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The campus is at 1 Coronation Street, Krugersdorp, Gauteng, South Africa, about 40 kilometres west of Johannesburg.
What is the age range and main curriculum you follow?
Alma Mater serves students aged 0 to 18 and uses the Cambridge International Curriculum, offering Cambridge IGCSE courses and Cambridge Advanced Level courses, with a Sixth Form for ages 17–18.
Is the school co-educational and does it offer boarding?
Yes. Alma Mater is a co-educational private international school and offers boarding for eligible students.
What are the 2026 tuition costs by year group and are there any discounts for early payment or siblings?
Tuition is listed by year group (e.g., Baby Mates to Grade 12) with an annual amount and a 12‑month instalment option. There are family discounts (second child 5%, third and subsequent 10%), and upfront payment discounts: 5% off if paid before 30 November 2025 or 2.5% off if paid before 31 December 2025. All fees are payable in advance, and exam fees are charged separately.
What are the application and registration fees, and is there a refund policy?
The application fee is ZAR 800 and the non‑refundable registration fee is ZAR 4,800. Other refunds are processed according to the enrolment contract and payment terms.
What are the boarding options and their costs for older students?
Boarding options include Weekly Boarding (four nights per week) and Termly Boarding (seven nights per week). Annual weekly boarding is ZAR 98,100 (monthly ZAR 10,900), and annual termly boarding is ZAR 126,000 (monthly ZAR 14,000). Enrolment and assessment fees apply, and discounts are available for payment plans.
What Cambridge qualifications can students pursue at Alma Mater?
Students can take Cambridge IGCSE courses (13 subjects) and Cambridge AS/A Levels (12 subjects), with a Sixth Form for ages 17–18.
How did students perform in Cambridge exams in 2022–2023, and what about university outcomes?
In 2022–2023, Cambridge A‑Level results included 41 A* and A grades, and IGCSE results included 234 A* and A grades. The school reports a 100% university graduation rate, 88% postgraduate placements, 92% hard science degree placements, and several awards for top performance.
Is there university guidance and UCAS support available?
Yes. The school offers University Guidance Counselling for all high school students and is a registered UCAS centre to assist with UK university applications; there are also university visits from global institutions.
What facilities support your Cambridge curriculum and sports programs?
The campus spans 8.5 hectares and integrates Borderless Learning to connect STEM and other disciplines. There is an Elite Sports Programme in collaboration with UXI Sport, plus on‑site facilities that support both academic and athletic development.
What does the Elite Sports Programme offer?
The Elite Sports Programme provides a structured pathway for student‑athletes, with coaching, performance analysis, and opportunities to represent the school, region, and country in sport.
What are the boarding living arrangements and food provisions?
Senior boarders live in en‑suite study bedrooms within a family‑structured boarding house. Meals (breakfast, lunch, and supper) are provided in the canteen, and boarding fees cover accommodation, meals, bed linen, and laundry.
What extra‑curricular activities and clubs are available beyond class time?
There are numerous options including House Plays, bi‑annual drama productions, Toastmasters, Muse and Minstrel, Chess, Public Speaking, Choir, English Enrichment, Think Tank, Research Essentials, and a range of clubs and societies such as Charity Groups and the Global Citizenship Committee.
Are leadership or award programs part of the school experience?
Yes. Students can participate in the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (President's Award) and benefit from leadership and mentorship initiatives like Cambridge IPQ Mentorship and university guidance services.
What wellbeing and safeguarding support exist for students?
The school emphasises a safe, friendly, and disciplined environment and offers psychological support, assessments, counselling, and bespoke interventions where needed. Mental wellbeing is a focus as part of holistic student development.
Is English the language of instruction, and are there other languages offered?
English is the language of instruction. French is offered as a Cambridge Upper Secondary IGCSE subject, with language pathways supporting university access through Cambridge and UCAS.
What is the governance and ownership structure of Alma Mater?
The school is owned and operated by International School Development Organization (Pty) Ltd, trading as Alma Mater International School; governance details include the PAIA officers named in the information provided.
What accreditations does the school hold, and what does that mean for families?
Alma Mater is accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Education and is a UCAS centre, which supports Cambridge qualifications and UK university applications for students.
What awards or recognitions has the school received?
The school has recorded Cambridge exam recognitions (A*/A and related awards) and has listed School Awards (3) and Top Performance Awards (4), reflecting strong academic success.
What is the language support and pathway to universities beyond Cambridge?
Cambridge qualifications and UCAS support provide clear language and university pathways. Students also have access to IPQ Mentorship and on‑demand tertiary courses to broaden opportunities.
