School Information
 
Co-educational School
Suburb: Irene, Pretoria
 
Telephone:012 667 1360
Fax: 012 667 1367
 
Pre-Primary and Primary School
Pre-Primary to High (ages 2½-18)
Province: Gauteng
 
Christian Education Base

Head of School
Executive Head – Mr Leon Kunneke Pre-School Principal – Mrs June O’Neill Deputy Principal, Head of Junior Preparatory Phase - Mrs Jenny Radmore Acting Preparatory School Principal – Mr. Maurice Dicks

Junior College Principal – Mrs Phillipa Erasmus
Senior College Principal – Mr Shaun Simpson
 
Entry Requirements: Placement Test
Fees: R21 700 – R37 600  per annum
  
Our College is a happy blend of history, community and caring about people. At the turn of the 20th century, Cornwall Hill was a place where people and cultures were in conflict. Now, a century later, Cornwall Hill College is a place of transformation where people from different cultures come to grow in a place of tranquillity and love.

Our primary customers, the learners, all find their school a place they look forward to coming to. They are appreciated here. They are challenged here. They are rewarded here. Their best achievements are celebrated here.

Vision
In partnership with parents and quality educators, Cornwall Hill College will empower its learners to be values driven, locally relevant and globally competitive.

Mission
Resting on the pillars of academics, sport, culture and social responsibility the College:
Embraces the acquisition of clearly defined Christian values, Employs innovative, dynamic and nurturing educators, Creates and implements an exciting, holistic curriculum, Provides excellent facilities. In so doing will become the independent co-educational institution of choice

Values (as encompassed by Cornwall Hill College):
Compassion
Honesty / Integrity
Responsibility
Self-Control
Perseverance
Grace-Second Chances
Acceptance
Forgiveness

Pre-School provides a time of ‘Learning through Experience’, therefore everything we do in this phase is classified as learning. Love and affection are given here in many forms and limitless amounts. We believe that our children are the most important part of our school and their days here are planned around individual needs for growth – emotionally, physically, socially, intellectually and spiritually.

In our Junior Preparatory phase emphasis is placed on the acquisition of basic skills in numeracy and literacy. Teaching methods become more formal and children experience a noticeable division in classroom timetables. This requires self-discipline and organisational skills which are taught. The atmosphere is friendly, quiet and stimulating and a climate of nurturing is very evident in our school.

In the Senior Preparatory phase we have been careful to weave into our curriculum the strengths of traditional and proven teaching methods to ensure the perpetuation of high standards along with the positive aspects of OBE. In so doing so, we remain committed to preparing our learners to work towards meeting the challenges of nation building and the needs of our country.

In the Junior College we bring together the Grade 7, 8 and 9 learners in a logical peer group. This facilitates a dynamic learner-centred environment focussing on experiential learning that captures the vigour and enthusiasm of the adolescent. Learners are encouraged to develop not only their academic potential, but also, sporting, cultural, social responsibility and leadership qualities. Learning opportunities in a specialist environment ensure that learners gain not only the knowledge, skills and values relevant to their community and country, but also the necessary skills and academic rigour to move with confidence into the final phase of schooling.

In the Senior College we seek to promote the academic development of learners and also their personal development. At the end of Grade 12 learners write the Independent Examination Board’s senior certificate exam. High academic standards and wide involvement in the co-curricular programme reflect our belief in the idea of education in the broadest sense. We also believe that we must prepare our learners for the modern world. It is vital, also, to give them knowledge and understanding of the ‘real’ world, and important choices that will determine their career values and lifestyle as adults.

Co-Curricular Programme
The Co-Curricular Programme offers a wide variety of both cultural and sporting activities, some offered on a private basis, to pupils from Grade 1 to Grade 12. We aim for all pupils to have a healthy and rewarding experience of the Co-Curricular Programme. We try to give as many pupils as possible the honour of representing their school.

Sports Activities
The Sports Department at Cornwall Hill College follows the Long Term Athletes Development Programme (LTAD) as proposed by Dr. Istvan Balyi. The core principles of this programme are Lifelong Participation, Improved Performance and Physical Literacy.. We have, in response to the sedentary lifestyle of our constituents, implemented a mass participation sports policy. We hope through this mechanism to achieve the core principles of the LTAD programme.

We have recently adopted the Youth Fitness & Wellness Charter. This charter provides the basis and ground rules for all our sports participation. We offer the following formal sports programmes:

Cricket
Rugby
Football
Swimming
Hockey
Tennis
Equestrian
Athletics
Netball
Softball; and
Cross-country

There is professional coaching available for cricket, swimming, tennis, golf and netball. All these activities take place on campus. We continue to produce provincial and national athletes in various school-based and eBoarding Residence
2007 saw the opening of a 64-bed boy’s hostel. The main aim of this hostel is to bolster current sporting numbers. The hostel routine will be geared towards accommodating the special schedules required by high-performance athletes.

Sport as a Subject
We implemented a pilot project at the beginning of 2006, in offering cricket as a subject of choice for grade 8’s and 9’s. This has proven to be a very popular choice amongst the boys and even some girls. Cricket follows a full curriculum including aspects of cricket such as biomechanics, the history of the game, the Laws, coaching, officiating and scoring. There is a strong practical component.

Adventure Programme
Outdoor pursuits are offered through our clubs and societies. Also offered is a small group for outdoor adventures.

Cultural Activities
We offer a wide range of cultural activities including: Art, catering club, chess, choir, co-curricular music, debating, drama, ensemble, first aid club, jazz band/ensembles , JSE game, library assistants, olympiads, public speaking, redenaars, science and technology exhibitions, sound and lighting crew, student magazine, toastmasters, and outreach.

Clubs and Societies
At College level a wide range of clubs and societies is offered. Amnesty International, Afrikaanse koerant, anime secret society, ballroom dancing, basic needlework, crochet, beading and making of necklaces, bridge, cheerleading group, chess, cross stitching, debating, diving, english olympiad, film club, first aid, fly fishing, games, health and wellbeing, image consulting, instrumental ensemble, knitting, newspaper, photography, public speaking, puzzle building, quilting, redenaars/afrikaanse olimpiade, scrapbook, self defense, sickroom, Tartan Times, jewelry making, sports talk and yoga club.

Conclusion
We believe in “traditional” values: Integrity and service to others, loyalty and responsibility, courtesy and a smart appearance. A pro-active Outreach Programme extends the awareness of our learners into the world beyond the classroom. The College supports a number of causes and reaches out to and interacts with selected disadvantaged communities.

We are proud of our school and the school is proud of its learners – it is they that make this College such a special place to be.