2025 Admissions Guide

Re-opening on 14 January 2026

Everything you need for the year ahead

School re-opened officially on Wednesday the 14th of January 2026. Explore key dates, fees, and requirements to stay ready.

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2025 school fees breakdown

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School Fees (2026)

Annual school fees for 2026 are as follows:
1st Child: R10 450.00 (R950.00 x 11 months)
2nd Child: R9 450.00 (R900.00 x 11 months)
3rd Child: R8 950.00 (R850.00 x 11 months)

If the full amount is settled before 31st March 2026, a discount of one month's school fees may be deducted from the total.
Please be reminded that all accounts that are not settled in full by 30th December 2026, without justification, will be declared as "bad debt" and legal proceedings may be initiated to recover debt.

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Smart Payments

Cash Free Zone

As from 2024, Suncrest is a cash free zone which means school fees will only be paid through EFT, bank deposit or debit order. Remember to use the new payment reference as indicated on your statement. For example: 3NTU005

Banking Details

Name: Suncrest High School
Bank: ABSA
Account Number: 530 810 356
Account Type: Cheque/Current Account
Branch: Vanderbijlpark

DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
School Fees - January & February (to be paid upfront) R1 900.00
School fees R950 Per Month
Leadership and Study Camp (Deposit) R700
Grade 8 Ceremony R250
Spectator and Athletics Fee R320
Copy Fee/Creative Arts Workbook R200

DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
School Fees - January & February R1 900
School Fees R950 Per Month
Copy Fee R200
Creative Arts Workbook R120

DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
School Fees - January & February R1 900
School Fees R950 Per Month
Leadership and Study Camp (Deposit) R800
Copy Fee R200
Consumer Studies Lab Fee R500
CAT Lab Fee R250
Business Study Guide R70
8th Subject R250 Per Month

DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
School Fees - January & February R1 900
School Fee R950 Per Month
Study skills workshop R250
Copy Fee R200
Consumer Studies Lab Fee R500
CAT Lab Fee R250
Business Study Guide R70
8th Subject R250Per Term

DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
School Fees - January & February R1 900
School Fee R950 Per Month
Study Camp - (Deposit) R1000
Copy Fee R200
Afrikaans Literature Study Guide R100
Saturday Extra Classes R900 (R100 pm x 9 months)
Study Skills Workshop R200
Consumer Study Lab Fee R500
CAT Lab Fee R250
Business Study Guide R70
8th Subject R250 Per Month

Curriculum Subjects FET GET
English Home Language English Home Language
Afrikaans First Additional Afrikaans First Additional
Maths/Mathematical Literacy Maths
Life Orientation Life Orientation
Accountings Natural Science
Business Studies Economic Management Science
Consumer History Social Science
Computer Application Technology Technology
Economics Creative Arts
Geography -
History -
Life Science -
Physical Science -
Tourism -

General rules

  • Hair must always be tidy, neat and presentable/suitable for school purposes. The following guidelines are to be used to identify what is categorised as ‘tidy, neat & presentable’.
  • Girls will be allowed to wear maroon, black and blue hairbands. No White.
  • Hair is to be kept away from the face and should not obstruct vision, both yours and the person sitting behind you.

General Restrictions

  • No wigs allowed
  • No decorative hair accessories allowed e.g. decorative clips
  • No patterns allowed on all cuts or taper fades
  • No colouring of hair
  • No dye on forehead must be visible
  • No shaving patterns on eyebrows will be allowed.If done, eyebrows must be shaved off

All Grades Hair Rules

Guidelines
Colour.
  • Boys and girls are not to colour, dye or highlight their hair in a colour different to their natural hair colour.
  • A black coloured hairpiece must be used (preferably nr 1, 2 or 3) in the event a learner braids their hair using artificial hair.
Styles Listed are the acceptable hairstyles, who they apply to and the standards to be met for it to be considered as neat
Style Applies to Conditions
Natural Hair or Long hair Applicable to: Girls
  • Must be nicely tied up at ALL times.
  • Naturally curly hair must be neat, tidy and presentable.
Braids Applicable to: Girls
  • Hair is not allowed to touch the shoulder bones.
  • Hair reaching below the shoulder bones should be tied up and neat
Dreadlocks Applicable to: Girls
  • Should either be styled or tied up in a ponytail, if dreadlocks reach below the shoulder bones, it must be tied up and be neat.
  • No strands of hair may be left untied
Cornrows Applicable to: Girls Cornrows will be allowed
No strands of hair may be left untied
Short hair Applicable to: Girls and Boys (all grades)
  • Clean shave will be allowed
  • Brush cut will be allowed
  • Caesar Cut will be allowed
  • Buzz cut will be allowed.
  • Fade will be allowed.
  • No dye must be visible on the forehead.
  • No patterns allowed to be cut into natural hair.
  • No Mohawk cut
Afro Applicable to: Girls
  • Will be allowed provided it is deemed as neat and presentable and does not obstruct anyone’s vision.
  • Natural Afro must be neatly combed.
Examples of acceptable fades Examples of Prohibited fades

