Admissions
The selection of the right school to suit your child’s personality and interests is one of the most difficult yet important decisions a parent can make. At Carlswald House Preparatory School, we do our best to place the needs of each and every child as a priority.
We invite you to complete the online application and join the waiting list. The application forms and fee structure can be downloaded from our website or you may collect an application form from the school office.
Please note the following:
- An application fee is payable when the online application is completed. Proof of payment should be sent to fees@carlswaldhouse.co.za.
- A copy of your child’s birth certificate and most recent school report is required for all Grade R – 7 applications.
- Once the application is received, you will be added to our waiting list and contacted directly when a place becomes available.
- Should a space become available, all Grade R – 7 applicants are expected to complete an entrance assessment.
- The Headmaster may request a parent meeting before acceptance.
2025 Fees
Application Fee: R400
A non-refundable application and assessment fee.
ENROLLMENT FEE: R7 000 per child
The enrollment fee is non-refundable. This is a once-off fee, payable once your application is processed, approved and you accept the place at the school.
| Fees | Grade R* | Grade 1 – 3 | Grade 4 – 7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANNUAL | R70 800 | R82 680 | R84 000 |
| TERMLY | R23 600 | R27 560 | R28 000 |
| 12 MONTHS | R 5 900 | R 6 890 | R 7 000 |
| 11 MONTHS (excl. Dec) | R 6 430 | R7 520 | R 7 640 |
- *GRADE R fees include mid-morning snack, cooked lunch, stationery, school outings/shows, concert costume, labels, birthday book and school magazine.
- Annual payment will receive a 5% discount payable up front in full by no later than the 31st of January.
- Termly fees are payable on or before the first day of each of the three terms.
- A sibling discount of 5% off tuition fees for the 2nd child is offered.
Compulsory Annual Charges
GRADE 1 and 2 CONSUMABLES LEVY: R 3 500
This levy is a NON-REFUNDABLE charge which covers: School diary, school magazine, school outings/shows, concert costume, labels, birthday book, IT development, daily writing books and stationery for the year.
GRADE 3 to 7 CONSUMABLES LEVY: R 2 320
This levy is a NON-REFUNDABLE charge which covers: School diary, school magazine, school outings/shows, concert costume, labels, birthday book, IT development and daily writing books. Stationery is excluded.
GRADE R to 7 GROUNDS AND MAINTENANCE LEVY: R 950 per family
Payable in September (maintenance of school grounds)
Optional
GRADE 1 to 7 MEALS
R1 300 per month. This is an additional cost for a mid-morning snack and a fully-cooked lunch. (There may be a price increase mid-year as food prices increase significantly)
AFTERCARE
Aftercare operates from the close of day 14h00 until 17h30 and includes additional snacks. A penalty fee of R200 will apply for late collection of children after 17h30 and R350 for collection after 18h00
Monthly Aftercare: R1 800 per month and a pro-rata amount during the months of April, August and December.
Flexi Care: This is an ad hoc option for random days in aftercare. Billed in accordance with the billing cycles at R200 per day.
UNIFORM
Carlswald House school uniform is available from the school Uniform Shop. A uniform requirement list will be supplied on enrollment.
Click here to order: Junior Prep | Senior Prep
345 SWIM SCHOOL
- Registration Fee: R250 (includes swimming bag and cap)
- R600 per month
4 lessons per month (1 x a week for 30 minutes) - R990 per month
8 lessons per month (2 x a week for 20 minutes)
345 Swim School runs from January to November.
BANKING DETAILS
3.4.5 Nursery School Carlswald cc
Standard Bank
Branch Code: 051001, Account No: 072405708
Reference: Please use your child’s name and surname or your account number.