Sir Harry Johnston International School
Sir Harry Johnston International School is a distinguished international school located in Zomba, Malawi, providing high-quality education from Pre-Nursery to Year 11 for children aged 2 to 16. Founded in 1959 during the time Zomba was the capital of the Nyasaland Protectorate, the school has a long-standing history of excellence in education. Initially established as one of five ‘designated schools’ under a British agreement allowing expatriate teachers, it became financially independent in the 1990s, managed by a Board of Trustees democratically elected from the parent community.
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FAQs
1. What age range does Sir Harry Johnston International School cater to?
The school provides education for children from 2 to 16 years old, covering Pre-Nursery, Nursery, Primary, and Secondary levels.
2. What curriculum does the school follow?
The Primary School follows a skills-based curriculum shaped around the English curriculum with a focus on independent thinking. The Secondary School follows the Cambridge Curriculum, leading to Cambridge Checkpoints and IGCSE qualifications.
3. Does the school offer boarding facilities?
Yes, the Secondary School provides boarding facilities in purpose-built hostels, which has significantly contributed to an increase in student enrollment.
4. What sports and extracurricular activities are available?
The school has a range of facilities including a 22-meter swimming pool, football pitches, netball field, basketball court, and cross-country track. Sports like PE, swimming, and Life Skills are integral parts of the curriculum, and the school encourages participation in various extracurricular activities.
5. How is the school governed?
The school is overseen by a Board of Trustees, which is democratically elected from the parent community, ensuring that the school’s governance is in line with the interests of its stakeholders.