HELDERBERG
HIGH SCHOOL
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Class of 2026
Term Dates 2026
12 January – 25 March
8 April – 26 June
21 July – 23 September
6 October – 9 December
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NOTICE BOARD
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6 October
School Opens
Remember your Blazer for Assembly!
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07 -09 October
Grade 12 Practical​
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09 October
Civvies Day R10.00
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12 October
Design Exhibition
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13 October​
Awards Evening
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25 October
Cape Peninsula Tour
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Volleyball
SCHOOL HOURS
Please see Timetable under news and Timetables.
Depending on the Grade and subjects:
Mondays to Thursdays - 07:25 to 14:00 or 14:30
Fridays - 07:25 to 13:33 or 14:00
MISSION STATEMENT
Helderberg High School exists to develop the spiritual, intellectual, social and physical potential of each learner by providing an education based on Christian principles in a caring environment.
Helderberg High School was established in 1928 and operates as a small, private Christian-based school located on the foothills of the Helderberg Mountain in Somerset West, Western Cape. ​
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Key Historical & Campus Milestones
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Founding: Established in 1928 with a long-standing tradition of small classes and individual student attention.
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Shared Campus Years: For many years, the high school utilized the facilities and buildings of Helderberg College.
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New Independent Campus: The school eventually developed its own dedicated campus through structured building phases:
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Phase 1 (2002): Added 10 classrooms, a staff room, and a computer laboratory.
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Phase 2 (2002): Included the reception area, principal's office, boardroom, school foyer, Silverleaf Chapel, and additional small classrooms.
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Phase 3 (2003): Introduced specialized science and biology laboratories.
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Recent Expansions: Continued campus developments include modern sports and events facilities
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2025 Improvements
TO LEARN - TO LIVE - TO SERVE
HELDERBERG HIGH SCHOOL
is a small private school (approximately 205 learners) situated on a peaceful campus
on the foothills of Helderberg mountains. We pride ourselves on our small
classes (22 learners per class) and 2 classes per grade.
Our staff believe in a Christian-based education and endeavour to create a
caring environment in which each child is unique.
Although our campus is new, the high school was established 98 years ago.
We have an excellent matric pass rate and a high standard of education.
Please peruse our website at your leisure.