By Evans Dakwa
In its continued quest to ensure parents are aware of schools which have been certified fit to carry out learning activities, the Municipality of Beitbridge has published a list of schools that are duly registered and conform to the minimum standards set out by the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education.
The move will ensure that parents are not caught unaware when unregistered schools activities are halted as indicated in the Municipality of Beitbridge’s notice 2/2025.
“In reference to notice 2/2025 on sprouting of illegals schools, The Municipality of Beitbridge encourages community members to ensure their children are enrolled at registered public or private schools to avoid disturbances to their learning,” said the Municipality’s Town Clerk in a statement to the public.
Below is the list of schools registered under categories ECD, Primary and Secondary Schools in the town.
Early Childhood Development
Wellton Kids Centre, Adriel, Little Flower, Wisdom Richers Academy, Cornerstone, Hypotenuse, Kindercare Preparatory, New Beginnings, Russel Junior, Loveworld, Oakleigh House, Kids matter, New Horizon, Greater Grace, Faith In Faith, Rose of Sharon, Shining Stars, Royal Stars, Little Royal Angels, Tiny Tots, Future Generations, Nurturing Hearts, Stanshire, Kids Connect Centre, Auckland Academy, Bonny Academy, Dorcas Academy, Miles of Smiles, Brilliant Academy, Royal Priesthood, Heinsky Academy.
Primary Schools
Beitbridge Mission Primary, Dulivhadzimu Primary, Beitbridge Government Primary School, Wellton Primary School, Oakleigh House, Adriel Junior, St Josephs Primary, Rose of Sharon, Blooming Roses, Father Grebber Primary.
Secondary Schools
Vhembe High, St Mary’s, St Josephs, Fountain College, Caleb Royal Institute, Wellton Secondary, Oakleigh House Secondary, Oasis College, Herentals College, Tremehouse.
The country is grappling with an acute schools shortage that was estimated to be over 2500 at in 2024 a situation that has parents struggling to find placings for their children. The shortage has also created an opportunity for unscrupulous individuals to cut corners and offer education under shoddy and underpar conditions without the requisite inspections to meet expected