Independent Catholic Education for more than 100 Years!
Sacred Heart College has a rich historical story that dates back to 1889 when three Marist Brothers arrived in Johannesburg from Cape Town by ox-wagon. The school was in Koch Street and was called Sacred Heart School. It was for boys only.
Over the next 35 years, as Johannesburg grew from a mining town into a busy city, the demand for a good education grew. The building in Koch Street wasn’t big enough, and in 1924, part of the school moved to the outskirts of Johannesburg and became known as Marist Brothers Observatory.
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Reasons to choose
Sacred Heart College
Small classes for individual attention
We are dedicated, enthusiastic, experienced and innovative with learning that involves the appropriate use of technology.
Advanced, balanced curriculum
We develop leaders in a wide variety of job sectors with emphasis on values and formation of student’s spiritual well-being.
Pre-Primary to High School
We offer a seamless schooling experience with a student centred approach that integrates arts, science and technology.
Cultural excellence
We explore multiple mediums of expression within Visual Arts, Dramatic Arts and Music to help students shape the creative economy.
Sporting possibilities
We offer a variety of sporting activities including basketball, cricket, soccer, tennis, athletics and swimming.
Global Marist network
We are part of a global Marist Family and embrace St Marcellin’s values of love of work, family spirit, in the way of Mary, simplicity and presence.
Leaders in digital transformation
Building on experience of our innovative iPad project, we were able to respond quickly to pivot to digital teaching during COVID-19.
Pioneers of diversity
Since 1976, we are at the forefront to incorporate diversity in south African schooling. Our proud heritage is built on transformation, empowerment and change.
