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Sacred Heart College, Marist Observatory is a private Catholic school in Observatory, Johannesburg founded in 1889 by the Marist Brothers.[1] The college was originally established as the first Catholic school for boys in Johannesburg. It now accepts girls and boys through creche, pre-primary school, primary school and high school. It is distinguished among independent schools for its contribution to fostering an inclusive society in Apartheid-Era South Africa. The college runs an IEB examination course and is affiliated with the Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa.
Sacred Heart College, Marist Observatory | |
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![]() Above: Sacred Heart College Main Entrance | |
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, South Africa | |
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Type | Independent, Private, Co-Ed |
Motto | In Meliora Contende (Strive for Better Things) |
Established | 1889 |
Head of College & High School | Mrs Heather Blanckensee |
Primary School | Dr Mark Potterton |
Grades | Creche - 12 |
Enrollment | 550 pupils |
Houses | Benedict, Geddes, O'Leary, Valerian |
Colour(s) | Navy Gold Blue White |
Mascot | Dolphin |
Affiliation | IEB, ISASA, Catholic Board of Education, Catholic Institute of Education |
Website | http://sacredheart.co.za/ |