The education system in South African public schools is historically sound. Recent years have brought a shift in popularity from public education to private education as it is rumored that public education is waning. So we took a survey of a 100 parents in the know to find schools most highly regarded: whether public or private. We do not attempt to provide a definitive answer on educational options, but merely to provide some information to start you off. We strongly recommend that you make your own enquiries as decisions concerning your children's future are personal choices that the writer does not want responsibility for.

You will find for the most part your children will enjoy schooling in South Africa; of course they will miss their friends at home, but I'll guarantee that if your child has reasonable social skills, SA kids will flock to meet the newby and their pining will disappear in a week or two.

Our winters are mild. Sport plays an important part of the curriculum all year round. Most winter & summer daytime temperature range between 21 & 30 degrees C. It is important to encourage your child to participate in sport because South Africans are sport mad. Friendships are formed instantly on the rugby & cricket field; whether or not your child is a star performer. In SA it's more about how you play the game. Courage & commitment are important values, not necessarily the strongest players win friends. Most schools field several teams per age group. Your child will have every opportunity to be involved.