Grade 12 Boys Hair Rules

Suncrest High School acknowledges the importance of recognising maturity, leadership and cultural identity of our senior learners

After careful consideration by the School Management Team and consultation with relevant stakeholders, Grade 12 boys will be granted the privilege to wear braids or cornrows for the duration of the academic year, subject to the conditions outlined below.
Guidelines
Colour. Boys are not allowed to colour, dye or highlight their hair in a colour different from their natural hair colour.
Allowed.
  • Only straight-back cornrows are permitted
  • Braids must be neat, uniform and well maintained at all times.
  • Braids or cornrows must be natural hair colour (matching the learner's natural hair)
Not allowed.
  • Designs, patterns, zig-zags, curves or decorative styling will not be allowed.
  • No hair extensions, decorations beads or flash accessories will be allowed.
Length and accessories
  • Braids must be kept clean and tidy at all times
  • No loose ends, undone sections or hanging plating will be allowed
Accessories
  • Only plain black elastics are allowed
  • Beads, coloured strings, clips or decorative items are not allowed.
Compliance
  • Students must ensure their hairstules meet the requirements stated in the Code of Conduct hair policy at all times
  • The school reserves the right to request immediate correction if the hairstyle doesn't comply.
  • Repeated non-compliance may result in disciplinary action according to the School's Code of Conduct.
  • Parents may be notified, and the learner may be required to rectify the hairstyle within a given period. Failure to comply could result in detention, uniform suspension or other disciplinary measures.

Policy Download policy
Admission Policy The school follows a fair and transparent admission process based on established criteria and available capacity. Admission decisions comply with all applicable laws and are made by the school administration.
Code of Conduct The school's code of conduct outlines expectations for respectful, responsible behaviour and ensures a safe and positive learning environment for all learners.
Domestic and International Tours Policy The school's tours policy ensures that all domestic and international trips are safe, well supervised and aligned with educational objectives.
Finance Policy The school's finance policy ensures responsible management of funds through transparent procedures, accountability and compliance with applicable regulations
Language Policy The school's language policy promotes effective communication and respect for linguistic diversity while supporting students' language development across the curriculum.
LTSM Policy The school's LTSM policy ensures the effective selection, use and management of learning and teaching support material to enhance quality teaching and learning.
Policy on Religion The school's religion policy respects all faiths and beliefs.
School Safety Policy The school's safety policy ensures a secure and healthy environment for students, staff and visitors through clear safety guidelines, risk management and emergency preparedness
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Dress Code (Boys)


• Light blue shirt, Long grey pants/or shorts and tie.
• Long grey pants must be long enough to cover socks and shorts must be a proper length (fingers above the knee).
• No altering of pants allowed.
• Pants are not allowed to be rolled up, or hem shortened for ankles to be visible, and no alteration to narrow pants that it looks like skinny pants.
• Long or short sleeved light blue shirt with proper collar and tie.
• No blazer or jersey allowed to be rolled up.
• Black school belt.
• Only grey socks allowed.
• Only black school shoes allowed. (No boots - or any shoe covering the ankle.)
• No earrings, tongue rings, nose rings, eyebrow studs, necklaces, bracelets, or any other form of jewellery to be worn.
• Boys must be cleanly shaven during all times. (This includes beards, sideburns, and moustaches)
• Due to any medical reasons for boys being unable to shave, a Dr's note will be required.

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Dress Code (Girls)


• Light blue shirt, grey slacks/or claret skirt and tie.
• Grey slacks/claret skirt - skirt must be four fingers above the knee when standing, shorter hem must be taken down straight away.
• Skirts should not be altered or made narrower.
• The skirt must not be shorter than the blazer.
• Maroon or black ski pants must always be worn under the skirts (No other colour ski pants allowed).
• White or grey socks. White socks to be worn with skirts and white or greys socks with pants.
• Plain black stockings allowed through the year. (No designer stockings).Black or white Socks can be worn underneath stockings.
• Jewellery is not allowed. Girls may wear a single gold or silver stud or small sleeper in each ear and must be worn in the bottom hole. NO diamonds, pearls etc. NO nose, tongue or eyebrow studs are allowed. NO bangles, bands, or necklaces
• Coloured nail polish is not allowed.
• Nails should be short and clean. (Nail is not allowed to be longer than the nailbed)
• No make up to be worn including lip gloss or lip liner.(Coloured of Natural)