St Declan School For Boys

Considering St Declan School For Boys in Alberton for your child’s 2025 registration? Consider all factors, like whether parents are moving their children out of this school, or if teachers are frequently resigning? We went out of our way to gather all the insider information you need.

I’ll share with you St Declan School For Boys enrolment statistics, teacher resignations, the principal, teacher-to-student ratio, fees, photos, registration procedure, and more. Hoping you can make an informed decision for your child’s 2025 registration.

St Declan School For Boys Basic Information

Just to make sure we are talking about the right school you are interested in, lets double check the school details below as per DoBE.

 Adress: 101, Swartkoppies Road, Alberton
  Disability: Not a special school, but some conditions can be supported.
  EMIS No.: 700400824
 School Phase: Combined School

Enrolment Trend

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The enrolment pattern for St Declan School For Boys will be very crucial for a new parent like you.

In 2021, exactly 495 learners were part of St Declan School For Boys, in 2022 we see 7 more learners joining the school, and in 2023, 46 more learners joining the school.

The above chart would mean that enrolment is growing steadily and happily. The school is welcoming more and more learners each year.

School Principal

The principal of St Declan School For Boys is Ngosa Bwalya, and that was for 2023. So I haven’t checked if there has been some changes but I will update you soonest.

One important indicator to consider when deciding on a new school for your child is the consistency of its principal over a period of at least three years. So, let’s take a look at this school of interest to you.

Here is a short timeline to show who was leading the school over the past 3 years.

  2021	2022	2023 
Ngosa Bwalya	Ngosa Bwalya	Ngosa Bwalya

Teacher Retention & Ratio

School enrolment is undoubtedly important, but what is even more critical is a school’s ability to retain its teachers for the longest time possible. When teachers remain with a school, they become deeply integrated into the school’s culture and the parent community, leading to a solid learning environment.

By the year 2021, St Declan School For Boys had 36 teachers but in 2022, 4 new teachers were employed at the school, and in 2023, 3 more teachers sadly left the school.

An increasing number of teachers over three years suggests a positive trend for the school. It could mean that the school is growing, with more students enrolling, and that it’s an attractive place to work, offering good support and job satisfaction. This growth can lead to smaller class sizes, more individualized attention for students, and a vibrant, supportive school environment.

But St Declan School For Boys is a special case because it has increasing enrollment, and at the same time increasing teaching staff. What does this mean to potential parents?

If the number of enrollments is increasing while the number of teachers is also increasing, then the school is thriving and expanding within and beyond Alberton.

The school’s teacher to learner ration is 1:15 meaning that, One teacher is responsible for 15 learners.

St Declan School For Boys Pass Rate

Much like Minister Siviwe Gwarube emphasised on the crucial need to enhance literacy and numeracy skills, the principal is dedicated to ensuring that from Grade 4 students can read for meaning. This foundational skill is essential as it provides every learner with a fair chance to excel all the way up to Grade 12 and beyond.

Contact Information

The best time to visit the school is after 9:00 AM, as all learners will be settled in their classes, and the administration will be available to assist you with forms and fees. However, for a school tour, it is advisable to visit after 1:00 PM, when the school day is nearly over, and a team member will be available to guide you.

• Address: 101, Swartkoppies Road, Alberton
• Suburb: Alberton
• Phone: (some contacts are personal mobile numbers, so please consult with the office)

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Registration

This school is an independent institution. Applications are submitted via an application form, and acceptance is based on the school’s capacity.

Additionally, some applications may require academic testing as part of the evaluation process to ensure the prospective student meets the necessary academic standards.

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St Declan School For Boys Fees

Confirming school quantile will determine the fees: St Declan School For Boys is an independent school, so they set their own school fees.

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Photos

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