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The dawn of a new school

CLAREMONT HIGH SCHOOLRef: https://claremonthigh.co.za/index.php/in-the-beginning/

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Collected on 6 August 2026

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This document is a historical overview of Claremont High School's establishment, detailing its opening in January 2011 as a specialized public school focused on science and mathematics in the Western Cape. It describes the renovation of the former Teacher's Centre building, governance support from Westerford High School, and the phased rollout of student intake starting with Grade 8 and Grade 10 classes in 2011. The school was officially opened on 19 January 2011 with 135 learners and aimed to serve a broad catchment area due to its transport accessibility.

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Grade 8 Applications 2027

Prospective learners can apply for Grade 8 entry at Claremont High School for the year 2027. The school is a specialised public school focusing on science and mathematics, located in Claremont.

Who it is for
parents and guardians of learners entering Grade 8 in 2027
How to act on it
Apply through the school's admissions process as advertised on their website
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Grade 8 Applications 2027
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Grade 9 -11 Applications 2027

Students in Grades 9 to 11 can apply for admission to Claremont High School for the year 2027. The school offers a specialised curriculum in science and mathematics.

Who it is for
parents and guardians of learners in Grades 9 to 11 seeking admission in 2027
How to act on it
Apply through the school's admissions process as advertised on their website
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Grade 9 -11 Applications 2027

Facts

Places

Western Cape

Reference

https://claremonthigh.co.za/index.php/in-the-beginning/

Key Takeaways

  • 30 August 2010
  • 19 January 2011
  • January 2011
  • Claremont
  • Molteno Road, Claremont, 7708
  • 500 learners capacity
  • 3 Grade 8 classes and 1 Grade 10 class in 2011
  • First Matric class in 2013
  • Western Cape Education Department (WCED)
  • Westerford High School (WHS)
  • Penny Vinjevold
  • Donald Grant
  • Western Cape Education MEC
  • Mr Donald Grant
  • Western Cape Education Department (WCED)
  • Westerford High School
  • Ms Penny Vinjevold
  • Claremont High School
  • Greenfields Primary School
  • Barkly House
  • Molteno Road Pre-Primary Schools
  • Claremont High School Staff