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Wesbury Schools

Independent Schools on the KZN South Coast

Three schools on the South Coast that take learners from Grade RR through to Matric.

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Wesbury Schools campus on the KZN South Coast, KwaZulu-Natal

Wesbury Schools is a group of three independent (private) schools in Port Shepstone and Hibberdene on the KZN South Coast. Hibberdene Academy takes learners from Grade RR to Grade 11. For high school, families choose between two Grade 8–12 schools in Port Shepstone: Wesbury College of Science and Port Shepstone International High School. All three follow the CAPS curriculum, and learners write the National Senior Certificate (NSC).

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Three schools, one journey

Choosing a school is really two decisions: where your child starts, and where they finish. With Wesbury Schools, you can settle both at once.

Start at Hibberdene Academy (Grade RR–11). The early years set the tone for everything after them, so it matters that teachers there know their learners by name and give the youngest children room to find their feet.

Choose your high school (Grades 8–12). When that time comes, families branch to one of the two Port Shepstone schools. Both hold the same standard of care and work towards the same thing: a learner who finishes Matric ready for what comes next. At Wesbury College of Science, science and technology shape the school day. At Port Shepstone International High School, learners join a well-established independent high school in the heart of Port Shepstone.

It's one admissions conversation, not three. Teachers and principals get to know your child's story, and the campuses sit close together on the South Coast — so moving up never takes your family far from home.

The Wesbury pathway

  1. Grade RR–7 at Hibberdene AcademyThe foundation years in Hibberdene
  2. Grade 8High school begins
  3. BranchWesbury College of Science or Port Shepstone International High School
  4. Matric (NSC)Grade 12 — the National Senior Certificate

Our schools on the KZN South Coast

Three campuses, each with its own character, held to one standard.

Hibberdene Academy — private school in Hibberdene (Grade RR–11)

Hibberdene Academy is the group's foundation school, serving Hibberdene and the surrounding South Coast communities. Learners follow the CAPS curriculum from their very first day.

  • One school from the Grade RR reception year to Grade 11 — no changing schools every few years
  • Small-school warmth: teachers know every child by name
  • Room for confidence to grow alongside marks

Fees for Hibberdene Academy start at R17 000 per year for Grade RR–3 — see the full fee schedule.

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Wesbury College of Science — science-focused independent school (Grade 8–12)

For learners who love building, experimenting and asking "why?", Wesbury College of Science in Port Shepstone makes science the heart of the school day. Learners follow the CAPS curriculum, and from Grade 10 they choose a named stream: Pure Science, General Science or Business Science.

  • A dedicated science college — the only one of its kind on the KZN South Coast
  • A choice of three streams in Grades 10–11
  • A strong foundation for matric maths and science

Fees start at R17 500 per year for Grade 8. Full fee schedule →

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Port Shepstone International High School — independent high school in Port Shepstone (Grade 8–12)

Port Shepstone International High School is an independent school in Port Shepstone for Grades 8–12. Learners follow the CAPS curriculum and write the National Senior Certificate.

The "International" in the name is part of the school's heritage in Port Shepstone. The school prepares learners for life after school, in whatever direction that takes them.

  • A well-established independent high school in Port Shepstone
  • CAPS curriculum, NSC examinations
  • Named streams in Grades 10–11: Pure Science or General

Fees start at R17 500 per year for Grade 8. Full fee schedule →

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What makes Wesbury Schools different

One path from Grade RR to Matric. A child can start in Grade RR at Hibberdene Academy and stay in one school community for years, continuing to Matric at one of the two Grade 8–12 schools. Fewer school changes, less upheaval.

A choice of academic direction. In Port Shepstone you can pick between a dedicated science college and a well-established independent high school, so the Grade 8 choice can actually fit your child.

Transparent fees, published openly. Every grade at every school is on this website, with monthly instalment options and the 5% sibling discount. No phone calls needed just to see a number.

Community and care. "Every child known, every child valued" is how the three schools expect their staff to treat learners — on an ordinary Tuesday, not just on special occasions.

Life on our campuses

There's more to a school than its timetable. Sport and cultural activities run alongside lessons at all three campuses, and each has its own daily rhythm. The best way to get a feel for a school is to be in it for an hour — visit on a normal school day and see for yourself.

Frequently asked questions

Which schools are part of Wesbury Schools?
Wesbury Schools is a group of three independent (private) schools on the KZN South Coast, South Africa: Hibberdene Academy in Hibberdene (Grade RR–11), Wesbury College of Science in Port Shepstone (Grades 8–12), and Port Shepstone International High School in Port Shepstone (Grades 8–12).
Are Wesbury Schools private or public?
All three Wesbury schools are independent (private) schools. That means the schools are managed independently — with their own fee structure, class sizes and school programme — while learners follow the national CAPS curriculum and write the National Senior Certificate (NSC).
What curriculum do the Wesbury schools follow?
All three schools follow the CAPS curriculum. Learners in Grade 12 write the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations.
What does "International" mean at Port Shepstone International High School?
The "International" in the school's name is part of its heritage and identity as a school in Port Shepstone. Learners follow the CAPS curriculum and write the National Senior Certificate.
What grades does each school offer?
Hibberdene Academy offers Grade RR through Grade 11, with Grade 12 planned as the school grows. Wesbury College of Science and Port Shepstone International High School each offer Grades 8–12, where learners write the National Senior Certificate.
How much are the school fees?
Fees for all three schools are published at wesburyschools.com/fees — every grade, with monthly instalment options and a 5% sibling discount.
How do I enrol or visit?
The easiest first step is to book a campus tour at any of the three schools — see the school on a normal day and meet the team. Start at the admissions page.

Your child's journey starts here

If an independent school on the KZN South Coast is what you're after, come and see a Wesbury campus before you decide. Bring your questions; we'll put the kettle on.

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Applying for Grade 8 in 2027? See the Grade 8 admissions page →