Hout Bay International School

Hout Bay International School is more than a school, it’s a community of diverse individuals and families; a centre of academic, cultural and sporting excellence; a home away from home and a family for all. 

Being as diverse as the community within which we find ourselves, we are committed to celebrating difference and fostering international mindedness.

We provide a world-class education of an international standard, inspiring our students to reach their unique potential, equipping them for an ever-changing world and affording them the opportunity to become leaders of the future who will help to create a better world through intercultural understanding and respect.

Our school prides itself on its academic performance in the DP with a consistent 100% pass rate, an overall aggregate above the IB world average and students accepted at first-class universities across the world.

Hout Bay International School Admission Process

To apply, submit the following documents to [email protected]

for the attention of the Director of Admissions:

1.   Completed Application form

2.   Passport/Identity document /colour photograph of the applicant

3.   Copy of both parents’/guardians’:

      – South African Identity Document

      – Passport and Permanent Resident Certificate or valid Visa

4.   Copy of applicant’s:

      – Passport and Permanent Resident Certificate or valid Visa (foreign students)

      – Unabridged Birth Certificate

      – South African Identity Document (SA citizens over 16 years of age)

5.   Proof of medical cover (foreign students)

6.   Copies of last TWO official academic reports (if applicable)

7.   Copy of most recent Special Educational Needs (SEN) Report (if applicable)

Hout Bay International School Application Fee

All applications must be accompanied with the Application Fee of R800 (non-refundable) – no application will be processed without proof of payment. Payments can be made via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), cheque (made out to IES INTERNATIONAL HOUT BAY SCHOOL (Pty) Ltd) or by credit card (machine located in the Finance Department). Please use the applicant’s name (student) as a reference.

Hout Bay International School Contact Details

Tel +27 21 791 7900

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