WE ARE A WCED REGISTERED PRIVATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OFFERING AN ECD CENTRE, PRIMARY SCHOOL TO SENIOR PHASE (GRADES RR-9) AND AFTERCARE.

 

“BUILD A SANCTUARY FOR CHILDREN” – Ps Danie Terblanche 2015

This was the WORD (seed) in the beginning of starting South Gate Academy straight out of the heart of God calling Overberg Christian Family Church to look into the future, to hear His voice and to obey His Living Word.

“You will bring them in and plant them on your
own mountain—the place, O Lord, reserved for your own dwelling,
the sanctuary, O Lord, that your hands have established.” – Ex 15:17

The Overberg Christian Family Non Profit Company has been serving the schools and communities of Cape Agulhas the last 10 years through the Education Connection program. This has set the foundation in establishing South Gate Academy Private Christian School in partnership with Overberg Christian Family Kingdom Community. This is one of the many ways God has called this community in building a sanctuary to develop young people through excellent quality education, mentorship and training.

Core Educational Philosophy (full document available) of South Gate Academy Private Christian School :

• The purpose of education is to discover our identity and purpose in Christ Jesus and to equip learners with the necessary skills to fulfil this purpose in a meaningful way
• Creating a safe learning environment, stimulating an excitement to learn & develop
• Quality education & academic advancement
• We believe in the value of family, mature parenthood and healthy Parent/School partnerships
• Training in Leadership and Character by teaching Biblical principles and Kingdom culture values
• Healthy teacher/learner relationships, creating mentorship and individual attention
• Educational training model consisting of individualised, mastery and project based learning
• We believe in active community engagement
• We support diversity according to a biblical worldview

 

Vision and Mission Statement of South Gate Academy Private Christian School:

The Vision

To create a sanctuary for children to become mature human beings through quality values based education and a safe learning environment

The Mission is to

• Develop young people into mature leaders through discovering their identity and purpose in Christ
• Enhance and stimulate their learning experience through Multidisciplinary educational platforms & programs
• To provide a quality Christian based accredited curriculum
• Equip young people in their understanding of Kingdom Values and Principles according to Biblical foundations
• Train, establish and empower a functional and mature team of educators and mentors
• Provide a safe, sustainable, creative and self-learning environment through quality teacher-learner interaction and mentorship
• Provide controlled and motivated education balanced with individual learning
• Provide platforms for community engagement and parent training

Educational approach:
At South Gate Academy we have a BLENDED learning approach and focus on developing quality reading, writing, math and thinking skills, exposing your child to a stimulating learning program which is age appropriate and relevant. Our team places a high value on individual character and skill development in collaboration with parents. English is the primary teaching and learning language. We focus on Individualised & Mastery Based learning through tested curriculum and skill development project based programs.

Curriculum:
We use the AEE (Accelerated Education Enterprises) Pre School and Foundation Phase materials as our core paper based curriculum.
These are combined with various alternative methods, materials, projects and activities to stimulate learning and discovery of the child’s skill and interests (Blended learning).

We use the digital online curriculum called SwitchedOn Education  (accredited SAQA level 4) for grade 4-9. This curriculum will enable the learner to develop and learn at their own pace and mastery levels. The learner can personalise and customise their unique learning pathway. This is a first of its kind in our district.
The academic year of the learner starts when they enrol and after completing the placement test (if needed). Learners will also be able to excel into a new grade/level within the same year still.
Learners will qualify their matric with an American High School Diploma (accepted at Universities in SA and across the world).

Extra Curricular:
We give attention to the following as part of our holistic approach to development of learners:
– Sport, Music, Creative Arts, Dance & Drama
– Abacus Maths (specialised programs – extra costs involved)
– Baking, Veggie Gardening, DIY skills
– Educational excursions

After Care Centre:
We offer After Care for ages 4-13 yrs

Dedicated staff to implement fun activities and also supervise/facilitate homework (NO formal teaching/tutoring)
.
Open to learners from other schools.

Transport Service:

We offer a limited transport service for SGA enrolled learners in a radius of 5km from school. We have a dedicated driver with all necessary qualifications, clearances and ethics in order.

