Applications

Kindy Note:

  • School fees: Please note that Rondebosch Boys’ High School is a fee-paying school.
  • Boarding House fees: For those interested in applying for the Boarding House, please note that boarding fees are charged
    in addition to school fees (i.e school fees + boarding house fees).

Please see here for the fee structure:  https://rondebosch.com/high/admissions/fees/

 

Grade 8 2026 Voluntary Expression of Interest form can be filled out here.

Grade 8 Boarding House Applications

Grade 8 Boarding House Admissions to RBHS for 2026 Academic Year (current proposed dates as per the WCED)

  • Opening date for admission applications is 11 March 2025
  • Closing date for admission applications is 15 April 2025

1. Application Process 

Please contact our Admissions Secretary for more information.
Attention:  Admissions Secretary
Delivery Address: Rondebosch Boys’ High School, Canigou Avenue, Rondebosch, 7700
Email:  admissions@rondebosch.com

Please include the below Supporting Documentation:

  • Handwritten motivational letter from the learner
  • Motivational letter from the parents/guardians
  • Copy of latest school report
  • Academic achievements
  • Sporting achievements
  • Cultural achievements
  • Other achievements
  • Leadership positions
  • Any other relevant motivational information you may wish to include.

2. In addition, please ensure to apply via the WCED website.  ALL applications for admission to Rondebosch Boys’ High School must be done online via the WCED website.

https://wcedonline.westerncape.gov.za/

  • Opening date for admission applications is 11 March 2025 (current proposed date as per the WCED).
  • Closing date for admission applications is 15 April 2025 (current proposed date as per the WCED).
  • Applications for admission to Grades 9 to 11 in 2026 will be considered during mid-August 2025 to approximately mid-October 2025.  Applications must be done online via the WCED website.

Application Enquiries:
Admissions Secretary:
Tel: 021 686 3987
Email: admissions@rondebosch.com

Admissions to RBHS

Admissions to RBHS for 2026 Academic Year (Gr 8)

1. ALL applications for admission to Rondebosch Boys’ High School must be done online via the WCED website.  https://wcedonline.westerncape.gov.za/

  • Opening date for admission applications is 11 March 2025. (current proposed date as per the WCED)
  • Closing date for admission applications is 15 April 2025. (current proposed date as per the WCED)
  • Outcome of  Gr 8 applications The WCED system displays the outcome 30 May 2025.

2. Applications for admission to Grades 9 to 11 in 2026:
Applications for admission to Grades 9 to 11 in 2026 will be considered during mid-August 2025 to approximately mid-October 2025.

Application Enquiries:
Admissions Secretary:
Tel: 021 686 3987
Email: admissions@rondebosch.com

Open Day and Tours

Open Day Tours

A series of Open Day Tours will take place during the month of March 2025.

4 March 2025
5 March 2025
6 March 2025

Open Day Bookings will open on 31 January via Quicket online booking system (click here).

 

Enrolment into Grade 8

Grade 8 Admissions to RBHS for 2026 Academic Year

ALL applications for admission to Rondebosch Boys’ High School must be done online via the WCED website.

https://wcedonline.westerncape.gov.za/

    • Opening date for admission applications is 11 March 2025. (current proposed date as per the WCED)
    • Closing date for admission applications is 15 April 2025. (current proposed date as per the WCED)
    • Outcome of  Gr 8 applications The WCED system displays the outcome 30 May 2025. 

Application Enquiries:
Admissions Secretary:
Tel: 021 686 3987
Email: admissions@rondebosch.com

Fees

On acceptance to RBHS, an iPad deposit is required to confirm your son’s place. RBHS fees are payable over 10 months, from January to October, by debit order or EFT. A 5% settlement discount applies to fees that are paid before end February 2025 (n/a to fees settled in full via credit card).  View Fee Structure

Scholarships and Bursaries

A scholarship is a financial award granted to a student on the basis of the student’s excellence in a particular area. A Bursary is a financial award granted to a student on the basis of the student’s financial neediness. Read more