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Walvis Bay Private School

Namibia, Walvis Bay

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The school at a glance
Fees NAD 27,132 - 53,000
Ages Not listed
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Introduction

Walvis Bay Private School is a co-educational Namibian institution offering a phased curriculum across four school phases. The Junior Primary Phase (Grades 1–3) uses Afrikaans as the medium of instruction with English as a second language; subjects include Afrikaans Home Language, English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Religious and Moral Education, Physical Education, Information and Communication, Reading and Arts. The Senior Primary Phase (Grades 4–7) is English-medium; Grade 4 includes English, Afrikaans Home Language, Mathematics, Natural Science and Health Education, Social Studies, Religious and Moral Education, Art, Physical Education, Information and Communication, Life Skills and Reading, while Grades 5–7 add Design and Technology. The Junior Secondary Phase (Grades 8–9) uses English; compulsory subjects are Afrikaans 1st Language, English 1st Language, Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science, Geography, with Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Office Practice and Design and Technology as options. The Senior Secondary Phase (Grades 10–12) offers NSSCO and NSSCAS; all subjects are at Ordinary Level in Grades 10–11 and AS Level courses are available in Grade 12; languages are compulsory, Mathematics is required, and options include Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Design and Technology, Geography, Accounting, Business Studies, Economics and Entrepreneurship. The school, founded in 1961, provides facilities for academic, cultural and sporting excellence, including science laboratories, ICT resources, and sports facilities such as netball astro courts and a hockey field, while hosting events such as the Desert Sport Festival and a vibrant arts program.

The Essentials

Location
Walvis Bay Private School is located at c/o Johnson Mabakeng Street & Nangolo Mbumba Drive, Walvis Bay, Namibia. It serves the Walvis Bay community as a private school.

Stages
Junior Primary Phase (Grade R-3), Senior Primary Phase (Grade 4-7), Junior Secondary Phase (Grade 8-9), Senior Secondary Phase (Grade 10-12).

Type
co-educational

Country affiliation
Namibia

Religious affiliation
Christian
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform guidelines require boys to wear grey long trousers or shorts with a white shirt and black leather shoes; Grades 1-7 wear WBPS jersey or pullover, and Grades 8-12 wear a blazer, with a grey or blue WBPS tie based on grade. Girls wear a WBPS grey tunic or trousers with a white shirt and black leather shoes, and wear a WBPS jersey or pullover; Grades 8-12 wear a blazer and a grey or blue tie.

Food Options
A tuck shop operates on site.

House System
Houses are Dolphins (navy), Seals (sky), and Sharks (maroon); interhouse athletics is part of sport.

Governance and Ownership
The school is registered as an Incorporated Association not for gain under the Companies Act, 1973, and is a private school with subsidy under the Education Act, 2001.
Fees

Annual tuition at Walvis Bay Private School ranges from NAD 27,132 to NAD 53,000 for 2026/27.

Application & Acceptance Fees
- Annual Book Fee (payable upon acceptance, new and re-applications):
- Grade R: N$ 1,400 (non-refundable).
- Grades 1–12: N$ 3,280 (non-refundable).
- The annual book fee covers classroom stationery (Grades R–7), textbooks and exercise books (Grades 1–12), study guides and learning materials, examination and assessment materials, school newsletters and communication material, and the matriculant booklet/prospectus.

Tuition fees by year group (published schedule and computed term amounts)
- Grade R:
- Monthly: N$ 2,380 (payable over 12 months).
- Annual total: N$ 27,132 (N$ 2,380 × 12).
- Per term (3 terms per year, calculated from annual total): N$ 9,044 per term.

- Grades 1–11:
- Monthly: N$ 4,410 (payable over 12 months).
- Annual total: N$ 50,274 (N$ 4,410 × 12).
- Per term (3 terms per year, calculated from annual total): N$ 16,758 per term.

- Grade 12:
- Monthly: N$ 5,300 (payable over 10 months to match the academic calendar).
- Annual total: N$ 53,000 (N$ 5,300 × 10).
- Per term (3 terms per year, calculated from annual total): N$ 17,666.67 per term.

