Penryn

Boschrand Farm, R40, Mbombela 1200, South Africa, Nelspruit

In short: Penryn is a private, religious, co-ed international school in Nelspruit, South Africa. Stages: preschool, primary, middle school and high school. Taught in English.

Type: Private · Religious · Co-ed
Ages: Preschool to high school
Languages: English

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Fees

Fees on request

The school shares its fees, enrolment and extras on request.

Curriculum & results

Penryn's senior students write the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) National Senior Certificate, a South African matric recognised by universities internationally, and the school has recorded a 100% matric pass rate since 1998. Its global outlook is reflected in a community of more than 31 nationalities.

Stages

Penryn covers the full school journey: Penryn Preschool for the youngest children, followed by the primary and high school phases up to Grade 12 and the IEB matric. From their first day, scholars are given age-appropriate skills and knowledge to thrive.

Approach · General Curriculum

Penryn's mission is to reach out into its community and achieve educational excellence, guided by ethics and the values of adaptability, inclusivity and globalism, developing future-fit individuals with integrity, responsibility and resilience. It aims to give every scholar a sense of belonging.

Languages

English is the language of instruction at Penryn, whose community brings together scholars of more than 31 nationalities.

Open Days

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Location

Boschrand Farm, R40, Mbombela 1200, South Africa, Nelspruit

Facilities & services

Facilities

The campus lies on Boschrand Farm in a bushveld setting between Mbombela and White River. Its design emphasises collaboration, adaptability and integration with the natural surroundings, and its learning facilities reflect the innovative approaches students will meet in tertiary studies and the workplace.

Services

Since its foundation Penryn has run an educational outreach programme for neighbouring schools. Boarding is available, and the school supports scholars and families with a close-knit, inclusive community.

Boarding

Penryn offers boarding for scholars, providing a home within the school's bushveld campus between Mbombela and White River.

Penryn produces well-rounded scholars who excel in both sport and the arts. The sports programme fosters curiosity, inclusiveness and passion, and cultural life includes events such as preschool concerts and family gatherings.