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Where is Horizon High School located and what area is it in?
Horizon High School is at 7 Pieter Wessels Street, Stafford, Johannesburg 2197, in the northern suburb of Stafford, South Africa. It is an independent, English‑medium, co‑educational school established by the Horizon Educational Trust and opened in 2000. The campus serves learners aged 13 to 18 across the GET (Grades 8–9) and FET (Grades 10–12) phases.
What is the age range and grade structure at Horizon High School?
The school serves learners aged 13 to 18. It runs the GET phase for Grades 8–9 and the FET phase for Grades 10–12. It operates as a co‑educational day and boarding school.
What curriculum does Horizon High School follow?
In GET, students study English Home Language, Afrikaans, IsiZulu, Turkish as a second language, and a broad range of core subjects including Mathematics, Natural Science, Technology, Social Sciences, Life Orientation, Creative Arts, Physical Education, Coding and Web Design, and Robotics. In FET, learners choose at least seven subjects with English Home Language, a first additional language, Mathematics (Pure and Literacy), Life Orientation, and Religion Studies as compulsory, plus a range of electives such as Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Accounting, and Engineering and Graphics Design.
What are the tuition and boarding fees at Horizon High School?
High School tuition is 52,000 ZAR per year. Grade 12 is billed at 6,500 ZAR per month (January–August), while other grades are billed at 5,200 ZAR per month (January–October). The on‑site dormitory boarding fee is 52,000 ZAR per year. A non‑refundable registration fee of 3,500 ZAR secures placement.
When are payments due and how is the billing structured?
The first monthly payment is due on January 3rd, and all tuition is payable in advance by the 3rd of each month. Grade 12 is billed over eight months (January–August); other grades over ten months (January–October). A calculated term equivalent is about 13,000 ZAR per term, but this is not an official term charge.
Are scholarships available, and what are the criteria?
Yes. Scholarships are offered through the Horizon Educational Trust for Star Colleges, with tiered discounts based on results from the Horizon Mathematics Competition, the Entrance Exam, Head Boy status, or exceptional Maths or Science results. Olympiad and other subject scholarships are also available, with awards for national and international achievements. Scholarships are typically one year and are awarded at management's discretion, subject to meeting stated conditions.
Is there a waitlist for admission at Horizon High School?
Waitlist information is not provided in the admissions data. The process involves submitting a prescribed application form, sitting for an Entrance/Scholarship Exam, and an interview for high school applicants, after which placement is confirmed with the non‑refundable Registration Fee.
What subjects are offered in the GET phase?
GET includes English Home Language, Afrikaans (First Additional Language), IsiZulu (First Additional Language), Turkish (Second Additional Language), Mathematics (Algebra & Geometry), Natural Science (Science & Biology), Technology, Social Sciences (History & Geography), Economic Management Studies, Life Orientation, Creative Arts, Physical Education, Coding and Web Design, and Robotics.
What are the compulsory subjects in the FET phase?
In FET, learners must study English Home Language, Afrikaans First Additional Language or IsiZulu First Additional Language, Mathematics (Pure and Mathematics Literacy), Life Orientation, and Religion Studies. Students then choose at least seven subjects overall, including a range of electives.
What about class sizes and matric results?
Horizon High School reports an average class size of about 25. It also states a 100% matric pass rate, and participates in National and International Olympiads in Mathematics, Science, and Computer disciplines.
What facilities support learning on campus?
Pupils have access to computers at school for study and research, and ICT‑related electives like Coding and Web Design, Robotics, and Computer Applications Technology are offered. The dormitory is fully equipped, and the eating hall serves meals and doubles as an entertainment space.
What sports and extracurricular facilities are available?
Students regularly play soccer, cricket, basketball and volleyball, plus table tennis and board games. The Sports Day annual athletics event is a highlight, and Horizon Interactive Clubs include Media Club, Coding Club, Time to Care Club, and Scrabble & Chess Club.
What are the dining and dormitory life arrangements?
There is a fully on‑site dormitory where meals are served in the eating hall. The dormitory operates on a timetable that covers study hours, recreation, and meals, with dormitory access and lights‑out times (lights out at 23:00 and dormitory closing for school at 07:25). Uniforms are required for school activities and commutes.
What extracurricular activities can students join?
Beyond class time, students can join Horizon Interactive Clubs (Media Club, Coding Club, Time to Care Club, Scrabble & Chess Club) and participate in sports such as soccer, cricket, basketball, volleyball, and table tennis. There are also Olympiad training opportunities across mathematics, science, and computer disciplines.
Is tutoring or extra help available beyond normal classes?
Yes. Extra tuition is offered free of charge for Mathematics and Science, with after‑school sessions and Saturday morning classes. Matric study camps are held during school holidays to assist exam preparation.
Are there leadership or community service opportunities?
Time to Care is a student‑educator club focused on charitable work, clothing and food donations, and recycling. The school also runs various clubs and supports community‑oriented activities through its broader Olympiad and cultural programs.
How does Horizon High School support student wellbeing?
Horizon emphasizes a holistic, safe, and respectful learning environment and supports personal development. Staff provide tutoring after school, and the school fosters mental wellbeing through a supportive climate and safeguarding practices.
Does the school provide EAL or SEN support?
The language of instruction is English; there is no explicit EAL or SEN program listed in the data. After‑school tutoring is available to help learners achieve their goals.
What safeguarding measures does Horizon have in place?
The school aims to provide a safe and respectful environment as part of its holistic education. Dormitory supervision and a structured timetable support student safety and wellbeing, alongside general safeguarding practices.
Is there a uniform policy at Horizon High School?
Yes. Uniform is required at school, on commutes, on excursions, and at all school functions. The uniform includes blazer, pullovers, tie, school badge, Dry‑Mac, beanies, and the PE kit.
