ᐅ High School in Midrand ᐅ Reddam House Waterfall College

College in Waterfall, Midrand

Grade 8 to 12

Our rigorous curriculum ensures that students achieve their highest potential as they prepare for university education and the careers they aspire to after College education.

Our High School's IEB Matric results have been exceptionally consistent since 2015. During the academic year, teachers organise various student excursions, visits, guest speakers, camps and tours, all of which add interest and value to a range of subjects while also empowering our young students through personal growth and enjoyment of the curriculum.

Why Choose Our High School in Midrand, Waterfall?

Across all years, students participate in a technologically-rich environment, whereby they are provided with the necessary skills and tools to become technologically literate. Our High School approach encourages students to become curious and resilient risk-takers through extensive research, writing, collaboration and dialogue. In our supportive setting, students are engaged, take ownership of their learning and, in turn, demonstrate a passion for knowledge and problem-solving.

High School Curriculum

Our High School offers an internationally-respected curriculum that includes a broad range of academic, cultural and sporting activities. We aim to nurture individuality, talent, and self-assurance in a secure, relaxed, self-disciplined environment and understand the importance of education. Students are well-equipped to face an increasingly challenging global future with pride and confidence, and they are inspired to achieve true excellence in international education by their dedicated teachers.

We are affiliated with the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) and provide a diverse and stimulating choice of High School subject options. Our students participate in a number of Olympiads and benchmark examinations throughout their College education, which exposes them to different types of questions, learning styles and formats to build their mental agility.

College Entry Requirements

All High School applicants must sit an entrance exam covering English and Mathematics. Prospective students are also encouraged to spend a day with us in the grade they wish to join. The school will determine admission based on entrance exam results, an interview with senior management, and the content of academic reports, which are to be provided by the student's current school.

High School Subjects

High School subjects include:

English
Afrikaans
IsiZulu
Mathematics
Mathematical Literacy from Grade 10 only
Physical Sciences
Life Sciences
Geography
History
French
Business Studies
Accounting
Drama
Visual Arts
Dance Studies
Music
Information Technology
Computer Applications Technology
Further Studies English
Further Studies Mathematics
Life Orientation

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High School Teachers

Our High School teaching staff form strong relationships with their students and show that they care about them as people. Our teachers are warm, accessible, enthusiastic and caring. Our teachers often stay after school and make themselves available to students and parents who require their support.

We appreciate each student for the individual that they are and encourage our students to understand that each day offers a new opportunity for them to be the best versions of themselves. High School staff relish seeing our students' confidence increase when they reach that "AHA" moment in class and find their place within our school.

At the High School level, we offer various student interventions to ensure academic, emotional and social well-being. Interventions include extra lessons, counselling, small class sizes and frequent teacher-parent engagements. Our staff choose to work here, and their fulfilment and positive dispositions resonate with our students to create a school culture of mutual respect and happiness.

As one of the best High Schools and Colleges in Waterfall, Midrand, we are proud to ensure every student gains an excellent secondary education, is able to explore their individuality and benefits from our commitment to servant leadership. We possess the special African ingredient of Ubuntu - "I am because we are" - and enable each member of our High School community to enjoy a successful educational journey.

College Facilities

The High School boasts world-class classrooms equipped with smartboards, smart TVs and or Apple TVs. We also have 2 lecture auditoriums, 2 art rooms, 2 drama studios and 2 springboard dance studios. Our Science Laboratory features 5 smaller labs and the High School canteen, library and academic pods are well enjoyed by our students.

Activities for College Students

Students in our High School community are given innumerable opportunities to explore the world around them and build their skills. We deliver a wide-ranging educational system that fosters practical and theoretical skills in academics, sports and the creative arts. Trips and excursions are organised in the areas local to our school in Gauteng and places of cultural significance near Waterfall and Midrand.

Discover how our College in Midrand, Waterfall, can support your child with an enriching education, student-centred teaching and fulfilling opportunities to explore their talents.

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