St Joseph's Marist College
International School in Cape Town
Quick answer
St Joseph's Marist College is an international school serving expat families in Cape Town. Well-suited to budget-conscious families. Tuition of $2,847–$5,624/year is in line with Cape Town averages.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at St Joseph's Marist College.
- Tuition: $2,847–$5,624/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 20 (max 25) Cape Town international school · 528 students total.
- Ages: Ages 3 to 18 school day starts at 08:00.
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About St Joseph's Marist College
St Joseph’s Marist College is a multicultural, fully co-ed school that extends from Pre-school to Matric. In addition to mainstream classes, the College also offers Montessori classes from pre-primary to Grade 6. The College's beautiful buildings and grounds mirror its harmonious character, as well as the family atmosphere it exudes from the moment you step through its gates.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $2,847 – $5,624 |
| Annual tuition (local) | R 52669-R 104051 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $5,006(+18%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $6,506 |
| Cost position in Cape Town | 34th percentile(mid-range) |
Other
Afrikaans, Xhosa
An Education Support Teacher, a Social Worker and an Occupational Therapist are available on the campus. An Education Support Team assists teachers who have children in their classes that are experiencing difficulties with their school work.
Special Needs Unit
Yes
08:00 – Depending on the grade anything between 13:00 - 15:00
No, however there is a tuckshop
We cater for all diets
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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