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Michaelhouse (Independent School in Balgowan)

High school•Independent School•Boys School•🏠 Boarding Available

Now in its 129th year Michaelhouse has established an ethos dedicated to Holism. In an era marked by educational focus on a single area of endeavour – academic, sporting or cultural – Michaelhouse remains committed to its founder’s vision: to make not accountants, not clerks, not clergymen, but men; men of understanding, thought, and culture.

About Michaelhouse

Michaelhouse is a independent high school located in Balgowan, Kwazulu-Natal. The school serves 620 learners with 78 educators, achieving a 100.0% matric pass rate.

The school follows the NSC (CAPS) and IEB curriculum, providing quality education to learners in the Howick area.

Located in Howick. For admissions and inquiries, contact +27 (0)332341000 during school hours.

School Overview

Learners
620
Educators
78
Learners to Educator
This ratio divides total learners by all educators (leaner, educator numbers provided by National Department of Basic Education). It does not represent actual classroom size, which is typically higher.
7.9
Matric Pass Rate
100.0

📚 Curriculum Offered

NSC (CAPS)IEB

School Fees

Grade 12 (per year)(2025)R376 000
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* Fees are annual amount and include early payment discounts where available (usually between 3% and 10%).

* Boarding at Michaelhouse is compulsory and fees inlcude tuition and boarding.

Contact & Location

+27 (0)332341000
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Physical Address
103 ROAD.UMNGENI RURAL.UMNGENI.3245, BALGOWAN, HOWICK, KwaZulu-Natal

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the school fees at Michaelhouse?

Annual school fees at Michaelhouse are R376,000 per year for Grade 12. Contact the school for the most current fee information.

How big is Michaelhouse school?

The school currently has 620 learners with 78 educators.

How do I contact Michaelhouse?

You can contact Michaelhouse at +27 (0)332341000. The school is located at 103 ROAD.UMNGENI RURAL.UMNGENI.3245, HOWICK.

What curriculum does Michaelhouse follow?

Michaelhouse offers the NSC (CAPS), IEB curriculum.

Is Michaelhouse a public or private school?

Michaelhouse is a independent (private) school in KwaZulu-Natal.

Data Sources

Information compiled from: National Department of Basic Education, school official website and publicly available information.

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