About Us

St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Primary School

St. Augustine’s RC Primary School is more than just a place of learning; it’s a home where we nurture dreams, celebrate achievements, and build lasting connections. We take pride in the diversity of our school and provide a climate of respect and acceptance for everyone. Apart from academic excellence and achieving their potential, our children must have good character – knowing and doing what is right, having a heart for others and being confident that they will succeed despite all odds.

Our History

St Augustine’s was originally a convent for the Holy Cross sisters who had their mother house in Germany. With the pandemic in 1918 the convent had to star to take care of the many orphans living around Parow. The Orphange was opened and subsequently the school at the beginning of the 20th century.

In the 20th Century the establishment housed a Teacher college for girl after grade 10. The primary school up unto grade 7 and the special training school . Many teachers came from this college. St Augustines was a school for the elite , doctors children, teachers children , social workers children.

Because of the group areas act the school in Parow closed in 1965. A new convent was built in Modderdam road and the sisters once again set out to rebuild the establishment. Because of the location the school became within reach of many more families, opening its gates to the marginalised.

The teaching in Home Language became difficult. Many learners struggled with English and Afrikaans. More recently the computer lab was set up where learners are taught the necessary skills. Mother Bernarda was the founder of our vision and mission and today we still teach learners holistically and courage to carry their cross and finding salvation in Jesus Christ.

We continue to stand as a school that is special, because Jesus Christ is the centre of our school and the values and attitudes of Christ are modelled by the staff, learners and the school community. We serve a loving, kind and gracious God whose Grace and Mercy has been sufficient for us.

Sonia Marchant — Headmaster
St. Augustine’s RC Primary School at a Glance
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Vision
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We, the St. Augustine’s community strive to foster: a safe, collaborative, trusting and values centred environment of mutual respect in the Catholic tradition of prayer and service that responds to change.

Mission
Statement

In embracing this mission, we the community of St. Augustine’s RC Primary School dedicate ourselves to:

  • 1. Deepening of Faith – We will provide opportunities to each person to develop a relationship with God.

  • 2. Academic Achievement – We will strive to provide a positive and challenging environment to develop independent and critical thinkers.

  • 3. Building caring communities – We will also strive to draw together communities where everyone experiences a sense of belonging and inspiring social responsibilities. In doing so, we aim to provide the opportunity for the development of each person’s full potential in an environment where the individual is respected and which places God at the centre of our lives.

    • Our Core
    Values

    Academic Excellence: We strive for the highest standards of education, fostering a love of learning and intellectual growth.

    Faith and Spirituality: Grounded in Catholic values, we nurture faith, promote moral development, and foster a strong spiritual foundation.

    Community: We cultivate a welcoming and inclusive environment, fostering partnerships between students, families, and the wider community.

    Respect and Compassion: We value each individual, fostering a caring and respectful community where empathy and kindness are paramount.

    Integrity and Responsibility: We instill a sense of integrity and accountability, empowering students to make ethical choices and take ownership of their actions.

    Holistic Development: We nurture the growth of the whole child, fostering their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being.

    Lifelong Learning: We promote a love of learning that extends beyond the boundaries of the classroom, fostering a thirst for knowledge and personal growth.

    Excellence in Leadership: We inspire and empower our students to become confident and ethical leaders who contribute positively to society.

    Our Goal

    Our goal is to provide all students with a comprehensive and diverse curriculum. We strive to offer rewarding and engaging activities that prepare them for a fulfilling social, cultural, and religious life.