HELDERBERG
HIGH SCHOOL
Term Dates 2026
12 January – 25 March
8 April – 26 June
21 July – 23 September
6 October – 9 December
NOTICE BOARD
6 October
School Opens
Remember your Blazer for Assembly!
07 -09 October
Grade 12 Practical
09 October
Civvies Day R10.00
12 October
Design Exhibition
13 October
Awards Evening
25 October
Cape Peninsula Tour
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.
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
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.