Theodor Herzl

Theodor Herzl is a multi-cultural private school, rooted in Jewish and universal values, committed to developing excellence in the individual within a community that respects all its different cultures. It is a vibrant school and boasts a preschool, primary and high school nestled between beautiful tall trees and wide open fields.

In January 1959, the first Sub A class was established. From these humble beginnings has grown a school that has built a solid academic record. In fact, Theodor boasts a 100% pass rate in Gr. 12 for the past 29 years and for the last 5 years all but 3 candidates obtained a Matriculation Exemption. In 2000 Theodor Herzl was rated by the Sunday Times as the top academic school in South Africa. In 2004 they were one of only 18 schools that achieved a 100% pass rate as well as a 100% rate of Matriculation Exemption. The entire class, therefore, had access to tertiary study.

Theodor boasts an array of exciting subjects, activities and sports! Besides the obvious subjects, additional fantastic subjects include Hebrew, French, Speech and Drama and Human and Social Science.

Speech and drama, Art, Music and Singing, Computer Studies, Guidance, Study Skills, Library and General Knowledge are all offered as part of the curriculum. There is a Science and Technology room which is a hive of activity throughout the term as the various classes use the facility to experiment and investigate the various tasks given to them. Sports include Chess, Cricket, Cross Country, Hockey, Soccer, Syncro, Swimming and Tennis. The School even offers the International Computer Drivers’ Licence Course. This is an internationally recognised computer proficiency course presented by the NMMU on the School Premises.

Theodor Herzl pride themselves in:

• the fostering of critical thinking skills in a relationship where the staff are not afraid to be questioned by learners
• Promoting self-discipline and the ability to make god life choices
• A multi-cultural environment that allows for exposure to a variety of cultures
• A curriculum that keeps abreast with modern trends and provides in the needs of learners
• A learner teacher ratio (10:1) that ensures that each learner’s needs are met
• The appointment of top quality, academic and professional staff that operate at the cutting edge of teaching developments

Pupil numbers are generally restricted to approximately 15 per class. They regard this class size as critical to their academic success.

At Theodor Herzl, one can see the difference. Excellence, uniqueness, top quality education along with a proven record of educational success is what makes them stand out! secure a future for your child with only the best.