Thank you for your interest in Northwood.

2026 Application process open

  1. Completing / Submitting Applications:

In order for your son’s application to be considered, please complete the online application form and upload all supporting documentation requested. (These documents do not need to be certified.) If you do not submit the requested documents, you will not be able to proceed to the next stage of the application form.

This form is to be completed by the Parents or Legal Guardian/s of the learner.

Admittance is granted strictly in accordance with the following:

  • The Admissions Department will first process, all learners who reside with their parents or legal guardian, in the Durban North zoned area. (proof of address will need to be provided)
  • All other applications, will be placed on a waiting list.
  • All applications placed on the waiting list, will receive a response in writing after their application has been considered.

 Please note that submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance to Northwood.

 BEFORE YOU PROCEED:

  • The documents listed below (certified or uncertified) are required. Please make sure that these are already saved and ready to upload before beginning the application process, making sure your saved files, DO NOT contain commas, hyphens or apostrophes. Documents must be saved separately.
  • Only pdf files are accepted.  For the Learner’s photo, a JPEG (head and shoulders) file will be accepted. If you do not have a scanner, you can search the App/Play Store for a pdf scanner app for your phone. (most of these App’s are free)
  • If any of these documents are more than one page in length (e.g. a 3-page clinic card) please scan these pages into a single pdf file.
  • Please ensure you are using the latest version of whichever, web browser you are using.
  • A recent photo of the Learner – This must be an JPEG image, (head and shoulders only),
  • Most recent school report
  • Copy of the Learner’s unabridged (full) birth certificate

This reflects the names and ID numbers of both parents. If you do not have the new (unabridged) certificate, you may submit the old (abridged) certificate in the meantime.

However, you must apply for the unabridged birth certificate from the Department of Home Affairs and send us proof of application (i.e. a copy of the receipt). Please ensure that you send us the new unabridged certificate before the Learner starts at Northwood School, as no learner may be admitted without this.

  • Copy of the Learner’s clinic card (as proof of vaccination)

Please visit your local clinic, if you have lost your son’s clinic card, or submit a letter stating you have lost this information and are busy getting a copy made. This is an Education department requirement.

  • Copy of both Parents’/Guardians’ identity documents (ID)

If a parent is deceased, we will require a death certificate instead.

Single parents:  If you are unable to provide all details of the Learner’s other biological parent (e.g. ID numbers, addresses, contact numbers), please contact the Admissions Department for advice before completing this application.

  • Proof of residence
  1. A utility bill if you own the property, or lease agreement from the person who owns/leases the property, at which you live.
  2. An additional account in your name with your physical address listed (Telkom, Vodacom etc.)
  • Legal guardianship – point 6 on the application form

If you are the biological parents, please upload your son’s unabridged birth certificate showing both parents, for proof. If you are the legal guardian of the learner, we will need a copy of the court order.

  • Bank Statement

Two months’ bank statements for person paying fees. (If not the biological parent or guardian we will need a copy of their ID also.)

  • Copy of Study permit (International Learners – where applicable)
  • Debit order amount – (See below for monthly fees)

Confirmation of receipt of Applications:

Confirmation of receipt of completed application forms will be emailed to parents at the email address provided. If you have not received a confirmation email within 10 days, please telephone the Admissions Department to query. (This email is not an indication of acceptance or rejection).

Thereafter, please do not be concerned if you receive no further correspondence from us, we will contact you if there is anything further that we require.

We receive hundreds of applications and are only able to accept approximately 40% of the boys who apply.  It is therefore ESSENTIAL THAT YOU ALSO APPLY TO A SECOND AND THIRD SCHOOL (AS SOON AS POSSIBLE), there is no guarantee that your son’s application to Northwood will be successful.

Notification of Acceptance / Non-Acceptance:

The Admissions Committee carefully assesses every application and sets up interviews with learners and their parents, if they have met all the criteria. A final decision will be made by the admissions committee, once interviews have been completed and parents will be emailed, to inform them of the committee’s decision.

Please note; acceptance is provisional.  Once the criteria below have been met (within the stipulated timeframes), acceptance will be deemed final.

  • Paid the acceptance deposit
  • Satisfactorily completed and returned the acceptance documentation.

 Acceptance Deposit:

An acceptance deposit is payable within one week of your son’s provisional acceptance. For your budgeting purposes, please note the deposits payable for the 2026 intake.  (These amounts are subject to change for future intakes.)

School acceptance –        (R4 000)

Boarders acceptance-     (R7 000)

School Fees for 2024 (excluding the acceptance deposit):

Grade 8:                R69 450 less * R4 000          (Monthly payments = R5 950 per month x 11 months, Jan to Nov)

New learners:       R69 450 less * R4 000          (Monthly payments = R5 950 per month x 11 months, Jan to Nov)

Grade 9 to 12:       R65 450                                (Monthly payments = R5 950 per month x 11 months, Jan to Nov)

Boarding fees:     R65 000                                 (Quarterly payments = R16 250 per quarter payable in advance or

 Monthly payments = R5 909.10 per month x 11 months, Jan to Nov)

More information on school fees can be found on the admissions page.

 The following are NOT provided by the school and are NOT included in the school or boarding fees. 

  • School Uniforms
  • Boarder Uniforms and other items needed for boarding
  • Sports clothing, sports shoes and sports equipment
  • Stationery
  • Text Books
  • School Tours and Camps
  • Any other expenses that might arise

  Scholarships:

Northwood awards a limited number of Scholarships, for excellence in Academics, Sport and Culture and an All- Rounder scholarship.  In all cases, the potential candidates are selected, solely at the discretion of the scholarship committee, according to the following criteria.

  • Academic scholarships are awarded to a select few, top achievers in Mathematics and English. These awards are based on the Grade 6 December report and their 1st term Grade 7 report, as well as the confidential information obtained from their current school.
  • Cultural scholarships are awarded based on the learner’s commitment and cultural talent evident during his Grade 6 & 7 year.
  • Sporting scholarships are awarded to a select few boys, who perform at a provincial (or higher) level in sports that Northwood participate in. We take into account the information parents provide on the application forms, and the confidential questionnaires received from the primary schools, as well as constant monitoring of performance by our Recruitment Department.
  • Every application is assessed in terms of the above criteria and notification of Scholarship awards are announced at the end of March each year.

Please also note: Scholarships are NOT guaranteed even if the applicant meets the listed criteria.

Open Days, Parents Information Evenings, Boarder Sleep-Overs:

These functions are organised by our Marketing Department:   marketing@nwood.co.za

For further information, please visit our Website: northwoodschool.co.za.

Admissions Department:

Should you have any queries regarding the admissions process, or would like to book a school tour, please do not hesitate to contact our Admissions Department: