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Grade 7 & 8 Experience Day
Grade 7s and 8s! Come and experience a day at Abbotts Bordeaux where you will learn to play Minecraft, participate in a Drama class, create an Art piece, cut up some kidneys in Life Science and witness a Science experiment!
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
CALLING ALL 2026 GRADE 7 & 8 STUDENTS ...
APPLY FOR YOUR HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP AT ABBOTTS TODAY!
WE ARE GIVING AWAY R2,1 MILLION WORTH OF SCHOLARSHIPS
Abbotts High School is pleased to offer a limited number of scholarships to prospective students entering Grade 8 & 9 in 2027.
At Abbotts High School, we believe that academic excellence extends beyond outstanding marks. It is reflected in curiosity, determination, resilience, integrity and a genuine passion for learning. Our Academic Scholarship Programme has been developed to recognise and reward students who consistently demonstrate these qualities and who have the potential to make a meaningful contribution to the academic life of our school.
The Academic Scholarship Programme recognises exceptional students who consistently demonstrate academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and the potential to thrive within the Abbotts High School learning environment.
Scholarships are awarded following a competitive selection process and are intended to encourage students who are committed to achieving their personal best while contributing positively to the life of the school.
The number and value of scholarships awarded each year will depend on the quality of applications received and the recommendations of the Academic Scholarship Selection Committee.
* Submission of an application does not guarantee that a scholarship will be awarded.
* All scholarship decisions are made in accordance with the Abbotts High School Academic Scholarship Programme Policy.
* The Principal's decision regarding the awarding of scholarships is final.
Scholarship assessments are taking place on Saturday, 31 October. Ensure your book your place today!
Abbotts High School
Bordeaux
Abbotts High School Bordeaux is an exciting addition to the Abbotts family — a school built on strong academic foundations, innovative thinking, and a commitment to developing confident, capable young adults ready to thrive in a rapidly changing world. It is a school intentionally designed for families who value academic excellence, structured support, and meaningful preparation for the future. Situated on the established former VEGA Bordeaux campus, our environment reflects both focus and opportunity - a space where ambition is nurtured and achievement is expected.
With 21 years of experience in education, and five successful years leading Abbotts High School Johannesburg South, I bring a deep commitment to cultivating schools defined by strong academic systems, purposeful leadership, and positive culture. My philosophy is clear: when expectations are high, guidance is expert, and every student is known… excellence becomes attainable.
At Abbotts Bordeaux, academic performance is approached with intention. Our structured Abbotts model ensures careful subject guidance, consistent academic monitoring, and strategic intervention where needed. Students benefit from focused class environments and academic support that allow them to progress with confidence. Alongside academic achievement, we deliberately encourage critical and ethical thinking, resilience, collaboration, and leadership - qualities that prepare our students not only for high-stakes examinations, but for tertiary study and professional success in a competitive global landscape.
Our culture is grounded in respect, accountability, integrity, inclusivity…and kindness. We believe that education is not merely about results, but about developing capable, self-assured young adults who understand their responsibility within a broader society.
Abbotts Bordeaux is more than a new campus; it is a carefully built community where standards matter, relationships are valued, and potential is realised.
I look forward to welcoming families who value both academic excellence and strong character as we shape a school of distinction in Randburg. It would be an honour to partner with your family as we embark on this exciting new chapter at Abbotts Bordeaux.
Marion Kohler
Principal: Abbotts High School Bordeaux
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Curriculum, Co-curricular & Extra-curricular Provision
Abbotts High School Bordeaux will offer a comprehensive and purpose-built educational environment designed to support academic students and their wider development. Our classrooms are modern, well-equipped, and structured to provide focused teaching across all subjects within the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) curriculum, including languages, mathematics, sciences, and the humanities, supported by age-appropriate learning resources and digital tools.
To enhance the core curriculum, students will have access to specialist learning spaces that support hands-on and experiential learning. These include dedicated science laboratories for practical investigation, a STEAM laboratory and computer resources to support EdTech and digital literacy, and library/resource areas that promote research and independent study.
We recognise the importance of nurturing creativity and self-expression. Our facilities will support cultural and artistic pursuits, including spaces for art, drama, and performance, accompanied by regular exhibitions, cultural evenings, and theatre activities that bring student creativity to the fore.
Abbotts Bordeaux also offers a rich co-curricular and extra-curricular programme that extends learning beyond the classroom. Students will be able to participate in field trips and educational excursions that deepen understanding of curriculum topics, structured social activities such as matric dances and awards evenings that build community and leadership. While no sports are offered, informal sporting activities and physical recreation areas promote health, teamwork, and resilience.
Our structured environment ensures that all students benefit from academic monitoring, personal development opportunities, and supportive facilities that contribute to their overall growth - intellectually, socially, and emotionally. This holistic provision reflects the Abbotts philosophy of empowering students to excel academically while developing the life skills and character that prepare them for future study and meaningful contribution in society.
The core philosophy of Abbotts High School is the belief in the individual worth of each student. We allow our students to express this individuality in an environment where teachers and students alike strive for the best results
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The relationship between the high school and the students is guided by the Code of Conduct, which all students are required to sign.
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Abbotts High School has successfully delivered on our promises for the past 50 years.
Our model is applicable to everyone who wants to achieve their academic and personal potential.
Our system is about incremental academic improvement – whether you are starting from the bottom or top of the class.
Our passion is for helping young people improve their grades, build on their successes, and expand their horizons.
If you have a goal and are committed to it – we will help you achieve it in a way that works for you.
At Abbotts, everyone and anyone can thrive and succeed.
We exist to change lives
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