Curro Holdings is a well-known South African independent school operator. The company was founded in 1998 and since then it has been providing affordable, quality education to learners from all backgrounds.
Types of Curro Schools
Curro Holdings provides a range of schools, including:
- Curro Castle Schools: These schools are for pre-primary learners aged from 3 months to 5 years.
- Curro Primary Schools: These schools provide education for learners in grades R to 7.
- Curro High Schools: These schools offer education for learners in grades 8 to 12.
- Meridian Schools: These schools are part of the Curro Holdings group but operate under a different name. They provide education for learners in grades R to 12.
Number of Curro Schools
As of 2021, there are 164 Curro Schools in South Africa. This number includes 73 Curro Primary Schools, 38 Curro High Schools, and 28 Curro Castle Schools.
The rest of the schools include Meridian Cosmo City, Meridian Pinehurst, and Meridian Karino.
Curro Schools Location
Curro Schools are not only situated in the major cities but also in some of the smaller towns of South Africa. These locations are:
| Location | Number of Schools |
|---|---|
| Gauteng | 69 |
| Western Cape | 45 |
| KwaZulu-Natal | 20 |
| Eastern Cape | 12 |
| Free State | 4 |
| North West | 3 |
| Mpumalanga | 5 |
| Limpopo | 3 |
Curro Schools Curriculum
Curro Schools offer the South African National Curriculum Statement (CAPS) and the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), which are both accredited by the Department of Education. The high schools also offer the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.
Curro Holdings' educational philosophy is grounded on the principle of academic and operational excellence, maintaining a broadly Christian ethos, and promoting the individuality and growth of each learner.
Conclusion
Curro Holdings has been providing affordable education to thousands of learners in South Africa, with over 160 schools as of 2021. The company's commitment to academic excellence and quality education remains unchanged as they continue to expand their reach to South Africa's suburbs, small towns, and big cities.
