About Us
Welcome to
Crawford International Sandton Preparatory
At Crawford International Sandton Preparatory, we simply want to create magic each day with the belief that every child is a masterpiece. We encourage independent thought, nurture talent, and inspire each student to achieve his or her maximum potential.
Our ethos and essence are built on mutual respect, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate each other’s beliefs, religions, and value systems, making our learning community truly unique.
We also take pride in our upscale learning environment. Our campus was built over 25 years ago, close to the heart of Sandton. Our classrooms, studios, laboratories, and centres are all part of our beautiful architecture and overlook the various sporting facilities and fields.
We also take pride in our upscale learning environment. Our campus was built over 25 years ago, close to the heart of Sandton.
Our classrooms, studios, laboratories, and centres are all part of our beautiful architecture and overlook the various sporting facilities and fields.
Academics
Grade 1 - 7
Crawford International Preparatory Schools have been awarded authorisation as International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools offering the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP). The International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme is an internationally recognised and rigorously integrated programme that aims to develop students as global citizens who choose to impact the world around them positively.
The programme places emphasis on universal development, and as such, is designed to develop students’ understanding of 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 variety of extension and enrichment 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.
The following sports and cultural activities are included in our school fees:
Sports Activities
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 included in our school fees:
- Cricket
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Soccer
- Netball
- Athletics
- Hockey
- Chess
Cultural Activities
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 included in our school fees:
- Drama
- Music
- Art and Crafts
- Dance
- Public Speaking
- Board Games
- Computers
Facilities
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Aftercare/Adventure Club
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Art Studio
ButtonArt is enjoyed by our students as they freely explore a variety of art mediums and techniques under the gentle guidance of our specialist Art teachers in our bright and colourful art rooms.
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Auditorium (300-seater)
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Fees for 2024
Crawford International Sandton Preparatory provides an all-inclusive offering* to give our students every opportunity to develop holistically. Please see our fee structure below.
*We also offer several private activities to enrich our offering, subject to demand, and at an extra cost to parents.
Download our fee structure below.
Contact Us
Crawford International Sandton Preparatory
Crawford Estate, 11 Benmore Road
Benmore Gardens , Sandton
Tel: +27 11 784 7565
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.
