Overview
Clift College International School is a independent combined school (Grades R–12) located in Southern Paarl, Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 105 learners and is staffed by 13 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 8:1), operating as a fee-charging school. It falls within the Cape Winelands education district.
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 18 other combined schools in Paarl.
School fees
Private school fees vary widely. Request the official 2027 fee schedule from Clift College International School directly.
Private combined school (Grades R–12); fees set by the school.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Clift College International School for 2027?
For 2027, Clift College International School falls within a r20,000 – r250,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 105 learners in the Cape Winelands district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 099 for the published amount.
Is Clift College International School a no-fee school?
No, Clift College International School is a fee-charging school in the Cape Winelands district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Clift College International School and what does it mean for fees?
Clift College International School operates as an independent school in Southern Paarl, Southern P, Western Cape and is therefore not part of the public-school quintile system. All fees are determined privately by the school.
How to apply
Applications to Clift College International School for Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8 are submitted via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Clift College International School in the Cape Winelands education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Western Cape.
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Confirm availability with Clift College International School
Call 099 to confirm whether Clift College International School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the WCED Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Clift College International School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the WCED Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Clift College International School (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Clift College International School.
- Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID
- Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens)
- Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months)
- Latest school report
- Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Clift College International School for the next school year?
To apply to Clift College International School for the next academic year, register on the WCED Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Clift College International School as a preferred school. WCED Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens in March/April of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact Clift College International School via phone 099.
What documents do I need to apply at Clift College International School?
Clift College International School requires the following documents for admission: • Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID • Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens) • Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months) • Latest school report • Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1) Contact Clift College International School (phone 099) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the WCED Online Admissions.