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Legae Academy

Botswana, Gaborone

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees BWP 93,900 - 110,000
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 700
Type Co-educational
Opened 1992
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, French
Typical class size 11
Strengths STEM, Sport, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Senior Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Legae Academy, located at 19893 Hatsalatladi Way in Gaborone, Botswana, offers Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels. Most subjects are taught at Extended Level with some at Core Level, and most students take the IGCSE examinations at the end of Form 5 (October/November), with May/June sittings possible in special cases. The school opened in 1992 to provide access to quality secondary education at a lower cost; Violet Hamilton founded Legae Academy and Legae English Medium Primary School in 1983. Legae is locally owned and managed, overseen by an independent Board of Governors including parent representatives. It is certified as Oxford, Cambridge, and RSA Examinations Centre and a Cambridge English ATS centre. Facilities include 23 classrooms, eight science labs, two art studios, a music room, A-Level study centre, computer labs, library, Eco Park, and a multi-purpose hall. The campus supports sports and 24-hour security with tuck shops.

19893 Hatsalatladi Way, Gaborone, Botswana

The Essentials

Legae Academy has 700 pupils, typical class sizes of 11, instruction in English.

Location
Legae Academy is located at 19893 Hatsalatladi Way, Gaborone, Botswana. The postal address is P.O Box 750, Mogoditshane.

Stages
Cambridge IGCSE (secondary) with AS and A-Level Programme.

Type
Private school

Country affiliation
Botswana
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Legae Academy branded uniform items are available from Brandz Unlimited stores in Riverwalk and Railpark malls. Hours are 09:00–19:00 Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:00 Saturday, and 09:00–15:00 Sunday; purchases are in-store and not through the school accounts. Other uniform items may be purchased elsewhere.

Food Options
Three Tuck Shops operate on campus offering a range of refreshments for students. They provide on-site meals during breaks and lunchtimes, reducing the need to leave campus.

Governance and Ownership
Legae Academy is citizen-owned and managed. Independent Boards of Governors oversee Legae Academy and Legae English Medium Primary School, including administrative team members, government and parent representatives, corporate directors and additional members, in line with the Education Act.
Fees

Annual tuition at Legae Academy ranges from BWP 93,900 to BWP 110,000 for 2026/27.

Overview and billing schedule

- All school payments are to be made to the Bursar's Office at the academy.
- The school year is divided into three terms. For Form 1–4 tuition is payable in three termly instalments; for Form 5 and for AS/A2 levels tuition is payable in two instalments at the beginnings of the first two terms, as shown below.

Tuition fees (annual and termly) — secondary and sixth form

- Form 1–4 tuition: BWP 93,900.00 per annum. Payable in three terms at BWP 31,300.00 per term.

- Form 5 tuition: BWP 93,900.00 per annum. Payable in two instalments at the beginning of the first two terms (BWP 46,950.00 per instalment).

- AS Level tuition: BWP 110,000.00 per annum. Payable in two instalments at the beginning of the first two terms (BWP 55,000.00 per instalment).

- A2 Level tuition: BWP 110,000.00 per annum. Payable in two instalments at the beginning of the first two terms (BWP 55,000.00 per instalment).

Other compulsory fees and levies

- Registration fee: BWP 400.00.

- Development levy (Forms 1–5): BWP 5,000.00 (non‑refundable).

- AS and A2 security deposit: BWP 6,000.00. BWP 4,000.00 of this deposit will be refunded on successful completion of the school clearance procedure.

Other costs (uniform, identity card replacement, etc.)

- Branded school uniform items are available from Brandz Unlimited (Riverwalk and Railpark malls). Uniform purchases are paid directly to Brandz Unlimited; the shop accepts cash and onsite credit card payments. Purchases of uniform may not be charged to the school account.

- Identity card replacement fee: BWP 120.00.

- Other normal incidental costs (school books, stationery, examination entry fees, co‑curricular activity fees, transport or private tutoring where applicable) are not itemised in this schedule and should be budgeted for separately.

Boarding fees

- No boarding provision or boarding fees are included in the published fee schedule; boarding is not listed as part of the school's fee items.

Refund information

- The development levy for Forms 1–5 is explicitly non‑refundable.

- The AS/A2 security deposit is partially refundable: BWP 4,000.00 is refundable following successful completion of the clearance procedure; the remainder is retained.

Fee payment terms and options

- All school fee payments are required to be made to the Bursar's Office at the academy.

- Uniform payments are made directly to the external uniform supplier (Brandz Unlimited) where cash and onsite credit card payments are accepted; uniform purchases may not be charged to the school account.

Summary of headline amounts (for quick reference)

- Form 1–4 tuition: BWP 93,900.00 per year (BWP 31,300.00 per term).
- Form 5 tuition: BWP 93,900.00 per year (BWP 46,950.00 per instalment — two instalments).
- AS/A2 tuition: BWP 110,000.00 per year (BWP 55,000.00 per instalment — two instalments).
- Registration fee: BWP 400.00.
- Development levy (Form 1–5): BWP 5,000.00 (non‑refundable).
- AS/A2 security deposit: BWP 6,000.00 (BWP 4,000.00 refundable on clearance).
- Identity card replacement: BWP 120.00.
Academics

Legae Academy teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels.

Curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE is the internationally recognised curriculum offered. Most subjects are at Extended Level, with some at Core Level. Cambridge IGCSE develops knowledge, understanding and skill, including working and communicating in English. Most students write the final examinations at the end of Form 5 (October/November), with May/June sittings available in special cases. A broad range of subjects is offered, including Accounting, Biology, Chemistry, English, French, Mathematics, Physics, and more. Cambridge IGCSE is widely recognised by higher education institutions and employers.

Exam Results
Legae Academy has a very successful pass rate in Cambridge IGCSE, including a high credit pass rate. Students have achieved the Cambridge Top in the World Award, with 2016 being the latest year in which students have received this award.

Higher Education Progression
Cambridge IGCSE is widely recognised by higher education institutions; many universities require a combination of Cambridge International A Levels and Cambridge IGCSEs.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a holistic education that develops students as individuals and lifelong learners, preparing them to excel in their future endeavours as global citizens.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Admissions documents include a 'Disabilities, if any' section, indicating attention to special needs during admission.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the official language of the land and the school operates as an English-medium institution. Second language options include Setswana or French.

Mental Wellbeing
The prospectus discusses mental wellbeing, noting the impact of social media on learners' mental wellbeing and the challenges they navigate.

Safeguarding
Safety is prioritised with 24-hour security year-round to maintain a safe and secure learning environment.
Parent Experience

History
Legae Academy opened in 1992 to provide ordinary Batswana with access to world-class secondary education at an affordable cost. Violet Hamilton founded Legae Academy and Legae English Medium Primary School in 1983, reshaping English-medium education in Botswana. Legae is locally owned and managed, blending local culture with a cosmopolitan outlook to prepare students for tomorrow's economy. Legae means home in Setswana; the motto is every child is yours and the slogan Thuto go aga Botho translates to Education builds Humanity. An independent Board of Governors oversees the schools, including parent representatives; Legae is certified as an Oxford, Cambridge, and RSA Examinations Centre and a Cambridge English ATS centre, and MOE inspections in 1998 and 2004 noted efficiency and strong exam performance, with a 100% IGCSE pass rate in the last fifteen years and a 95% credit pass rate in the past twelve years.

Community
Hope Support Group in Khekhenye is a Legae Academy community service club that gathered donations for Khekhenye Primary School before the pandemic. The ARC Club (Advocates for the Red Cross) works with the Botswana Red Cross Society to aid the community. A gift of gratitude entry describes a gifting event noted by the acting Head teacher of Legae English Medium School.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Legae Academy has 23 adaptable classrooms, well ventilated and cooled, with multiple smartboards around the campus. Eight science labs are fully stocked to support Biology, Chemistry, Physics and General Science. Creative facilities include two art studios and a music room with instruments. The campus also houses an A-Level study centre and two computer labs with over 70 PCs. A large multi-purpose hall with a stage, sound system and pull-down screen serves assemblies and events, while an Eco Park, three tuck shops, a library, agricultural plots and 24-hour security complete the facilities.

Sports Facilities
Legae Academy offers extensive sports facilities: 3 multipurpose courts, 1 multipurpose sports field, 1 half-Olympic-size swimming pool with enclosed changing rooms, showers and lockers, a long jump track, and 3 cricket batting cages. A large multi-purpose hall with a stage, sound system and pull-down screen also supports gatherings and events.

Academic Facilities
23 classrooms are adaptable for any class size, well ventilated and cooled, with smartboards. Eight science labs support Biology, Chemistry, Physics and General Science. There are two art studios and a music room, plus an A-Level study centre. Two computer labs house over 70 PCs, and the campus hosts a library for study and research.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Co-curricular Activities include school clubs and opportunities beyond the classroom; Legae Sports provides updates on sports programs and events.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches English – First Language (Oral Endorsement) and English – Second Language (Speaking Endorsement). French – Foreign Language is taught as a Cambridge IGCSE subject. English and French are the languages offered.
Admissions

Admissions
To enter Form One, Botswana students should normally have completed the National Primary School Leaving Exam (PSLE). Candidates who demonstrate an equivalent academic standard may be accepted. Applicants to all forms must sit and pass an entrance examination. To sit the examination, the Application Form must be completed and the registration fee paid (P400.00). A copy of the birth certificate, passport and the latest Student Report from the candidate's current school should be submitted along with the completed Application Form. Progression through the Academy is based on merit. The development levy is a one-off non-refundable payment. Incoming Form 6 (AS and A2) students are exempt from the levy, but are required to pay a refundable security deposit (P6000.00). Fees are payable in advance three working days before the opening day of each term, and late payment incurs penalties (P100 during the two working days before opening day, P200 in the first week of the term and P400 after the first week). If an A-level (AS/A2) student withdraws during the course the parent/guardian is still liable for the total course fee. Places may be forfeited if fees are unpaid by the FIRST DAY of the term, unless prior arrangements have been made with management. When withdrawing a student, one term's notice is required or one term's fee in lieu of notice. The Academy provides its students with textbooks at no additional cost; students are accountable for any loss or excessive damage to books or other school properties.
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