra-mural offered on campus.
Cultural
Our cultural activities take part in many eisteddfod and cultural competitions throughout the year
Choir
Music
Art Club
Tech Club
Drama
Marimbas
Outreach
School Times
Grade 1 – 3
Grade 4 – 7
