Established in 1888, St Mary’s School, Waverley, is one of Johannesburg’s oldest and most respected schools for girls. For parents planning to enroll their daughters for the 2024 academic year, this guide outlines the tuition, boarding, and additional fees you can expect, as well as an estimate for 2025.
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2024 Tuition Fees
Junior School Tuition (Grades 000 to 7)
| Grade Level | Per Annum | Per Term | Monthly (10 months) | Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grades 000 and 00 | R86 950 | R29 880 | R9 280 | R29 880 |
| Grade 0 | R103 220 | R35 470 | R11 015 | R35 470 |
| Grades 1, 2, and 3 | R123 660 | R42 495 | R13 195 | R42 495 |
| Grade 4 | R139 885 | R48 070 | R14 930 | R48 070 |
| Grades 5, 6, and 7 | R152 385 | R52 365 | R16 260 | R52 365 |
Senior School Tuition (Forms I to V)
| Grade Level | Per Annum | Per Term | Monthly (10 months) | Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forms I and II (Grades 8-9) | R174 340 | R59 910 | R18 600 | R59 910 |
| Forms III, IV, and V | R189 880 | R65 250 | R20 260 | R65 250 |
2024 Boarding Fees
(Boarding available for Forms I to V)
| Boarding Type | Per Annum | Per Term | Monthly (10 months) | Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly Boarding | R133 105 | R45 740 | R14 200 | R45 740 |
| Termly Boarding | R145 590 | R50 030 | R15 530 | R50 030 |
Additional Fees for 2024
- Development Levy (Per pupil):
- Per Annum: R8 700
- Per Term: R2 900
- Monthly: R900
- Matric Examination Fee (Form V):
- The IEB matric examination fee of R8 605 (for a standard 7 subject package) is included in the tuition fee for Form V.
Deposit Requirements
Upon acceptance, a deposit equivalent to one term’s tuition is required. This deposit secures your child’s place at the school and is adjusted as they progress through the grades. Deposits are refunded when the pupil leaves, provided all outstanding fees are settled.
Payment Terms
- Annual fees: Must be paid in full before the first day of the school year.
- Termly fees: Payable by the first day of each term.
- Monthly fees: Payable via debit order from January to October.
- Late payment: Interest at 2% per month is charged on overdue accounts.
- Withdrawal: One full term’s notice, in writing, is required to withdraw a pupil from the school or boarding; otherwise, fees in lieu of notice will be charged.
2025 Estimated Fees
For 2025, it is expected that St Mary’s fees will increase by an estimated 5% to 10%, following typical annual increases in independent schools. Here’s a projected estimate of what the fees could be for 2025:
- Grades 000 and 00: R91 297 – R95 645 per annum
- Grade 0: R108 381 – R113 542 per annum
- Grades 1, 2, and 3: R129 843 – R135 646 per annum
- Grade 4: R146 879 – R153 874 per annum
- Grades 5, 6, and 7: R159 004 – R167 624 per annum
- Forms I and II (Grades 8-9): R183 057 – R191 774 per annum
- Forms III, IV, and V: R199 374 – R208 868 per annum
Boarding and other additional fees will likely see a similar percentage increase.
These estimates provide a rough guide for planning purposes, with the exact figures for 2025 to be confirmed by the school towards the end of 2024.