Welcome to King Edward VII Preparatory School
King Edward VII Preparatory School established in 1906 is a government monastic school in the heart of Johannesburg, educating boys from Grade R to 7. We have dedicated staff who serve our traditional values and innovative ideas. Our mission is to develop well-rounded gentlemen who will thrive in the diversity of South African society because they have been equipped with the necessary tools to do so.
Our school dictum is “Strenue” – “with all your might”. Our boys are taught that they should act, serve and learn with all their might.
The School Governing Body is actively involved in providing fiduciary, policy and generative oversight to the school. We appreciate their support of the school along with the generous support of our parent body. The Parents Association are also involved in driving many social responsibility programmes and fund-raising activities while providing entertainment for our boys and parents alike.
The “Old Boys” of King Edward VII Schools are also highly involved in our organisation, the King Edward VII Education Trust, the Strenue Trust and other groups give generously of their time and skills in support of the both the High and Preparatory School.
Values
Loyalty | Integrity | Dignity | Respect | Responsibility
School Principles
Academic Excellence
Achieve the highest academic standards and the development of a sound ethic in all boys. Learning is a lifelong experience.
Monastic School
Provide the best all boy preparatory environment in which boys thrive. Boys are nurtured to become successful, independent gentlemen.
South African School
Develop young boys to become leading men aware of the issues that relate to the local community, broader South Africa and the global context. To sustain our diverse and integrated cultural community.
Teachers
Develop and retain a compliment of remarkable teachers. Create opportunities for growth in leadership and skill development in an empowered and collaborative environment.
Sport and Culture
Provide opportunities for all boys to grow and develop their skills outside of the classroom. Long term development is fostered for enjoyment and a healthy active lifestyle. Ensure the quality of coaching is of the highest standard.
Facilities
Value the heritage of the school buildings and the well-maintained facilities. We continue to build facilities that enable the school to thrive in the future.
School Community
To foster a sense of community, interdependence and respect that has an impact on the wider community. To engage with the Alumni and the King Edward community for the benefit of generations past, present and future.
We are excited to be educating boys into the future and we know that if they are self-confident, creative, curious, can communicate effectively, have grit and a growth mindset they will be successful!
Mr D Ernstzen
Preparatory Head.