Additional / Subject-specific fees (where applicable)
- Grade R: ActiKids / FunGym — N$ 120 per month (February–November).
- Grades 1–7: ICT fee — N$ 550 per year.
- Grades 8–12: Office Practice fee — N$ 850 per year.
- Grades 8–12: Design & Technology fee — N$ 410 per year.
- Design & Technology compulsory drawing set — once-off purchase N$ 1,250.
- Certain extra-curricular activities and specialised subjects may carry additional charges where noted. These additional fees contribute towards software licensing, project materials, equipment maintenance and classroom resources.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Payment frequency options available:
- Monthly in advance (Grades R–11: January–December; Grade 12: January–October).
- Termly (three instalments per year) by arrangement.
- Annual payment in full.
- Monthly payments for Grades R–11 are made over 12 months; Grade 12 is payable over 10 months to align with the academic year.
- Discounts and concessions:
- 5% discount for full annual payment made by 30 January.
- 2% discount for three equal termly payments (January, April, August).
- 10% sibling discount applies to the third child and each additional sibling concurrently enrolled.

Payment methods and banking details
- Accepted payment methods: debit order (form available), electronic funds transfer (EFT) with payments to be received before the 1st of each month, and a swipe (card) facility at the school. Cash and cheques are not accepted.
- Bank details for electronic payment:
- Account name: Walvis Bay Private School
- Bank: Bank Windhoek
- Account number: 1044056090
- Branch: Walvis Bay (481 872)
- Reference: use your unique account number or learner name as reference for all payments.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed as an offered service and no boarding fees are published; therefore boarding fees are not applicable.

Other costs (uniforms, boutique, transport and activities)
- Clothing boutique on campus sells uniform items; items must be paid for before collection. Returns accepted within one week if unworn and unused.
- Uniform requirements (examples): school jersey/pullover for Grades 1–7, blazer for Grades 8–12, grey tunic/trousers (girls), grey long trousers/shorts and white shirt (boys), black leather shoes and specified ties and tracksuits. Sports kit (team shirt, tracksuit, golf shirt) is compulsory for learners; some sport items are required by house/team. Participation and transport for official school sports, cultural and academic activities are included in school fees where applicable.

Refunds, withdrawal and non‑payment policies
- Annual book fee: non-refundable if the learner does not take up the offered place. If the school withdraws the offered place, the book fee will be refunded in full.
- Withdrawal notice: one full calendar month's written notice is required to withdraw a learner; November may not be used as a notice month. Where adequate notice is not given, school fees remain payable in lieu of notice.
- Grade 12: all Grade 12 fees must be fully paid by 1 October of the school year.
- Non-payment consequences: learners with accounts 30 days overdue may be excluded from classes and activities; suspension of admission may follow if unpaid after a further 14 days; accounts 90+ days overdue may be referred to attorneys for collection and legal costs will be charged to the account holder. Re-admission will be refused where prior year fees remain unpaid at year-end.

Notes on inclusions in school fees
- Published school fees explicitly include registration and affiliation (NAPSO, NSSU, WSSR), participation and transport for school sports, culture and academic activities, Olympiad entries, curriculum subject materials (art, PE, Mind Moves), guidance centre support (counselling and career planning), all academic assessments and practical exam materials, and selected school events (prize-giving, matric farewell). Additional optional activities or specialised external exam costs may be charged separately.
Academics

Curriculum
WBPS offers a phased curriculum across four school phases. Junior Primary Phase (Grades 1-3) uses Afrikaans as the medium of instruction, with English as a second language; subjects include Afrikaans Home Language, English, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Religious and Moral Education, Physical Education, Information and Communication, Reading and Arts. Senior Primary Phase (Grades 4-7) uses English as the medium of instruction; Grade 4 includes English, Afrikaans Home Language, Mathematics, Natural Science & Health Education, Social Studies, Religious and Moral Education, Art, Physical Education, Information and Communication, Life Skills and Reading, while Grades 5-7 add Design and Technology. Junior Secondary Phase (Grades 8-9) uses English; compulsory subjects are Afrikaans 1st Language, English 1st Language, Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science, Geography, with supplementary subjects in Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Office Practice and Design & Technology. Senior Secondary Phase (Grades 10-12) offers NSSCO (Ordinary Level) and NSSCAS (AS Level); all subjects are offered at Ordinary Level in Grades 10-11 and AS Level courses are available in Grade 12; languages are compulsory, Mathematics is required, and options include Sciences (Biology, Physics, Chemistry), Design and Technology, Geography, Accounting, Business Studies, Economics and Entrepreneurship. The external NSSCO and NSSCAS examinations underpin matric progression and higher education pathways.

