Plain-English guides to South African schooling — from choosing a curriculum to understanding fees, applications and financial aid.
What the Independent Examinations Board actually means for your child's education, matric results and university options.
Understanding the CAPS curriculum, quintile system and what South Africa's 23,000+ state schools offer parents who look beyond the obvious.
The "affordable private" option — independent management with state curriculum. Here's what CAPS independent schools offer and who they suit.
IGCSE and A-Levels in South Africa — who offers it, what it costs, and when the Cambridge route makes more sense than IEB.
The IB Diploma is the gold standard for global university entry. Here's what it involves, which SA schools offer it, and whether it's right for your child.
The real trade-offs between private IEB and government schools in South Africa, beyond the obvious fee difference.
Tuition, levies, uniforms, stationery — what schools can and can't charge for, and how to budget properly.
When to apply, what documents are typically required, and how to improve your child's chances at competitive schools.
How the government classifies schools into quintiles, how fees are set, and what parents should know when choosing a state school.
How to find and apply for school fee bursaries, from government programmes to school-specific scholarships and private foundations.
If you're considering leaving South Africa or want your child to study internationally, here's what you need to know about each qualification.