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Fees, terms, class sizes, curriculum and more.
Full fee details are kept in one current fee document, so it's always accurate. We replace it each year rather than editing pages across the site.
View current fee structure (PDF)Yes.
A once-off, non-refundable fee of R5,000 applies per family (charged against the oldest child enrolling), payable in full as formal acceptance of the offer, before your son's enrolment date.
We have made the application process a seamless online journey. Places are limited, we encourage you to begin your application early to ensure a response as soon as possible.
Simply click Apply below to begin your application.
ApplyDepending on your son's grade and additional information, the following is applicable:
- Grade RR do not need to complete a test.
- Grade R to Grade 3 need an average of level 5 or above from a recognised school, or an assessment with a staff member who will advise on school readiness.
- Grade 4 to Grade 12 need a 60% average from a recognised school, and/or a pass in our entrance exam(s).
Any assessment or exam that your son may be required to complete will be communicated with you by our staff, if or when it becomes relevant.
We offer a limited number of partial scholarships for exceptional performers, for example a head boy, or a boy with national or provincial achievements in sport or culture. Applications are considered on merit.
St. Declan's full school policies are found in the link below, last approved: 2026.
View school policies (PDF)We follow the CAPS curriculum and are assessed by the IEB.
St. Declan's runs a four-term school year, useful to know when planning family holidays.
View 2027 term dates (PDF)Yes, our classrooms have electronic whiteboards, data projectors, and broadband internet, alongside strong personal teaching.
Grade RR and Grade R, typically boys aged 4 to 6.
Learning happens through play, sensory exploration, and nature-inspired activities, in eco-friendly wooden classrooms with their own playground and bicycle track.
Boys in the Foundation Phase are taught:
- English Literacy
- Mathematics
- Life Skills
- Physical Education
- Afrikaans
Classes are capped at 18 boys for more individual attention.
Boys in the Intermediate Phase are taught:
- English
- Mathematics
- Afrikaans
- Life Skills
- Physical Education
- Natural Science and Technology
- Social Science
- Robotics
Classes are capped at 24 boys.
Boys in the Senior Phase are taught:
- English
- Mathematics
- Afrikaans
- Life Orientation
- Physical Education
- Natural Science
- Technology
- Social Science
- Robotics
Classes are capped at 24 boys.
Compulsory subjects include:
- English (Home Language)
- Afrikaans (First Additional Language)
- Mathematics (Core OR Literacy)
- Life Orientation
Elective subjects include:
- Physical Science
- Life Science
- Engineering Graphic Design
- Business Studies
- Information Technology
- Computer Application Technology
Classes are capped at 24 boys.
Boys in the FET Phase (Grades 10 to 12) receive tailored career counselling and guidance alongside their subject choices.
This helps them make informed decisions about university and life after school.
We welcome boys from Grade RR through to Grade 12.
Class sizes are capped at 18 boys up to Grade 3.
Class sizes are capped at 24 boys from Grades 4 to 12.
We believe small classes matter for how boys learn.
Our Foundation Phase has up to 4 classes per grade.
Our Intermediate, Senior, and FET Phases have up to 3 classes per grade.
Each grade is capped at a maximum of 72 boys in total.
We're based within Rietvlei, with:
- 34 classrooms
- Physical Science, Life Science, and IT laboratories
- A hall and admin block
- Three full-sized fields, including a 12,000 square metre sports field and athletics track
- A half-Olympic swimming pool
- A cricket pitch and nets
- Cross-country and mountain-biking trails
Our Pre-Primary has its own home in the Adventure Forest, with glass-fronted classrooms nestled among the trees and its own bicycle track.
We would encourage you to schedule a tour with our team, and get a first-hand experience of our facilities, and learning environment. Simply click Tour below to book a tour.
TourWe usually have an annual open day, with the date advised on our social media closer to the time.
In the meantime, you're welcome to book a tour if you'd like to see us in person, or take a quick fly-through video of the school right here first.
Tour Watch the fly-throughTimes vary by phase:
- Grade R/RR: 07h45 to 13h00
- Grades 1 and 2: 07h45 to 13h30
- Grade 3: 07h45 to 13h45
- Grades 4 to 12: 07h45 to 14h00
We're at the Rietvlei Lifestyle Centre, 101 Swartkoppies Road, Alberton, Gauteng.
On the sport side, we offer:
- Mini-cricket and cricket
- Cross-country and athletics
- Soccer
- Mountain biking
- Swimming
- Touch rugby and rugby
On the culture side, boys can take part in:
- Eisteddfod
- Chess club
- School plays
- Photography
There's a strong outdoor focus throughout.
Yes, our Boy Scouts programme helps boys build skills, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the world around them.
Most outings and extra-murals carry no extra cost.
Where we do use an external provider, like a driving range for our golfers, we negotiate a discounted rate, and we use our own transport wherever possible to keep costs down.
