Grades 8–12 · Port Shepstone
Port Shepstone International High School
An independent high school in Port Shepstone for Grades 8–12 — part of the Wesbury Schools group, serving families from Port Shepstone, Hibberdene and across the KZN South Coast. Learners follow the CAPS curriculum and write the National Senior Certificate.
Here, your child joins a full high school community — academics, friendships and school life — with teachers who know them by name and a clear path to Matric.
Why choose Port Shepstone International High School?
A well-established independent high school
In the heart of Port Shepstone — close to home, no boarding needed.
Every child known, every child valued
A school community small enough to know your child, structured enough to prepare them for what comes next.
CAPS curriculum, NSC examinations
The national pathway, taught well — with named subject streams ahead in Grade 10.
Part of the Wesbury Schools group
Three schools carry learners from Grade RR to Grade 12, with admissions and portal access shared across the group.
Learning at PSIHS
No subject lives only on the timetable here. Lessons are built on doing — questions, examples, practice, and explaining ideas in your own words. From Grade 8, learners build the study habits that carry them to Matric: planning their work, understanding rather than memorising, and walking into every exam prepared.
Your stream, your future
Choosing your stream in Grade 10
From Grade 10, learners choose between two named streams:
| Stream | What it's for |
|---|---|
| Pure Science | Mathematics · Physical Science — the university-gateway mix for medicine, engineering and BSc fields |
| General | A broad, real-world subject mix that keeps every post-school door open |
The matric years
In Grades 10–12 the focus shifts to depth: mastering content, practising past papers, and walking into the National Senior Certificate exams prepared. Learners rewriting NSC subjects part-time can join the Grade 12 Upgrader programme — R600 per subject per month.
Fees and admissions for 2027
| Grade | 2027 annual | Payment |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 8–9 | R17 500 | R2 500 upfront + R1 500 × 10 months |
| Grade 10 (Pure Science or General) | R18 500 | R3 500 upfront + R1 500 × 10 months |
| Grade 11 (Pure Science or General) | R21 500 | R1 500 upfront + R2 000 × 10 months |
| Grade 12 | R30 000 | R5 000 upfront + R2 500 × 10 months |
| Grade 12 (Upgrader) | R600 per subject per month | R1 800/subject 3-month deposit; balance monthly from 1 May 2027 |
Application fee: R600 (once-off, non-refundable) — no payment is collected through the online application form. 5% sibling discount, applied per additional sibling.
Applications are open now for all grades, 8–12 — no closing date. Book a tour on a day that suits your family and apply when you're ready.
Is PSIHS the right school for my child?
If you want a full high school experience close to home — real academics, real school life, and teachers who know your child — that's exactly what PSIHS is. Learners who arrive unsure often find their feet in the first term; the ones with a goal find their path early. And if a dedicated science focus is what your child needs, Wesbury College of Science is our science-specialist campus.
Frequently asked questions
What does "International" mean at PSIHS?
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.
Which curriculum do you follow?
The CAPS curriculum. Grade 12 learners write the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations.
Which grades can apply?
Applications are open now for all grades, 8–12 — there is no closing date. Places in each grade are limited, so early applications have the best choice of class.
How much are the school fees?
2027 fees start at R17 500 per year for Grade 8 (R2 500 upfront plus R1 500 × 10 months). Every grade is published at wesburyschools.com/fees, along with the 5% sibling discount.
What streams are there in Grade 10?
Learners choose between Pure Science and General — see the stream table above.
Can we visit before applying?
Yes — book a campus tour and see the school on a normal day. Bring your child; the best judges are the learners themselves.
Where is the school?
In Port Shepstone on the KZN South Coast, serving families from Hibberdene, Margate and the wider South Coast. Part of the Wesbury Schools group.
Visit, enquire or apply
Come and see the school on a normal day — walk the corridors, meet the team, and ask the learners what they're working on.
Phone: 039 682 3160068 162 5063See all fees →
Also part of the group: Hibberdene Academy for Grade RR–11 in Hibberdene.
Location
Find Port Shepstone International High School.
Address: 54 Reynolds Street, Port Shepstone 4240, KwaZulu-Natal
Phone: 039 682 3160084 760 9024
Questions before you apply?
Share a few details and the admissions team will get back to you about grade availability, academic options, fees or the application process. Prefer to reach out directly? Use the contact options underneath. When you are ready, start your 2027 application on the admissions page.
2027 School Fees
Last updated: 1 November 2026
Review the published 2027 tuition, instalment and applicable upfront-fee information for Port Shepstone International High School before starting an application. No payment is collected through the online application form.
Rewriting NSC subjects? Our Grade 12 Upgrader programme lets learners rewrite specific NSC subjects part-time: R600 per subject per month, with a three-month deposit (R1 800 per subject) and a once-off R500 application fee. Balance due on the 1st of each month from 1 May 2027.
| Grade | Annual tuition | Upfront | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 8 | R17,500 | UpfrontR2,500 | R1,500 x 10 months |
| Grade 9 | R17,500 | UpfrontR2,500 | R1,500 x 10 months |
| Grade 10Pure Science | R18,500 | UpfrontR3,500 | R1,500 x 10 months |
| Grade 10General | R18,500 | UpfrontR3,500 | R1,500 x 10 months |
| Grade 11Pure Science | R21,500 | UpfrontR1,500 | R2,000 x 10 months |
| Grade 11General | R21,500 | UpfrontR1,500 | R2,000 x 10 months |
| Grade 12 | R30,000 | UpfrontR5,000 | R2,500 x 10 months |
| Grade 12 (Upgrader)Upgrader | R600 per subject per month | Three-month deposit (per subject)R1,800 per subjectApplication fee (once-off, not part of tuition): R500 | Balance on the 1st of each month from 1 May 2027 |
Grade 8
- Annual tuition
- R17,500
- Upfront
- R2,500
- Monthly
- R1,500 x 10 months
Grade 9
- Annual tuition
- R17,500
- Upfront
- R2,500
- Monthly
- R1,500 x 10 months
Grade 10
Pure Science
- Annual tuition
- R18,500
- Upfront
- R3,500
- Monthly
- R1,500 x 10 months
Grade 10
General
- Annual tuition
- R18,500
- Upfront
- R3,500
- Monthly
- R1,500 x 10 months
Grade 11
Pure Science
- Annual tuition
- R21,500
- Upfront
- R1,500
- Monthly
- R2,000 x 10 months
Grade 11
General
- Annual tuition
- R21,500
- Upfront
- R1,500
- Monthly
- R2,000 x 10 months
Grade 12
- Annual tuition
- R30,000
- Upfront
- R5,000
- Monthly
- R2,500 x 10 months
Grade 12 (Upgrader)
Upgrader
- Annual tuition
- R600 per subject per month
- Three-month deposit (per subject)
- R1,800 per subject
- Monthly
- Balance on the 1st of each month from 1 May 2027
- Additional fee
- Application fee (once-off, not part of tuition): R500
The annual tuition shown is based on the published upfront amount and/or monthly instalments for that fee row. Additional fees, where applicable, are listed separately.
Some grades have separate fee rows for different academic pathways.
Sibling discount: 5%. The 5% discount applies per additional sibling. Ask our admissions team how it applies to your family. Phone 039 682 3160.
What's included: teaching and the CAPS curriculum, school day supervision, and access to school facilities and activities. What's additional: application fee (R600 once-off, non-refundable), uniforms, stationery, and optional extras.
Fees are for the 2027 academic year and are subject to change. Please confirm current fees with our admissions team before making financial decisions.
Numbers on a page only tell part of the story. Book a campus tour · Phone 039 682 3160 / 068 162 5063