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Leading the education
of girls into a future of
limitless possibilities
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Herschel Girls School is an independent Anglican IEB school for girls, founded in 1922 and situated on a historic campus in Claremont, Cape Town. Offering a future-focused education from Grade 000 to Grade 12, Herschel nurtures confident, curious and compassionate young women who are equipped to lead and thrive in an ever-changing world.

Pre-Preparatory School

At Herschel Girls School Pre-Preparatory, we create a warm, joyful and nurturing environment where every girl feels safe, supported and encouraged to thrive. Through meaningful play, exploration and discovery, girls are given the space to learn and grow at their own pace. Our rich, developmentally appropriate curriculum lays the foundation for well-rounded young learners.
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Preparatory School

Education is designed to inspire depth of thinking, resilience and ambition beyond the classroom at the Preparatory School. We cultivate the skills, mindset and character while encouraging girls to think independently, lead with confidence and take ownership of their learning. Grounded in a strong tradition of academic excellence and intellectual rigour, we empower girls to approach every opportunity with courage and purpose.
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Senior School

The IEB curriculum encourages independent thinking, intellectual curiosity, and meaningful engagement with knowledge, while developing the critical skills, adaptability, and values needed for success beyond school. Our girls consistently embrace the opportunities of the IEB curriculum with confidence and distinction, demonstrating excellence not only in academic achievement, but also in creativity, collaboration, problem-solving, and leadership.
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Our values and principles

Respect

Equality and Equity

Accountability

Empathy

Respect

Equality and Equity

Accountability

Empathy

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