Exam Results
NSSCH results: WBPHS placed 6th in the country among private schools.

Higher Education Progression
Senior Secondary Phase provides pathways to higher education via NSSCO (O Level) and NSSCAS (AS Level) examinations, with AS Level options and a range of subjects designed to support university admission.

Gifted and Talented
Bursaries and scholarships are administered through the Walvis Bay Private School Education Trust; excellent applicants can receive financial support and may compete in sport, academics and culture.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Guidance Centre support (counselling, career planning) is provided for learners. WBPS upholds Christian values and a code of ethics that guide equal development of all individuals in academics, sport and culture. Teachers are described as nurturers who support learners' social and emotional well-being through daily interactions. The disciplinary system uses merit points, star charts and structured consequences to promote responsible conduct and well-being. An Anchor Centre is available to assist learners with needs and to detect problems early.

Mental Wellbeing
Guidance Centre support (counselling, career planning) is provided for learners. An Anchor Centre provides targeted support for learners with needs and early detection of issues. Teachers are described as nurturers who support learners' mental health and well-being. Disciplinary procedures include meetings with parents and staff to address concerns about behaviour and welfare. Positive behavior is reinforced through a merit system, with regular feedback to learners and parents.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 1961, Walvis Bay High School became Walvis Bay Private High School and was registered as an Incorporated Association Not for Gain. In 1995 it became a private school under the Namibian Ministry of Education, with English as the official medium of instruction and Afrikaans retained as a First language subject. In 2001 the school was re-registered as a Private School with a small subsidy, and the Primary Phase began. The Primary Phase expanded from 2009, and the Old Scholars Association and the Walvis Bay Private High School Education Trust were established in 2010. By 2014, the 53rd anniversary saw growth to 670 learners and 49 teachers, the Primary School's fifth year, completed extensions for the Primary Phase, and the NSSC Curriculum extension for Grade 12; a new school uniform and sport uniform were introduced, and the year also featured the Desert Sport Festival and a school musical.

Community
WBPS maintains an active school community with a named Old Scholars Association and a registered Education Trust. A Parent-Teacher Association coordinates activities across grades, engages parents and staff, and supports school events and fundraising. The school also hosts cultural and sporting events, including the Astra Culture evenings (began in 1998), the Guppy Concert, and the Desert Sport Festival, as well as annual prize givings and inter-house/inter-school activities. The Old Scholars Association and PTA work alongside the Board of Directors to foster community involvement and alumni engagement.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
WBPS has a PTA Association with a representative for each grade (1–12), an Administrative PTA team, and leadership positions including a PTA Chairperson, a PTA Director, and a PTA Vice Chairman. The PTA collaborates with teachers, the Old Scholars Association, and the Board of Directors to support school activities and events, and to coordinate fundraising and community initiatives.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has facilities that support academic, cultural and sporting excellence.

Sports Facilities
Netball Astro Courts; a hockey field; and upgraded sports grounds.

Academic Facilities
Science laboratories (e.g., Lab 3) are available; ICT resources are provided (ICT fees apply and ICT licensing and materials are included).

Extra Curricular Facilities
Arts activities are offered (Arts; Guppy Concert; Mr & Ms WBPS). Sport includes Interhouse Athletics, rugby and hockey; Astro Netball Courts opened at Naartjiepark in 2024; Desert Sport Festival is hosted.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school has chess competitions and championships. The school provides opportunities to develop concentration, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. The school fosters a competitive but friendly environment in interschool chess events. The school emphasises fair play and sportsmanship across these activities.