Holiday Program:

We have a holiday program during term holidays 2,3 & 4 for one week (to be confirmed each holiday)
This will take place every day from 08h00-17h00.
Learners will have to bring their own food for the day.

Please go to the Classes & Fees page for more info.

NB:

• Please see our Admissions Policy & Procedure
• Below find the Annual School Fees for 2024 determined (divided into 12 monthly instalments)
• Registration Admin Fees are once off, non refundable and not included in your School Fees.
• Discount is available when enrolling more than one learner or with a once off payment for the year
• All learners moving from other schools to SGA will have to undergo a Diagnostic Placement or School Readiness (Grade R for Grade 1) test at an additional cost prior to acceptance
• There is a limit for enrolments per class due to space (also subject to Terms & Conditions)

2. GRADE  RR:

Learners aged 4 turning 5 yrs in the year of admission

Registration Admin Fees: R650-00 pp
(payable with acceptance, non-refundable)

Tuition fees (for 1 year):
R14 400-00 pp
R1 200-00 per month for 12 months
Class size Limit – 14 learners

3. GRADE R: 

Registration Admin Fees: R650-00 pp
(payable with acceptance, non-refundable))

School fees (for 1 year):

R21 180-00 pp
R1 765-00 per month for 12 months
Class Limit – 16 learners

4. GRADE 1-3:

NB
– Acceptance at a level determined by Availability, School Readiness and Diagnostic tests

Registration Admin Fees: R650-00
(payable with acceptance, non-refundable)

School fees (for 1 year; including curriculum fees estimate):

R22 500-00 pp
R1 875-00 per month for 12 months

5. GRADE 4&5 (Multigrade class)

NB
– Acceptance at a level determined by Availability, School Readiness and Diagnostic tests

Registration Admin Fees: R650-00
(payable with acceptance, non-refundable)

School fees (for 1 year; including curriculum fees estimate):

R25 020-00 pp
R2 085-00 per month for 12 months

Compulsory equipment – a Laptop (4 gb Ram, wifi)
SGA Laptops/PC to rent:  a computer levy of R200-00 pm is payable

6. GRADE 6-8 (Multigrade class) : 

NB
– Acceptance at a level determined by Availability and Diagnostic tests

Registration Admin Fees: R650-00
(payable with acceptance, non-refundable)

School fees (for 1 year; including curriculum licence fees estimate):

R25 020-00 pp
R2 085-00 per month for 12 months
****Curriculum fees might vary and is subject to the dollar exchange rate****

Compulsory equipment – a Laptop (4 gb Ram, wifi)
SGA Laptops/PC to rent:  a computer levy of R200-00 pm is payableSGA

6. After Care Service:

Registration Admin Fees: R250 pp (Once off, non-refundable)
***Open during school holidays at an added cost for the extra time during morning hours

Time Slots and Costs (per learner):

0-30Mins = R150 pm
30mins-2Hrs  = R400 pm
2-3 Hrs  =  R550 pm
3-4 Hrs   =  R700 pm
4-5 Hrs  =  R800 pm (Discount if SGA school learner – R550 pm)

Day Rate = R70-00 per day

7. Transport Service:

We offer a limited (numbers & distance) transport service for SGA enrolled learners in a radius of 5km from school at a rate of  R450-00 pm

Once off per day transport on special request (only for SGA learners):  R50-00

8. Holiday Program:

Fees for 2023 Holidays (if holiday program is confirmed):

Times: 08h00-17h00
Period: One week (To Be Confirmed)

9. Extramural Program Fees:

Fees will be determined by the type and frequency of activities, tournaments, competition or event.

 

PLEASE NOTE:

The Application form is available at the Applications page. Please ensure to also complete the Terms & Conditions form. The Admission Policy and Procedure (available to download at the bottom of this page) will be followed for all new enrolments. This will include an interview with parents and possibly a diagnostic placement test of the learner for school readiness or entrance per academic level. Kids already enrolled in SGA will have the first option in progressing to the next grade class the following year. RE-registration required with a new updated school contract each year.

South Gate Academy Banking Details:

South Gate Academy
Std Bank Acc No: 061638544
Branch Code: 050410
Ref: Child’s Name & Surname
Proof of Payment: Email to admin@southgateacademy.co.za