About Us
Welcome to
Crawford International Ruimsig Senior Preparatory
At Crawford International Ruimsig Senior Preparatory, we offer a fresh and engaging approach to education. We are committed to academic excellence, achieved by our skilled and passionate teachers, focused on developing global citizenship within each student. Our commitment encourages independent thought, nurtures talent, and inspires our students to achieve their maximum potential, making us a top primary school in Roodepoort.
We also offer a vibrant and varied sports and arts programme. We believe that access to various sports and cultural disciplines allows students to develop skills and interests that enrich their personalised learning journey.
Academics
Grade 1 – 7
We measure our students’ performance against credible
international standards. Crawford International Preparatory
Schools have been awarded authorisation as International
Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools offering the International
Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP). The programme
is internationally recognised and aims to develop students as
global citizens.
The programme places emphasis on universal development, and as such, is designed to develop students’ understanding of the challenges and experiences of others, locally and globally, through continually exploring real-world issues. Our schools offer an enriched curriculum, incorporating technology to enhance the learning experience, a selection of subjects and a focus on the arts. This allows our students every opportunity to develop holistically.
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;
- consider varied contexts – personal, local and global – when engaging in their units of learning and the related conversations;
- engage with a diverse group of people in an increasingly globalised and rapidly changing world;
- become more culturally aware through learning additional languages and developing a rich understanding of varied cultures and countries;
- drive their own learning through ongoing self-reflection to determine their current strengths and ascertain the steps needed to enhance their personal understanding and skills;
- participate in programmes of education that can lead to entry into some of the highest-ranking universities in the world.
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. By exposing students to a variety of activities, students learn essential life skills such as team-play, leadership, and sportsmanship.
The following sports and cultural activities are included in our school fees:
Academic Subjects & Innovation Activities
- English (HL)
- Afrikaans (FAL)
- isiZulu (FAL)
- Mathematics
- Unit of Inquiry
- Educational Technology (Digital Literacy)
- PSPE (Personal, Social & Physical Education)
- Art
- Drama
- Music
- Music Theory
- Social Studies
- Science
- Technology (Grade 7)
- Economic and Management sciences (Grade 7)
- STEAM
- Innovation Station
- Makerspace / STEAM
- Drones (Grade 6 and 7)
- 3D printer
- Spheros (Coding)
Sports & The Arts
- Athletics
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Chess
- Netball
- Soccer
- 7s Rugby
- Hockey
- Cross-Country
- Cricket
- Judo*
- Karate*
- Indian Dance
- Free Style Dance
- Drama
- Choir
- Clarinet Ensemble
- Local and International tours
- Public Speaking
- Marimba
- Art Club
- Vocals*
- Drums*
- Piano*
- Saxophone*
- Violin*
- Hip-Hop*
- Ballet*
*Subject to demand at additional cost to parents.
Additional Offering
We also offer several private activities on our campus to enrich our offering, subject to demand, and at an extra cost to parents:
- Selected excursions and/or school tours.
- Judo
- Golf
Additional activities offered by the Crawford Centre for The Arts include:
- Hip Hop and Contemporary Dance
- Pottery
- Instrument and Vocal Training
Facilities
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Grand Hall
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Aftercare
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Art Studio
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Fees for 2024
Crawford International Ruimsig Preparatory provides an all-inclusive offering* to give our students every opportunity to develop holistically. Fees include access to support services, professional school photographs as well as a digital yearbook.
Please see our fee structure below.
Download our fee structure below.
Contact Us
Crawford International Ruimsig Senior Preparatory
Corner of Peter Road and Kuilstok Road
Ruimsig, Roodepoort
Tel: +27 11 958 0707
Email: ruimsig@crawfordinternational.co.za
Crawford International is part of the Schools Division of the ADvTECH Group, a JSE-listed company. Being part of a bigger group ensures ongoing investment, financial stability, efficient online systems and academic excellence.
