St. Cyprian's School (South Africa)
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We train not for time, but for eternity. We teach not for school, but for life.
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| Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa | |
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| Locale | Suburban |
| Headmistress | Ms Sue Redelinghuys |
| Exam board | WCED |
| Students | 730 girls |
| Type | Private, Boarding |
| Grades | 0 - 12 |
| Established | 1871 |
| Fees | R46 980 p.a. (boarding) R42 940 p.a. (tuition) |
| Homepage | www.stcyprians.co.za |
St. Cyprian's School is a private boarding school for girls in Oranjezicht, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It is situated not far from the beautiful Table Mountain and has a breathtaking view. The school community is one that is closely knitted together and the school has a supportive, encouraging and well-balanced outlook on life.
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[edit] History
It was founded in 1871 by Bishop Robert Gray and has an Anglican foundation. The school practises it's Angilcan religion by having regular Eucharists, some Christian camps, chapel on some selected days and classes of Divinity. It's traditions are widely upheld and St Cyprian's prides itself on the involvement of the girls in charity work all around Cape Town and surrounds.
[edit] Ethos
The school believes firmly in a well-rounded education and incorporates six 'IDEALS'; Internationalism, Democracy, Environmentalism, Adventure, Leadership and Service. St Cyprian's is also a member of the 'Round Square' international community of schools.
[edit] Academics
Its learners write the WCED exams.
| Grade 12 WCED Results | 2007 |
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| Number of candidates | 55 |
| Pass Rate (%) | 100 |
| A aggregates/Distinctions | 13 |
| Merit Passes with Endorsments | 45 |
| Subject A's | 80 |
| Students in Top 3 in the WCED exams for History | 1 |
| Students in Top 3 in the WCED exams for Portuguese | 1 |
