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The campus is at 40 Culross Road in the Bryanston area of Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa, on the same site as the Bryanston Market. Parking is available on site, and Open Days are held at the Bryanston address.
What ages does the school serve?
Michael Mount Waldorf School welcomes students from 0 to 18 years old, with Early Childhood (4 months to 6 years), Primary (7–13 years) and High School (14–18 years).
What curriculum does the school follow and how does matric work?
The Waldorf curriculum is used up to Class 11 and includes all subjects required by the Department of Basic Education, with artistic, musical and dramatic studies. Matric is conducted through the IEB National Senior Certificate.
What language of instruction is used and which languages are offered as additions?
The medium of instruction is English. Afrikaans and IsiZulu are offered as First Additional Languages.
What is the average class size and total pupil enrollment?
Class sizes average about 22 pupils, with roughly 450 pupils enrolled across the school.
What are the 2026 tuition ranges by year group?
Annual fees range from R92,100 (Play Group) to R164,875 (Class 10–12), with a 5% early-payment discount available for some year groups.
How is tuition billed—annual upfront or monthly?
There are two options: payment in full by EFT before 19 January 2026 with a 5% discount, or monthly via debit order from January to November (11 payments). Levies and insurance are included in January charges.
What fees accompany tuition (registration, enrolment, and other costs)?
Registration is R675 per child. Enrolment is R10,000 for pupils entering Class 1–12 (non-refundable); no enrolment fee for Play Group or Nursery.
Are bursaries or scholarships available?
Yes. The Community Bursary Fund offers full or partial bursaries for Grades 1–12, based on a means test. Applications for 2026 bursaries are closed; 2025 enrollment is required for consideration, and awards are for one year and must be renewed annually.
Is there a waiting list if spaces are not available?
If no places are currently available, families will be notified and the child's name can be placed on the waiting list on request.
What other costs should families budget for?
There is a one-off infrastructure levy of ZAR 1,900, plus pupil insurance, a sports levy and class fund where applicable, and camp fees charged to the school account in the following month. Exam fees for certain matric exams are payable separately.
Is boarding available at Michael Mount Waldorf School?
No. Michael Mount is a day school with no boarding facilities.
What are the school's facilities and campus features?
The campus hosts the Bryanston Market on site (since 1976). A Wellness Centre opened in 2024, and a solar energy system was installed in 2025. Parking is available on campus.
What makes the Waldorf program unique in terms of academics and arts?
The curriculum integrates art, music and drama into daily learning, with the Seven Lively Arts (Drama, Drawing, Movement, Music, Modelling, Painting, Speech) and handwork (knitting, sewing, weaving, etc.) as core Waldorf activities, alongside standard subjects.
What extracurricular activities and clubs are offered?
Beyond academics, students participate in weekly sport, class plays, seasonal festivals, and community-facing events. The Bryanston Market and Pizza Fridays are notable community activities tied to the school's outreach.
Are there leadership or service opportunities for students?
Yes. Leadership is developed through class plays, community activities, and participation in seasonal festivals and hands-on projects; the school's Outreach program also engages students in broader Waldorf community projects.
How is student wellbeing supported at the school?
Waldorf education emphasizes holistic development through rhythm, seasonal festivals and arts integration to foster well-being and a sense of purpose in students.
Are there any formal SEN, EAL or safeguarding programs mentioned?
Specific details about SEN, EAL, mental health support or safeguarding are not provided in the available information.
Is there a school uniform?
No formal uniform is required; there is a dress code in place.
What is the governance and nonprofit status of the school?
Michael Mount Waldorf School operates as a non-profit, independent day school and is registered as a Non-Profit Organisation (NPO 001/314) and Public Benefit Organisation (PBO 930003714).
