COLLEGIATE JUNIOR SCHOOL FOR GIRLS publication
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Jazz Band (by invitation)
Girls may join the Jazz Band in addition to the Senior Band by invitation only. It is an advanced ensemble for selected musicians.
- Who it is for
- selected pupils in the Senior Band
- How to act on it
- Invitation-only; no public application process described.
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Girls may join the Jazz Band in addition to the Senior Band by invitation.
Teens for Truth (Christian group)
A Christian youth group for pupils in Grades 3 to 7 meets at first break on Fridays. It provides a forum for faith-based discussion and fellowship.
- Who it is for
- students in Grades 3–7
- How to act on it
- Attendance at the weekly meeting during first break on Fridays.
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TEENS for TRUTH Christian groups meet at 1st break on a Friday for Grades 3 – 7.
Foundation Phase and Pre-Primary Concert (Grades 1–3 and Pre-Primary)
The Foundation Phase (Grades 1–3) and Pre-Primary produce a concert every alternate year, one in the third term and one in the fourth term. These are performance opportunities for younger pupils.
- Who it is for
- pupils in Grades 1–3 and Pre-Primary
- How to act on it
- Participation is part of the annual concert schedule; no application process detailed.
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The Foundation Phase department (Grades 1 – 3) and the Pre-Primary produce a concert every alternate year, one in the third term and one in the fourth term.
Carols Service (Grades 6–7)
Pupils in Grades 6 and 7 participate in the annual Collegiate School Carols Service alongside Collegiate High School. Proceeds from the event are donated to Community Chest.
- Who it is for
- pupils in Grades 6 and 7
- How to act on it
- Automatic participation as part of the annual tradition; no application process described.
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Grades 6 and 7 pupils participate in the annual Collegiate School Carols Service together with Collegiate High School. All proceeds are donated to Community Chest.
School Choir (Grades 4–7)
Students in Grades 4 to 7 may audition to join the School Choir. Rehearsals are held early in the morning before school starts. The choir performs at school events, local Eisteddfods, choir festivals, and external venues.
- Who it is for
- pupils in Grades 4–7
- How to act on it
- Audition at the start of each year; no further requirements specified.
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SCHOOL CHOIR: Pupils are auditioned at the start of each year (Grades 4-7). Rehearsals are held in the early morning session before the start of the formal school day.
Eco Club (Grades 4–7)
The Eco Club is open to pupils in Grades 4 to 7. The school holds Blue Flag status, indicating environmental recognition. Participation promotes sustainability and environmental stewardship.
- Who it is for
- pupils in Grades 4–7
- How to act on it
- No application or selection process mentioned; participation is open to eligible grades.
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ECO CLUB (Grade 4-7) Collegiate has Blue Flag status.
Junior Choir (Grades 2–3)
All girls in Grades 2 and 3 may join the Junior Choir without auditions. It is an open participation group that performs at school concerts and events.
- Who it is for
- girls in Grades 2 and 3
- How to act on it
- No auditions required; interested girls can simply participate.
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A Junior Choir accommodates all Grades 2 & 3 girls who would like to participate (no auditions).
Concert Band participation
Once students reach the required level, they may join the Concert Band. Rehearsals are held before school. The band performs at school events, local Eisteddfods, and other external venues.
- Who it is for
- students who have reached the required skill level
- How to act on it
- Students must achieve the required level to be involved; no specific application route stated.
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CONCERT BAND: Once the required level has been reached, pupils are involved in the Band. Rehearsals are held before school hours.
Musical Production (Grades 4–7)
Every alternate year, the Senior Phase (Grades 4–7) presents a full musical production. In non-show years, inter-house plays are performed instead. Auditions and roles are assigned for these performances.
- Who it is for
- pupils in Grades 4–7
- How to act on it
- Participation requires involvement in auditions and preparation for the production or play.
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DRAMA Every alternate year a musical production is presented by the Senior Phase (Grades 4 – 7). Inter-house plays are performed in the “non-show” years.
Chess (Grades R–7)
Chess is offered as an after-school extracurricular activity and teams are entered into the local Junior Schools’ league. It is open to all pupils from Grades R to 7.
- Who it is for
- pupils in Grades R–7
- How to act on it
- Participation is automatic through the after-school coaching programme.
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CHESS Groups are coached after school hours as part of the extracurricular programme and are entered into the local Junior Schools’ league (Grades R – 7).
Music lessons (Grade 3–7)
Selected pupils in Grades 3 to 7 may take music lessons as an optional activity. Lessons are taught during school hours, and there is an additional fee. Pupils must pass a music aptitude test in Grade 2 and be re-tested in Grade 3. Those who qualify may start piano from Grade 3, provided they have a keyboard at home. Other instruments such as violin, classical guitar, flute, clarinet, trumpet, and more are available from Grade 4. Group and individual lessons are offered. Students are prepared for Trinity or Royal Schools of Music exams.
- Who it is for
- pupils in Grades 3–7 who pass the music aptitude test
- How to act on it
- Parents must request music lessons by writing to the Head of the Music Department. Selection is based on test results and availability.
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MUSIC is offered as an optional activity to selected pupils in Grades 3 –7 for which there is an additional fee. Lessons are taught during school hours. A hire fee is levied should it be necessary to rent an instrument. Grade 00 to Grade 7 classes attend class music lessons.
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Eastern Cape, Nelson Mandela Bay
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https://www.collegiate.co.za/culture/
Key Takeaways
- Grade 7s select 2 from 4 disciplines: Drama, Art, Music, Dance
- Chess coached after school; entered into local Junior Schools’ league (Grades R–7)
- Musical production every alternate year (Senior Phase: Grades 4–7)
- Inter-house plays in non-show years
- Foundation Phase (Grades 1–3) and Pre-Primary produce a concert every alternate year
- Teens for Truth: Christian group meeting at 1st break on Fridays (Grades 3–7)
- Eco Club: Grade 4–7; school has Blue Flag status
- Music offered as optional activity (Grades 3–7) with additional fee
- Music aptitude test in Grade 2 (twice), re-tested in Grade 3
- Piano: available from Grade 3 with home keyboard requirement
- Violin: offered from Grade 3
- Classical guitar: offered from Grade 3
- Other instruments: flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba, percussion, bass guitar, cello (from Grade 4)
- Group and individual lessons for piano and instruments
- Preparation for Trinity or Royal Schools of Music exams
- Participation in local Eisteddfods and competitions
- Concert Band: rehearsals before school; performs at school events, Eisteddfods, and external venues
- Jazz Band: by invitation only (additional to Senior Band)
- School Choir: auditions at start of year (Grades 4–7); rehearsals early morning
- Junior Choir: no auditions, open to Grades 2 & 3
- Carols Service: Grades 6 & 7 participate with Collegiate High School; proceeds donated to Community Chest
- Address: Kestell St, Parsons Hill, Gqeberha, 6001
- Phone: 041 396 4500
- Email: school@collegiate.co.za
- Collegiate Junior School for Girls
- Collegiate School
- Collegiate High School
- Community Chest
- Blue Flag
- Trinity College London