Epworth School

Epworth School, founded in 1898, situated on a beautiful, secure 15-hectare campus in Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg (KwaZulu-Natal) is one of South Africa's leading independent schools. It caters for boys and girls in the pre-preparatory phase (Grades to R) and girls only in the prep and high school (boarders and day scholars). Leveraging a successful 127-year history of excellence and caring, Epworth is a Christian school with a Methodist ethos. Epworth Preparatory School is the perfect place for children to begin their journey through life and learning. In the pre-prep section, the environment is carefully structured to enable children from Grades to R to play and learn in the most educationally sound way. In Grades 1 to 7, the academic programme promotes critical thinking, problem solving and creativity. Lessons focus on developing basic skills, planting a firm foundation for later learning. Pupils are encouraged to become independent thinkers as this builds self-confidence and a sense of responsibility. In the High School, academic excellence plays a central role. The programme is underpinned by top teaching staff, small classes and an open curriculum, giving pupils access to a range of academic disciplines. A structured academic support programme, which operates outside of school time, stretches the top pupils and offers support to those requiring additional help. At Epworth, learning extends well beyond the bounds of the classroom. Thriving sporting, cultural, spiritual and outreach programmes complement the academic curriculum, encouraging discipline, teamwork and dedication.