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Preparing for High School

COWAN HOUSE PRIMARY SCHOOLRef: https://cowanhouse.co.za/preparing-for-high-school/

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Collected on 6 August 2026

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What this means

This document is a webpage from Cowan House Preparatory School outlining its approach to preparing Grade 6 pupils for high school. It details eight key initiatives, including high school introductions, entrance exam preparation, interview skills development, staff feedback from feeder schools, strong academics, leadership and teamwork training, exposure to boarding life, and collaboration with high schools. The school aims to ensure students are confident and well-prepared for the transition to high school.

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inter-school coordination initiativeOngoing

Collaboration with High Schools

The Headmaster, Head of Academics, and Deputy Head meet with high school Heads to discuss Grade 7 pupils after applications are submitted, providing valuable insights.

Who it is for
high schools and their staff
How to act on it
Engage with the Cowan House Preparatory School leadership team after submitting Grade 7 applications
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The Headmaster, Head of Academics and Deputy Head meet with respective Heads to discuss Grade 7 pupils, providing valuable insights as part of the process after applications to high schools.
exam preparation programmeOngoing

Entrance Exam Preparation

Grade 7 pupils practice entrance exam papers to build confidence and refine their test-taking skills for high school applications.

Who it is for
Grade 7 pupils at Cowan House Preparatory School
How to act on it
Participate in the entrance exam practice sessions offered from the start of Grade 7
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From the start of Grade 7, pupils practise entrance exam papers to build confidence, refine their skills and ensure they are prepared for the high school application process.
character development programmeOngoing

Leadership, Teamwork, and Discipline Development

Students develop leadership through a councillor system and build teamwork and discipline through compulsory sports activities.

Who it is for
Grade 6 and Grade 7 pupils
How to act on it
Join the councillor system and participate in compulsory sport activities
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Our pupils develop leadership skills through a councillor system, while compulsory sport builds teamwork and discipline, instilling values that will guide them in high school and throughout life.
boarding orientation experienceOngoing

A Taste of Boarding

Boarding is encouraged in Grade 7 to help students transition smoothly into high school life, especially for those who will attend boarding schools.

Who it is for
Grade 7 pupils planning to attend boarding high schools
How to act on it
Participate in the boarding experience programme offered in Grade 7
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Boarding is encouraged in Grade 7 to help students transition smoothly into high school life, particularly for those who will attend schools offering boarding.
skills development programmeClosing date not stated

Interview Techniques Training

Pupils receive training in interview techniques as part of the Life Skills curriculum to help them feel confident when meeting with prospective high schools.

Who it is for
Grade 6 and Grade 7 pupils
How to act on it
Engage in the Life Skills curriculum lessons focused on interview techniques
Closes
Closing date not stated in the source
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Interview techniques form part of the Life Skills curriculum; this ensures that pupils are able to engage with their prospective high schools confidently.
information sessionOngoing

High School Introductions

Local high schools are invited to give presentations to Grade 6 pupils, helping them learn about different high schools and begin the application process.

Who it is for
Grade 6 pupils and their parents
How to act on it
Attend the high school presentation events held at Cowan House Preparatory School during the Grade 6 academic year
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We invite local high schools to give presentations to our Grade 6 pupils and encourage parents to start the high school application process during the Grade 6 academic year.

Facts

Places

KwaZulu-Natal

Reference

https://cowanhouse.co.za/preparing-for-high-school/

Key Takeaways

  • Grade 6
  • Grade 7
  • high school application process
  • entrance exam preparation
  • interview techniques
  • feeder high schools
  • boarding
  • councillor system
  • 11 Dennis Shepstone Drive, Hilton, KZN, 3245
  • 033 343 3261
  • admin@cowanhouse.co.za
  • Cowan House Preparatory School
  • Cowan Cubs – Pre Primary
  • Junior Primary
  • Senior Primary
  • Headmaster
  • Head of Academics
  • Deputy Head