Bosmansdam High School

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Bosmansdam High School
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Bosmansdam High School
Adam Tas Avenue, Bothasig, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, 7441
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MottoUnitate Fortior
(Stronger through Unity)
Established17 March 1971
HeadmasterMr. G.J.P van Tonder
GenderCo-Ed
Enrollment+-800
HousesRed, White, Blue, Yellow
Colour(s)    Dark blue, red & gold
SloganHonesty, Respect, Loyalty, Responsibility
Nickname Bosmansdam Knights
Website http://www.bosmansdam.co.za/

Bosmansdam High School (Afrikaans: Hoërskool Bosmansdam) is a public English and Afrikaans co-educational high school. It was founded in 1971 in Bothasig, a suburb of Cape Town. [1] The school is state assisted and charges new students a set amount of money for its services. The school offers a variety of sporting and cultural activities for its students in addition to its academic program. [2]

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Academics

Bosmansdam High School provides a range of academic subjects typical of the South African national cirriculum. They are a dual-language institution where English and Afrikaans are the primary languages of instruction.

Notable alumni

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References

  1. "Bosmansdam High School | Ratings For Schools". www.ratingsforschools.co.za. 23 May 2022. Retrieved 17 February 2024.
  2. "History Hoërskool Bosmansdam High School". www.bosmansdam.co.za. Retrieved 11 August 2023.

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