Pretoria's Impressive Learning Institutions

If you're looking for the best education in the country, look no further than Pretoria. This city has a heritage of good schools, universities, colleges and other centres of learning that continues to attract home buyers with children and students looking for accommodation.

Preschools

Residents are spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing a preschool for their growing child. During these formative years, "little students" need to cultivate their ability to learn while also enjoying a fun and playful environment that fuels their curiosity. For this, Pretoria has a number of preschools that offer a holistic learning experience such as Little Camelot Nursery School, Curious Minds International School, Capital Park Pre-School, Bright Beginnings Preschool, and Smart Start Nursery School to name a few. Check out the full list here. 

Primary Schools

When it comes time to introduce your child to the next phase of learning, Pretoria's list of primary schools is stellar and well-equipped to prepare them for high school. Residents living in Pretoria North are situated close to Northridge Primary School, Assumption Convent Primary school, SPARK Mayville, Laerskool Wonderboom, and many more options. If you're looking for schools closer to Pretoria East, you can choose from Waterkloof Primary School, Glenstantia Primary School, Lynnwood Ridge Primary School, Brooklyn Primary School and Hatfield Christian School. While schools more to the west include Laerskool Simon Bekker, ABC Primary School and Jopie Fourie Primary School. 

High Schools

Grades 8 through 12 are imperative years for preparing your child for adult life and sets the foundation for tertiary education. There a number of high schools throughout Pretoria where students end their schooling life with many distinctions and an appreciation for various types of sport. If you're looking for an all-boys school that strives for excellence, St Alban's College in Pretoria East may be the perfect fit for your child. This IEB school has an impressive track-record and last year it achieved a 100% pass rate with 185 distinctions. An all-girls school with a similar ethos is St Mary's DSG Pretoria. Here, your child will get access to a high standard of education according to IEB requirements, a number of sporting and cultural activities such as basketball, squash and music lessons with the opportunity to be a part of the school's orchestra. Take a look at the full list of high schools in Pretoria. 

Universities

University of Pretoria

There are three universities in Pretoria, each with its own faculties and areas of specialisation that prepare young adults for the working world. The University of Pretoria is popular among students who go on to study towards their Masters and PhD. There are nine faculties here, with the most popular being law, humanities, engineering, education and veterinary science. The university was established in 1920 and is home to approximately 39,000 students. 

Tshwane University of Technology

For a more "hands-on" university experience, there are two Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) campuses situated in the Pretoria suburbs of Arcadia and Soshanguve. With seven faculties, TUT has many qualifications, some including Information and Communication Technology, Management Sciences, and Engineering and the Built Environment. 

University of South Africa (UNISA)

For those who prefer distance learning, the University of South Africa (UNISA) is a well-suited option. There are two UNISA campuses in the city, situated in the suburbs of Muckleneuk and the Sunnyside. 

Colleges 

If a university degree is not on the cards, students have a number of colleges to choose from that offer a wider variety of qualifications such as diplomas and certificates. Colleges in Pretoria include Varsity College, Damelin, Inscape Education Group, Rosebank College, Boston City Campus and Business College, and Open Window.

If you're a homebuyer with children or a student looking for accommodation in Pretoria, speak to CSi Property Group to find out more about the properties in this "smart" city.