High school in Plettenberg Bay

exclusive Education

OUR PHILOSOPHY OF LEARNING

Our heart-led, intentional education aims to guide our students, focusing on nurturing all aspects of the students’ development, so that they are prepared for the future.
At Legacy House, we want to make sure that both staff and the student body feels welcome, heard and understood.
Our staff work proactively together to ensure the school is a place of acceptance and opportunity. We place great priority on building confident, empathetic and respectful human beings.
Legacy House is built on 6 pillars: Honesty, Kindness, Trust, Respect, Responsibility and Fairness. Legacy House in Plettenberg Bay is built on the belief that every child is important. Every child’s voice deserves to be heard; and every child should be guided to success

RE-IMAGINING EDUCATION

As educators who have more than 20 years of experience in both private and government schools, we have become concerned and disillusioned by a number of issues, such as:
Traditional schooling is not meeting the needs of our children, as they focus on the curriculum and not the child.
Private schools are often profit-driven with hidden costs.
Class sizes are problematic.
Teachers are not equipped, experienced or qualified.
Too many children are being lost in these systems.

WHAT WE OFFER

Qualified and experienced teachers.
No uniforms.
No gratuitous homework.
Dedicated and passionate staff who care for the child first.
No more than 12 pupils per class.
Our school in Plettenberg bay is a safe space to learn and grow without fear.
Exclusive education from Grade 8 to Grade 12
No disruptions during loadshedding

About Us

We are a group of highly skilled individuals, who have dedicated our lives to bettering children to learn and succeed. We have experience in multiple systems of education, from IEB, CAPS, Cambridge and GED. We also have experience supporting tertiary studies. We believe in fostering children’s natural curiosity, and driving education into the 21st century. Critical thinking and digital literacy skills are vital, as we prepare our children for the future job market.

GALLERY

TESTIMONIALS

The Legacy House teachers left an indelible mark on my educational journey and personal growth. Mrs. Thomas's class on argumentative essays reshaped my perspective, teaching me the value of diverse approaches in life. Her departure saddened me, knowing my brother wouldn't experience her impactful lessons. In her classroom, I honed my wit, deepened my love for reading, and mastered communication skills. Mrs. Thomas's influence transcends the academic realm; she remains an exceptional educator, mentor, and friend.

Allison McAllister

BA Accounting - Ex Student

I want to take this opportunity to thank you Sam and each and every staff member at Legacy house. Thank you for incredible support guidance and encouragement you have provided to my son. Thank you for helping him with his development and build confidence I am grateful to have met you in that year I am endlessly grateful as today is his first day at tertiary. Thank you very much Sam

Nomvuyo Manqunyana

Parent

My daughter, Zoe, matriculated in 2024. We moved her to Legacy House in 2023 and it was a great move. With smaller classes and individual attention Zoe’s marks improved considerably and her Matric pass was better than we could have imagined. We are incredibly proud of Zoe, and deeply appreciate all the time and effort Sam and the other teachers put into her education. The focus and principals of the school not only assisted Zoe academically but helped grow her self-confidence in the exam environment and other difficult situations. Legacy House is a huge asset to Plett. I highly recommend the school and wish them all the best for the future.

Kim Capsopoulos

Parent

Sue ellen- When I started with Ms Goeda, I couldn’t read properly, I was bad at spelling, I was angry and didn’t want to give school the time of day. Miss Goeda helped, now I can read without getting stuck, I can spell 20x better and am a much happier and calmer person, and I have Mrs Goeda to thank for that. Mrs Goeda is a one-of-a-kind teacher who I will remember for the rest of my life.

Thai-Leisha

Student

My son is presently a Grade 5 learner and was struggling with Afrikaans as a language. I posted on Facebook for help and Ms Potgieter then contacted me. She offered to assist him by giving my son lessons after hours. I started to see a great improvement in my son's performance in Afrikaans to an extent that he made a comment saying that he has started to love the subject due to her patience toward him in understanding the subject. Ms Potgieter is an asset within the teaching profession.

Zoleka Goniwe

Parent

Mrs. Thomas played a crucial role in shaping the confident woman I am today through her mentorship in the Public Speaking program. Under her guidance, I learned essential academic and life skills that continue to serve me well. Her genuine interest in my development created a supportive and valued learning environment. Beyond her role, she dedicated time to mentoring both junior and senior teams, displaying unwavering dedication. Through Public Speaking, I honed critical thinking and articulate communication, benefiting my journey to a Masters Degree and aspiring business success. Mrs. Thomas's influence extends far beyond the classroom, nurturing my personal growth.

Zamafuya Nkabinde

Trainee Chartered Accountant BAccSci, HDipAcc and MCom Candidate - Ex Student

When I think back to my time at the DSJ, I recall that I fondly went to you, Mrs Thomas. You gave us students a space that went beyond the syllabus - in the sense that we often had discussions of current affairs, in so doing I was confronted with different views and opinions. You opened up my world view.

Tayla Sheldrake

MSC Graduate - Ex Student