Why a Private School Makes Sense for You and Your Child
If you’ve ever worried that your child isn’t getting the attention they need in a crowded classroom, or that they’re just being pushed through the system without really learning, you’re not alone. More parents than ever are moving their kids to private schools – and the numbers prove it.
Private schooling in South Africa has grown from just 3.5% of all schools nationally in 2000 to over 10% today. Why? Because parents want smaller classes, stronger academic results, and an environment where kids are supported, not just taught.
Why Private Schools Get Better Results
It’s not just about what’s being taught – it’s how it’s taught. Private schools consistently outperform government schools for the following reasons:
- Smaller Classes Mean Real Teaching: In overcrowded schools, teachers have no choice but to focus on getting through the syllabus. There’s little time for individual help. Newton House is a private school with small classes and a maximum of 13 students per class, so teachers have the time to teach, and kids have time to understand.
- Extra Academic Support (at No Extra Cost): If your child is struggling in a government school, the options are limited – extra lessons often mean hiring a tutor. At Newton House, support lessons and consolidation classes are built into the school day, free of charge.
- Better Discipline, Fewer Distractions: Many government schools struggle with discipline due to the sheer number of children in a classroom. Learning can’t happen in an out-of-control space. Private schools maintain structure and set high expectations from day one, which makes for calmer, more focused learning environments.
- Teachers Who Have More to Give: Dedicated teachers exist in every school, but the reality is that government school educators often juggle huge classes, administrative loads, and limited resources. In private schools, teachers have the time, support, and connection with their students to do what they do best: teach.
A Private School is About More Than Just Marks
Good grades are important, but a great education means giving kids the confidence, skills, and resilience to succeed long after school ends.
That’s why private schools offer so much more than just a strong curriculum. Newton House in Randburg is a private preschool, primary school, and high school. Here, students get:
- A Full CAPS Curriculum Taught Differently: The same academic content, but with more personal attention, smaller groups, and approaches that meet kids where they’re at.
- Access to Specialist Support Services: On-site speech therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and educational psychologists work with teachers to identify challenges early.
- A Strong Focus on Extracurricular Activities: Robotics, music, art, drama, coding, chess, and sports like football, athletics, and even mountain biking and specimen fishing. Kids need balance!
- A Low-Stress Environment That Still Stretches Them: High expectations, but with better structure and support to help them meet those expectations.
A Christian School with Strong Values
For families looking for a Christian school in Randburg, private schooling offers something even more valuable – an education that reflects the values you teach at home. Christian principles influence everything from discipline to school culture at Newton House. Respect, integrity, and kindness are part of everyday life. Here, we help to mould good people, rather than just good students.
Is a Private School the Right Choice for Your Child?
Not every child struggles in government schools, but plenty do. Some kids need smaller classes. Others need more structured teaching. Some just need a school that sees them as individuals instead of another name on a register.
That’s why private schools have grown so much, and why families who make the switch rarely look back. Amongst all the nearby schools, Newton House stands out for its small classes, individual attention, excellent academics, assisted learning environment, and commitment to personal growth. If you’ve been wondering whether a private school is the right fit for your child, this school might be exactly what they need.
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