Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
520 |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Afrikaans, isiXhosa |
| Average number of students per class |
24 |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Depends on the subject and grade level. |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Special Needs Class |
| Learning support offered |
Being an inclusive school, SGGS also has a class for children, who have specific learning challenges that cannot be met by mainstream education. In this small class, with a maximum of 10 learners, each learner has their own personalised individual education plan (IEP) to enable them to reach their full potential. Although they have their own learning plan that includes library, computer, art and music periods, these learners also integrate into other mainstream activities such as sport, choir and market days. The learners are guided and tutored by a qualified special needs teacher who is assisted by a facilitator. |
| School start time |
KG2 - KG3: 8:30 |
| School finish time |
KG2 - KG3: 12:30 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
For the pupils who cannot be collected at the end of the school day there is an After School Care facility, for which there is an additional cost. SGGS provides this caring and responsible supervision on Mondays to Thursday until 18:00 and on Fridays until 17:15. |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Ballet, drums, guitar, piano, recorder, judo, kids clay, living maths, Marimba band, music - voice, nature network, occupational therapy, violin, tennis, playball. |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Swimming pool, squash court, tennis court, sports fields. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
St George's Grammar School combines the richness of tradition with innovation while embracing the fast changing demands of the information age. SGGS believes in creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can build a strong foundation for learning from Grades Pre-R to 12 in an inclusive and diverse environment. The whole school is located on one campus in the heart of Mowbray, with each section occupying its own building. We offer an excellent academic and extra-curricular programme that includes space for spiritual growth, ecological awareness and appreciation of the arts. The school's commitment of service to the greater community is underpinned by our association to Round Square and the President's Award. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
One of the most precious gifts a parent or family can give a child is a sound values-based education. Through innovative education St George's enables children to develop their talents, treasures their uniqueness and prepares them to contribute meaningfully to society. |