ABOUT US
Our Story
Our Academic Phases and Offerings
St Elly’s began its journey in 2008, initially offering extra classes to assist children with their schoolwork. It started as a study center where learners received homework support and attended additional subject lessons.
The transition to homeschooling was unplanned but emerged from a parent’s request to provide more tailored support for their child. In its early years, St. Elly’s primarily assisted learners following international syllabi such as Cambridge and GED.
As the need for support aligned with the South African CAPS curriculum grew, the center gradually adapted its offerings. By 2016, St. Elly’s had become a full-time homeschooling center.
At the end of 2024, St. Elly’s took a significant step forward and officially became an independent school, offering formal schooling from Grade R to Grade 12.
A Personalised Approach
Although St. Elly’s follows a CAPS-aligned syllabus, we remain committed to supporting homeschoolers. Our goal is to empower every scholar to succeed. We offer guidance across more than five different curricula, tailoring the choice to suit each learner’s academic needs and financial circumstances. Each scholar is treated as an individual, with personalized support to help them make the best educational decisions.
Key Features
- Small Study Groups: Ensuring focused attention and personalized support.
- Saturday Classes: Special classes available to all learners.
- Afternoon Care: Homework support groups offered at a reduced price.
St. Elly’s continues to adapt and grow, dedicated to meeting the unique educational needs of every scholar.
What We Value
St. Elly’s Independent School’s four values of integrity, responsibility, endeavour and curiosity are at the very foundation of every boy’s and girl’s education at St Elly’s and underpin all that we do.
Integrity
We aim to instil in every boy and girl the strong moral principles of honesty, trustworthiness, sportsmanship and fairness.
Responsibility
We encourage boys and girls to take responsibility and pride in their learning and behaviour, and their role and responsibility within the school and the wider world.
Endeavour
We want boys and girls to stretch themselves, to always do their very best: and to aspire to, and achieve, success in all its forms.
Curiosity
We encourage boys and girls to develop their intellectual curiosity, broaden their knowledge and develop their own opinions of the world in which they live.
Our Vision
An Independent School which provides an outstanding all-round school education:
- Stimulating boys and girls intellectually inside the classroom, through an integrated curriculum that stretches across disciplines, age levels, social backgrounds and nationalities.
- Challenging boys and girls outside the classroom, through a broad range of extracurricular activity.
- Empowering scholars to be confident, articulate and resilient in every situation, through their experiences across all parts of school life.
Our Mission
Teaching scholars to think intelligently, act wisely and be fully engaged in a challenging and changing world.
Welcome to Our Learning Community
What makes us Different?
At St. Elly’s, we are committed to empowering our scholars to succeed. We currently support more than five different syllabi, carefully selected based on each child’s academic progress and financial considerations. Every learner is treated as an individual, ensuring they receive personalized guidance to make the best decisions for their educational journey.
At all our sites, we offer uncapped internet access, ensuring that learners and teachers can explore unlimited information to support the learner’s growth and development—without worrying about data limits.
Individualized Learning for Every Child
We welcome new children every month, and to ensure every learner is set up for success, we design personalized schedules. These plans ensure all necessary work is completed, and learners are well-prepared for their final exams. We believe a one-size-fits-all approach simply doesn’t work.
Supporting a Growing Homeschooling Community
Although we are no longer a homeschooling institution, our experience remains valuable—and we are committed to supporting homeschooling families. The homeschooling community continues to grow rapidly, and we’re here to walk alongside you.
We manage dedicated WhatsApp and Facebook groups where families can connect, share resources, and find encouragement. Our community leader helps coordinate enriching outings to places like museums, bakeries, and sports events—turning each into a learning opportunity and a chance for children to socialize in meaningful ways.
Sports Opportunities Made Simple
While we don’t have dedicated sports facilities, we are happy to connect families with reputable sports coaches across a variety of disciplines, including cycling, tennis, swimming, chess, soccer, and athletics. Parents can easily make direct arrangements to suit their child’s interests.
Join our supportive and resourceful community today, where learning, development, and social engagement come together to create a thriving educational experience!