If you are searching for High Schools in South Africa, this EduAtlas guide gives you a clear province-by-province starting point. It brings listed options together so parents and students can compare locations, shortlist institutions and move toward the official application step with less confusion.
nnUse this page as a hub. Start with the province that matters to you, then open individual listings to check location, contact details, websites, maps and admission information.
nnnnnnnHigh Schools in South Africa by province
nn| Province | EduAtlas listings | Open listings |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Cape | 12 | Eastern Cape listings |
| Free State | 6 | Free State listings |
| Gauteng | 72 | Gauteng listings |
| KwaZulu-Natal | 33 | KwaZulu-Natal listings |
| Limpopo | 10 | Limpopo listings |
| Mpumalanga | 6 | Mpumalanga listings |
| North West | 10 | North West listings |
| Northern Cape | 2 | Northern Cape listings |
| Western Cape | 36 | Western Cape listings |
How to compare your options
nnA strong shortlist should balance location, programme or grade fit, cost, admissions timing and support services. Do not choose only from reputation. A nearby institution with the right course, curriculum or transport route can be a better fit than a famous option that does not match your needs.
nn- Check the official website and admission dates before applying.
- Compare location and transport from home or accommodation.
- Look for programme, curriculum or phase fit.
- Keep a second and third option in case space is limited.
- Use EduAtlas listing links to move from broad research to specific institutions.
Province guides
nnEastern Cape
nnEastern Cape currently has 12 High Schools listings on EduAtlas. Start with Curro Westbrook, Diocesan School for Girls, Get Ahead College, Harvest Christian School, Higher Ground Christian College, then compare the remaining listings in that province.
nnFree State
nnFree State currently has 6 High Schools listings on EduAtlas. Start with Christian Brothers’ College St Joseph’s, Bloemfontein, Curro Bloemfontein, Harriston School, St Andrew’s School, Bloemfontein, St Andrew’s School, Welkom, then compare the remaining listings in that province.
nnGauteng
nnGauteng currently has 72 High Schools listings on EduAtlas. Start with American International School of Johannesburg, Assumption Convent School, Beaulieu College, Brescia House School, Bryanston High School, then compare the remaining listings in that province.
nnKwaZulu-Natal
nnKwaZulu-Natal currently has 33 High Schools listings on EduAtlas. Start with Ashton International College Ballito, Clifton School, Crawford International La Lucia, Crawford International North Coast, Creston College, then compare the remaining listings in that province.
nnLimpopo
nnLimpopo currently has 10 High Schools listings on EduAtlas. Start with Curro Heuwelkruin, Kingfisher Private School, Mitchell House, Mokopane English Combined School, PEPPS Polokwane Preparatory School and College, then compare the remaining listings in that province.
nnMpumalanga
nnMpumalanga currently has 6 High Schools listings on EduAtlas. Start with Curro Bankenveld, Curro Nelspruit, Curro Secunda, Penryn College, St Peter Christian College, then compare the remaining listings in that province.
nnNorth West
nnNorth West currently has 10 High Schools listings on EduAtlas. Start with Curro Klerksdorp, International School of South Africa, Kitsong Independent School, Lebone II – College of the Royal Bafokeng, Lebone II College of the Royal Bafokeng, then compare the remaining listings in that province.
nnNorthern Cape
nnNorthern Cape currently has 2 High Schools listings on EduAtlas. Start with Curro Kathu, St Patrick’s CBC, then compare the remaining listings in that province.
nnWestern Cape
nnWestern Cape currently has 36 High Schools listings on EduAtlas. Start with Abbotts College Cape Town, American International School of Cape Town, Bishops Diocesan College, Bridge House School, Cannons Creek Independent School, then compare the remaining listings in that province.
nnQuestions to ask before choosing
nn- Does this option offer the grade, course or programme you need?
- Is the location realistic for daily travel or accommodation?
- Are fees, deadlines and required documents clear?
- Can you contact the institution directly before applying?
Frequently asked questions
nnIs this an official ranking?
nnNo. EduAtlas guides are practical shortlist and comparison guides. Always confirm final details directly with the school, college or university.
nnShould I apply to more than one place?
nnYes. Applications can be competitive, so it is safer to keep more than one realistic option open while you wait for responses.
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