Boys will need their own sports kit.
Yes, it's open to every boy at St. Declan's.
Boys can submit artwork or creative writing, or take part in public speaking, with registration and deadline details shared closer to the event.
Yes, boys can learn an instrument, join the choir, and prepare for external music exams.
Lessons are tailored to each boy's skill level and interests.
A traditional community celebration marking the end of the school year, with carol singing, a festive market, and worship bringing the whole school community together.
Yes, we have a homework and aftercare centre for Pre-Primary and Primary school boys.
Once your son receives an offer for enrolment, if you elect to sign him up for aftercare, we will share the registration details with you directly.
How aftercare sign-up is delivered still to confirm: a link sent on offer acceptance, or via the Announcements and Communications module once builtPhone: 079 524 5207
Email: info@stdeclans.co.za
Address: Rietvlei Lifestyle Centre, 101 Swartkoppies Road, Alberton, Gauteng
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Let The Adventure Begin
The campus from above5 min
See the campus from above in a 5-minute aerial fly-through.
Every family is welcome to book a personal tour below, and we encourage it.
Apply to St. Declan's
Let The Adventure Begin!
Gr RR to Gr 12 · CAPS curriculum, Alberton
Thank you for choosing St. Declan's as your partner in providing quality education for your son(s).
We will endeavour to make the application process as quick and simple as possible.
Create a quick profile so you can save your progress and pick up later, on any device. No need to finish everything in one sitting.
Documents you'll need along the way: here is a list of documents that you will need to upload, to successfully complete your application.
- A copy of your ID or passport
- Proof of residence
- A copy of each son's ID, birth certificate, or passport
- Latest academic report for each son (where applicable)
- Latest fee statement from each son's current school (where applicable)
We understand that you may not have all the required documents with you when you begin your application. That's perfectly fine. You can complete the application at your own pace, saving your progress along the way and returning when you have the information or documents you need.
To help us process your application efficiently and provide you with a decision, please upload each required document when prompted. All required documents must be uploaded before you can submit your application.
If you need to pause your application while gathering additional documents, simply return when you are ready. Your progress will be saved, so you can pick up where you left off.
Terms and conditions
Admissions Terms
By submitting an application, you confirm that all information provided is accurate to the best of your knowledge, and that St. Declan's School for Boys may verify any documents or details supplied as part of the admissions process.
Code of Conduct and School Policies
You hereby agree to the terms of the St. Declan's policies, procedures, and school Code of Conduct. Copies of these policies are available in the FAQ section. Enrolment is subject to St. Declan's code of conduct, uniform policy, and general school rules, made available to accepted families upon offer acceptance, before enrolment.
Mutual Agreement
Enrolment at St. Declan's is subject to a mutual agreement between the responsible person, and the Director(s) of St. Declan's. The responsible person may withdraw the student with a notice period of 3 months, in writing. The Director(s) of the school may terminate the enrolment should they deem it to be in the interests of the school, and/or the students thereof.
Right to Education
The South African government has guaranteed every child access to education, and therefore has the responsibility of providing such education through public schools. By completing this application, the responsible person agrees that the Department of Education still bears the responsibility of providing education for the child in the event that the enrolment be terminated by either party, for any reason, and that by admitting a student, St. Declan's does not relieve the South African government of that responsibility.
Fees
This application constitutes acceptance of our school fees policies, should you receive an offer from the school. St. Declan's will provide educational services to the student(s), in return for regular payment of school fees as set by the School. Latest fees are available in the FAQ section.
The School reserves the right to suspend or terminate attendance if fees are in arrears. In that case, the student will have to apply to public schools as per the RIGHT TO EDUCATION policy above. Should St. Declan's be required to make use of legal collection services and/or appoint and Attorney on collection of arrears school fees, the responsible person agrees to be held liable for the costs of such collection on a scale as between Attorney and Client, including collection commission.The parent also consents to the Jurisdiction of the District Magistrate Court in the event of legal proceedings being instituted.
IEB student registration fees will be billed separately to standard school fees, and when they are required by the IEB. The school offers additional discounts on yearly fees paid in advance. Should a child be withdrawn from school, St. Declan's has the right to withhold fee payments made in advance as the space has been allocated for that child for that particular year.
Enrolment Fee
Where an offer is accepted, a non-refundable enrolment fee of R5,000.00, per family (not per child) is payable within the offer's validity period.
Religious Affiliation
St. Declan's is a non-denominational Christian School, with Christian teachers and staff who strive to maintain a Christian environment. The school is open to non-Christian students, provided that both student(s) and parent(s) agree to embrace and participate in the Christian activites of the school which includes religious instructions, religious worship and PE. Your son(s) may also not wear any religious apparel whatsoever.
POPIA
Personal information you provide is used solely for the purposes of processing this application and, where enrolment proceeds, for the ongoing administration of your son's education.