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Where is Marist Brothers Linmeyer located and what area does it serve?
The school sits on East Street in Linmeyer, a southern suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa. The campus is in a residential area and is easily accessible from The Glen and the surrounding eastern and southern suburbs.
What age range and levels does the school cover?
Marist Brothers Linmeyer provides education from 4 to 18 years old, covering Pre-School (Grade 00 and 0), Primary (Grade 1–7), and High School (Grade 8–12). It is a co-educational day school.
What curriculum and exam system does the school use?
The school offers a dynamic, holistic curriculum with inquiry-based learning and social-emotional development. The High School prepares students for the IEB Senior Certificate exams, with a flexible timetable and a broad subject offering; Grade 12 also includes preparation for the National Benchmark Tests (NBT).
What are the application and enrolment fees
The application/enrolment fees are non-refundable: Primary is ZAR 10,000 and High School is ZAR 12,000. Fees may be paid in instalments over four months.
How are tuition fees structured for 2026, and is Grade 12 billed differently?
Tuition is listed by year group with monthly, annual, and per-term options. Grade 12 fees are billed on a different schedule and include the Matric IEB examination fee in the annual amount (ZAR 138,200 for Grade 12 in 2026).
Are there scholarships or discounts available?
There are four Academic Scholarships and four Marist Ambassador Scholarships for Grade 8 entrants. Top external and internal candidates are invited to a scholarship assessment, with the top four receiving a 25% scholarship for High School. The school also offers an annual payment discount of 5% and sibling discounts (2nd child 3%, 3rd 7%, 4th 15%).
What is the student–teacher ratio by level?
Pre-School aims for about 1 teacher to 20 students, Primary around 1:25, and High School 1:27 in Grades 8–9 and 1:29 in Grades 10–12.
What academics and assessments are emphasized in the senior years?
In Grades 10–12, CAT and Information Technology are taught, Digital Citizenship is included, and Grade 12 students prepare for the National Benchmark Tests (NBT). The school also supports personal development through the KEYS life-skills program and English language instruction.
How do graduates fare in higher education and university connections?
Most students gain university entrance, and the school participates in the Marist Universities network, which includes around 27 universities in 10 countries. Locally, there are six Marist schools that provide university connection opportunities.
What are the key facilities available on campus?
Facilities include an on-site Uniform Shop, Chapel, Primary Hall with a Carousel, and a Resource Centre with Conference Room, Auditorium, Amphitheatre, Library and Computer Room. The High School Hall has an elevated gallery and LED lighting; the Aquatic Centre contains an indoor 25m pool, plus an outdoor 8-lane 25m pool.
What sports and other athletic facilities does the campus offer?
The school has three sports fields and tennis, netball and basketball courts, plus both indoor and outdoor swimming pools for a comprehensive sports program.
What facilities support arts, science, and student work beyond the classroom?
There's a Music Centre, an Art Studio, a STEAM AV Room, a Library, and an Educational Support Centre offering targeted learner assistance, along with a dedicated auditorium for performances and events.
What extracurricular activities are available in arts and culture?
Students can participate in Debating, Drama, Eisteddfod, Public Speaking, Marimbas and a Music Group, with additional opportunities in Photography and Sound & Lighting Crew. The cultural program also includes Choir, School Productions and various talent showcases.
Are leadership opportunities available to students?
Yes. A Grade 11 Leadership Team exists and requires a minimum of 60 hours of community service in Grades 8–11, with a defined application process and ethical conduct expectations.
What community service opportunities does the school offer?
The school follows a Community Service Policy with activities such as take-home food distributions, tutoring, SPCA visits, soup kitchens and environmental clean-ups, plus ongoing service events and Open Day support.
How does the school attend to wellbeing and social-emotional learning?
The school embeds social-emotional learning from Grade 00 through Grade 12 and provides mental wellbeing support through a range of programs and activities. There is also an on-site biokineticist to assist sport-focused students and a dedicated Educational Support Centre for therapeutic services.
Is there language support or language development services on campus?
English is the language of instruction in High School, with English Home Language and Afrikaans or IsiZulu as First Additional Language. Portuguese is offered after school as an extracurricular, and the Educational Support Centre provides Speech and Language therapy, with weekly sessions for Grades PR–2.
Is boarding available at the school?
Boarding is not listed as an offering; Marist Brothers Linmeyer operates as a day school with no boarding facilities indicated.
What can families expect regarding uniforms and dress code?
There is an on-site Uniform Shop, and uniforms can also be purchased from Mulbarton Outfitters, Simply School and Economic Outfitters in addition to the school shop on East Street.
How is the school governed?
Governance is provided by a School Executive Committee and a Board of Governors. The Executive includes the Executive Head, Primary and High School Principals, the School Business Executive, Deputy Principals and the Marketing Manager; the Board includes the Principals, the School Business Executive, a representative from the Marist School Council, and other portfolio roles with three-year terms.
