Grade 1 – 3
Junior Primary
Empowering her future by building strong foundations.
About Junior Primary
In Junior Primary, each girl’s personal growth is developed in a caring environment – focusing on growing her unique strengths, and encouraging them to build and grow friendships. The early developmental ages are the most important to start unlocking their potential and growth.
At St Mary‘s we focus on building character and inspiring young minds through specialised areas that are constantly being adapted to keep up to date with changing trends. These include:
- Thinking Skills: Habits of Mind, Thinking Maps and Visible Thinking Routines
- Emotional Intelligence (EQ)
- Big Sisters, Saints’ Sisters Family Groups and the Buddy Programme: Social Emotional Learning
- A focus on reading using the Time to Read Programme
- Allowing girls to express themselves in our Creativity Centre
Junior Primary
Academics
Each girl will be given the attention she needs to thrive from a young age through ongoing support and motivation. She will have no limits to what she can achieve. The St Mary’s SMART Centre (St Mary’s Accelerated Remedial and Therapy) has our on site dedicated Remedial Specialists available to offer assistance when required. Through our intentional classroom designs, daily activities and structured routines, girls can develop a sense of independence throughout their early developmental stages.
In our classrooms, we have enhanced sound systems that improve acoustics to create an optimal learning environment. These FM systems make it easier for children to hear the teacher clearly in the midst of general classroom noise – to maximise their listening skills and learning.
Subjects offered
- Afrikaans
- isiZulu
- Arts
- Life Orientation
- Drama
- Mathematics
- English
- Music
- Handwriting
- Physical Education
- ICT (Information and Communication Technology)
- Religious Education
- Thinking Skills
Junior Primary
Sport
Our philosophy of ‘Success Through Participation’ allows your daughter to get involved in various sporting programmes where she can develop her skills, build her character, and most importantly have fun.
With our world class facilities, which include 2 swimming pools, an astroturf, an indoor sports centre and a Dance studio, there is room for her to explore a sport that she can thrive in. Through immersing herself in the different sports, she will be able to build and reveal her character. We offer something for everyone here.
Sports on offer
- Athletics
- Cross Country
- Gymnastics (For Grade R and Grade 1)*
- Madsen Hockey Academy*
- Karate Club*
- Soccer
- Netball
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Ballet, Modern, and Hip-Hop dance*
*These are paid-for extras
Junior Primary
Culture
We believe in providing your daughter with opportunities to explore her artistic side, nurture her creativity, and discover the joy of self-expression. Our cultural programme offers a gateway to a world of artistic exploration and growth.
Our magnificent amphitheatre serves as a captivating venue for outstanding musical concerts and dramatic performances, showcasing the remarkable talents of our girls year after year. Every year we host a speech and drama festival and play production.
Cultural activities offered
- Art
- Ballet, Modern, and Hip-Hop Dance*
- Choir
- Drama
- Music
*These are paid-for extras
Junior Primary
Facilities
Our Junior Primary offers a remarkable array of facilities designed to foster and enhance the development of your young daughter.
From our exceptional amphitheatre to our dedicated dance and gymnastics arena, our facilities cater to a diverse range of interests and personalities. With 2 heated swimming pools, 7 tennis courts, and 2 sports fields, there is something for everyone to discover and enjoy.
Facilities available
- Amphitheatre
- Primary School Library
- Chapel
- Creativity Centre
- Dance Studio
- Gymnastics Arena
- 2 Heated Swimming pools
- Indoor Sports Hall
- Information & Communication Technology Lab
- LRC - Lecture Theatre
- 2 Netball Courts
- SMART Centre
- Soundscapes (St Mary’s Music School)
- 2 Sports Fields
- 7 Tennis Courts
- Water-based Astroturf
Junior Primary
Quick FAQ
Fees & Admissions
Annual Fees 2026
Fixed billings per year. A 5% discount applies to fees paid in full by 31 January. Administration Fee on Application: R750.
031 764 9800Grade 1
R109 140
R105 320 if paid in full by 31 January
Grade 2
R110 160
R106 305 if paid in full by 31 January
Grade 3
R121 380
R117 135 if paid in full by 31 January
What comes next
Senior Primary
Learn values to thrive in an ever-changing world