Arts & Creative
The school has Guppy Concert as an arts event. The school offers a broader Arts program with performances and creative activities. The school integrates arts into regular school life. The school encourages creative expression through its arts activities.

Cultural & Language
The school has Grade 3 Idiomedag as a language and cultural activity. The school fosters cultural awareness through Idiomedag and other language-related events. The school includes language and cultural activities in its annual calendar. The school encourages participation in language-based cultural events.

Social & Hobbies
The school has Grade 1 Fun Day and Anchor Day as social events. The school hosts Funky Sock & Shoe Day and other informal days that build community. The school supports peer bonding through a variety of social activities and hobby events. The school creates opportunities for students to enjoy recreational moments together.

Community & Service
The PTA runs the tuck-shop and supports school activities. The school arranges school outings as part of the learning experience. The school uses community involvement to enrich student life. The school engages families and the wider community through these activities.

Leadership & Professional
The school provides leadership opportunities through Senior Prefects, Junior Prefects, Class Captains and Monitors. The school has a Learner Leadership program. The school helps students develop organizational, teamwork and communication skills. The school fosters leadership abilities through student leadership roles.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school offers athletics, archery, cricket, hockey, netball and rugby as part of its sport program. The school has an athletic track, an Astro Hockey Field, cricket nets and multiple netball courts. The school emphasizes physical fitness, teamwork, discipline and leadership. The school supports sport as a means to promote health and well-being and school spirit through interschool competition.
Languages

Language Provision
Afrikaans is the home language in Grades 1-3; English is taught as a second language. In higher grades, both English and Afrikaans are offered as first and second languages (English 1st Language, English 2nd Language, Afrikaans 1st Language, Afrikaans 2nd Language) under the Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate framework.

Bilingual Teaching
The school uses Afrikaans as the medium of instruction in the Junior Primary phase (Grades 1-3), with English taught as a second language.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit the application: The original completed application form with all required supporting documentation must be hand-delivered to the School Admissions Office for processing and consideration. Electronic submissions are provisional until the original signed documents are received by the school. Submission of an application does not guarantee admission, and the date of application does not determine preference or priority for placement. 2. Confidential information and interviews: The school reserves the right to obtain confidential reports and collateral information from previous schools regarding the learner's academic performance, attendance, conduct, and general progress. Applicants and their parents/guardians may be invited for an interview. 3. Assessments: Prospective learners may be required to complete an assessment: Grade 1 School Readiness Assessment; Grades 2–10 Language and Mathematics Evaluation. An assessment appointment will be arranged by the school. 4. Acceptance and commitment: Payment of the prescribed Annual Book Fee confirms acceptance of the offered placement and commits the learner to attend Walvis Bay Private School. The Annual Book Fee is non-refundable if the learner does not take up the offered place; should the school withdraw the offer, the Annual Book Fee will be refunded in full. 5. Fees and what they cover: The Annual Book Fee for Grade R is NAD 1,400.00; Grades 1–12 NAD 3,280.00. The Annual Book Fee includes classroom stationery (Grades R–7), textbooks and exercise books (Grades 1–12), study guides and learning materials, examination papers and assessment materials, school newsletters and communication material, matriculant booklet and school prospectus. Additional Grade R fees: ActiKids / FunGym NAD 120.00 per month (February–November). 6. Contact information and next steps: For admission information, requirements and policies, please visit the school office or contact the Admissions Office and relevant phase secretaries (Primary Phase: Lettie van der Merwe, primarysecretary@wbps.com.na, +264 64 279 270; Secondary Phase: Rochelle Noble, administrator@wbps.com.na, +264 64 279 258). The Reception can assist with initial inquiries at reception@wbps.com.na, +264 64 279 250.

Scholarships
Bursaries and Scholarships: The Walvis Bay Private School Education Trust administers bursaries and scholarships. Contributions through the Trust are 100% tax deductible. For more information, contact the Financial Administrator, Deidry de Jager, at +264 64 279 251.
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