Welcome to
Crawford International Lonehill Preparatory
Crawford International Lonehill Preparatory offers a fresh and alternative approach to education. We provide students with access to our internationally renowned educational offering as Crawford International Lonehill is an authorised International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP).
The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme offers students further opportunities to become active, caring, lifelong learners who are able to demonstrate respect for themselves and others while developing the capacity to confidently participate in the world.
We encourage independent thought, nurture talent and inspire each student to achieve his or her maximum potential.
Our locally and globally relevant learning makes us the school of choice.
Academics
Grade 1 – 7
We benchmark our students’ performance against recognised international standards. Crawford International Preparatory Schools are authorised International Baccalaureate World Schools offering the Primary Years Programme, a globally recognised programme that develops students as thoughtful, responsible global citizens.
The programme emphasises holistic development, helping students understand the experiences and challenges of others locally and globally through real-world exploration.
Our enriched curriculum integrates technology, offers a variety of optional subjects and maintains a strong focus on the arts, providing every opportunity for students to grow fully.
World-Class Education
Crawford International collaborates with the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) to bring world-class education to our schools.
The IB programmes are unique and encourage students to:
- Think critically and challenge assumptions
- Evolve as inquirers, both within and beyond the classroom
- Collaborate with diverse communities in an increasingly interconnected world
- Develop cultural awareness through additional languages and deeper understanding of different societies
- Access pathways that support entry into leading universities globally
The International Baccalaureate further enhances the rigorous, globally-aligned academic programme at our preparatory schools, preparing students to excel at college and beyond.


Sports, Arts & Culture
We motivate our students to try new pursuits by offering a variety of opportunities within and beyond the classroom..
The following sports and cultural activities are also included in our school fees:
Sports & Innovation Activities
- Athletics
- Chess
- Cricket
- Hockey
- Netball
- Rock Climbing
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Water Polo
Cultural & Academic Activities
- Afrikaans
- Crawford Cares Outreach Programme
- Eisteddfod
- French
- isiZulu
- MAD Club (Drama)
- Mandarin
- Marimba Band
- Mini City Council
- Music (Instruments or Voice)
- Musical Soirée
- Productions
- Public Speaking
- STEAM
- Trinity and Music Examinations
Additional Activities
We also offer several private activities on our campus to enrich our offering, subject to demand and at an extra cost to parents:
- Ballet/Modern Dance
- Intro Golf
- Judo
- Karate
- Selected excursions and/or school tours
Facilities
Art Studio
Art is enjoyed by our students as they freely explore a variety of art mediums and techniques under the gentle guidance of our specialist Art teacher in our bright and colourful art room.
Auditorium (120-seater)
Our auditorium is a multi-purpose space that hosts many of our internal and external community initiatives.
Crawford Kidz Club
Our Crawford Kidz Club runs each afternoon of term until 17:30 with lunch and a snack included. The afternoon includes supervised home learning as well as time to engage in various educational games, balanced with free play. A holiday club programme is offered during the school holidays.
Our Fees
Crawford International Lonehill Preparatory provides an all-inclusive offering* to give our students every opportunity to develop holistically.
Please see our fee structure below.
Contact us
Crawford International Lonehill Preparatory
Sceales Road, Lonehill
Tel: +27 011 465 1201


















