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Parents can apply for their child to join Cowan House Preparatory School, which offers a holistic education focused on developing the mind, body, and spirit. The school serves learners from early childhood through senior primary levels.
- Who it is for:
- parents of children aged 5 to 12 seeking admission to a private preparatory school
- How to act on it:
- Submit an application via the school's website under the 'Admissions' section
All Senior Primary pupils are required to participate in sport twice a week, promoting physical health, teamwork, and resilience as part of their holistic development.
- Who it is for:
- pupils in Grades 4 to 7 at Cowan House Preparatory School
- How to act on it:
- Students attend scheduled sports sessions as part of the school timetable; no application needed.
Cowan House Preparatory School offers admission to students entering Grades 4 through 7. The school prepares learners academically, socially, and emotionally for high school through a holistic curriculum, specialist teaching, and values-based development. Families can apply online or via a physical application process.
- Who it is for:
- families with children in Grades 4 to 7 seeking enrollment
- How to act on it:
- Visit the school’s website, request application materials, complete the application form, and submit required documents. Attend a school tour or interview if invited.
Students in Grades 6 and 7 take Internal Core Skills Assessments twice a year to monitor academic progress and prepare for high school entrance requirements.
- Who it is for:
- Grade 6 and Grade 7 pupils at Cowan House Preparatory School
- How to act on it:
- Students participate in assessments as part of the school’s internal evaluation schedule; no separate registration needed.
Students in Grades 3 to 7 sit International Benchmarking Tests administered by the Independent Examination Board of South Africa, enabling comparison of academic performance globally.
- Who it is for:
- pupils in Grades 3 to 7 at Cowan House Preparatory School
- How to act on it:
- Students take the test as part of the school’s assessment programme; no individual application required.
Senior Primary pupils may join extracurricular cultural activities such as Drama, Marimbas, Choir, and Chess, which enrich their creative and intellectual growth beyond the classroom.
- Who it is for:
- pupils in Grades 4 to 7 at Cowan House Preparatory School
- How to act on it:
- Students register during term start; participation is open to all interested learners.
Aftercare is available four afternoons per week for Senior Primary pupils at the Knowledge Centre, which houses media, library, and research facilities. This service supports working parents by providing supervised care after school hours.
- Who it is for:
- parents of Senior Primary pupils at Cowan House Preparatory School
- How to act on it:
- Enroll through the school's administration office; availability is limited to four afternoons weekly.
Senior Primary pupils engage in community outreach through regular outings and fundraising for charitable causes, fostering social responsibility and civic engagement.
- Who it is for:
- pupils in Grades 4 to 7 at Cowan House Preparatory School
- How to act on it:
- Students participate through class or mentor group coordination; no formal application required.
All pupils from Grades 3 to 7 take Benchmarking tests to assess their academic performance against national and international standards.
- Who it is for:
- pupils in Grades 3 to 7 at Cowan House Preparatory School
- How to act on it:
- Students take the tests as part of the school’s academic calendar; no application required.
Cowan House Preparatory School offers enrolment for children in Grades 1 to 3. The programme provides a nurturing environment with small class sizes and teacher assistants to ensure individual attention. Children benefit from structured academic programmes such as Time2Read, NumberSense, and Thinking Maps, along with co-curricular activities and emotional development support.
- Who it is for:
- parents of children in Grades 1 to 3
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the school's online application process by visiting the admissions page and submitting the required documents.
Grade 3 learners are offered an overnight school trip as part of their curriculum experience. This trip fosters independence, teamwork, and adventure while reinforcing learning outcomes.
- Who it is for:
- Grade 3 learners
- How to act on it:
- Participation is included in the school programme; parental consent is required but no separate application is needed.
The school provides aftercare for Junior Primary learners until 17h00 daily, offering a safe and supervised environment for children whose parents require extended care beyond the academic day.
- Who it is for:
- parents of Junior Primary learners
- How to act on it:
- Enrolment is automatic upon acceptance into Junior Primary; no separate application is required.