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St John's College. A world-class Christian African School
St John’s College is a world-class Anglican school founded in 1898. The school accepts boys from Grade 0 to Grade 12 into the Pre-Preparatory, Preparatory and the College, and accepts boys and girls in The Bridge Nursery School and Sixth Form.
St John’s numbers among South Africa’s pre-eminent schools, with a reputation for excellence extending well beyond the country’s borders.
Based in Houghton, Johannesburg, St John’s follows the rich traditions of the Anglican Church. Teaching is based on sound values and morals and the Anglican ethos of respect and care, while also celebrating the traditions of other faith communities to encourage mutual understanding and tolerance.
St John's College and COVID-19
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Basketball Tournament 2026: Sponsorship Opporutnities
The 21st St John's College Basketball Tournament, brought to you by Standard Bank, is happening from 19 to 22 February 2026. This is Southern Africa's biggest boys' school hoops tournament, attracting thousands of spectators, top-tier talent, and interprovincial and international teams. The following sponsorship packages are designed to maximise your brand's visibility and create meaningful engagement with young athletes, their families, and the broader basketball community.
Siyakhuluma: A celebration of young voices
Nelson Mandela once said, "Sometimes it falls upon a generation to be great. You can be that generation." The speakers at the 8th Siyakhuluma Youth Speaking Festival on Wednesday, 24 September, fully embraced Madiba's words, celebrating both the voices of South African youth and Heritage Day.
World Teacher's Day
As we celebrate Teacher's Day and Teacher Appreciation Month, St John's students express their gratitude to the entire school community—teachers, staff, and everyone who works behind the scenes to make our institution world-class. This is our collective thank you.