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Collected on 7 August 2026
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Compulsory Class Trip (Grades 1–6)
Each year, students in Grades 1 to 6 participate in a mandatory 2-night, 3-day class trip. These trips are organised by teachers and include structured activities. They are designed to build teamwork, independence, and experiential learning.
- Who it is for
- students in Grades 1–6 at Hermannsburg School
- How to act on it
- No application required — participation is automatic upon enrolment in Grades 1–6
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Class Trips: Grade 1 – 6 These grades go away for 2 nights and 3 days every year for a compulsory class camp.
Aftercare Service (Grades R to 7)
Aftercare is available for children in Grades R to 7 who need supervision after school hours. It runs from 13:40 to 17:00 daily, with no service during mid-term breaks and holidays. Parents are billed monthly based on the number of days their child attended.
- Who it is for
- parents of children in Grades R to 7 at Hermannsburg School
- How to act on it
- Enrol child in the school; aftercare is automatically available if needed, with monthly billing applied
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Our Aftercare provides a safe environment for children from Grade RRRR to Grade 7 whose parents cannot, or prefer not to, collect them immediately after regular school hours.
Grade 7 Tour (7–10 days)
Grade 7 students take part in a compulsory 7–10 day tour across South Africa. This tour is designed to broaden their understanding of the country’s geography, culture, and history. Teachers and, where possible, the Principal accompany the group.
- Who it is for
- Grade 7 students at Hermannsburg School
- How to act on it
- Automatic participation upon being in Grade 7; no separate application needed
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Grade 7 Tour: Compulsory Our Grade 7 scholars and their class teacher go on an amazing 7-10 day tour to explore parts of our beautiful country .
Primary School Admission (Grades 1–7)
Hermannsburg School offers primary education for children from Grade 1 to Grade 7, providing a continuous learning journey from early childhood through to the end of secondary school. The school focuses on small class sizes, holistic development, and strong academic foundations using the CAPS curriculum as a base while extending it further.
- Who it is for
- parents of children aged 6–12 in KwaZulu-Natal
- How to act on it
- Apply through the Parent Portal or Scholar Portal on the school's website
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At Hermannsburg, children can complete their formal schooling from Grade 1 to Grade 12 without the disruption of changing schools.
Parental Involvement in Cultural Activities
Parents are invited to actively participate in school cultural events by cooking, baking, helping at functions, and joining fundraising and social events. This involvement strengthens the school community and supports student engagement.
- Who it is for
- parents of children at Hermannsburg School
- How to act on it
- Attend school functions and offer assistance in cooking, baking, or event support
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Parents are also asked to involve themselves in the school’s cultural activities, contributing by cooking and baking for functions, helping at functions and participating in social events and fundraising activities.
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KwaZulu-Natal
Key Takeaways
- Grades 1 – 7
- Hermannsburg School
- KwaZulu-Natal
- CAPS curriculum
- Aftercare: 13:40–17:00
- Monthly billing for Aftercare
- No Aftercare on mid-term breaks and holidays
- Class trips: 2 nights/3 days for Grades 1–6
- Grade 7 Tour: 7–10 days
- Parental involvement in cultural activities
- German language offering
- Penrose Golf Academy
- 2026 Key Dates
- Hermannsburg School
- KwaZulu-Natal
- Department of Basic Education
- Daniela Peifer
- Nousheen Mohammed
- Ms Hlongwa
- Dr P Ngobese