About our school

Mission

Domino Servite School is committed to creating a happy, Christian-based environment wherein all learners are encouraged to demonstrate respect and responsible citizenship, academic excellence and Bible-based moral values.

Vision

The Domino Servite School community endeavours to provide an educational program that prepares all learners to develop their talents, confidence and self-respect. We strive to achieve high academic standards that will equip our learners to fulfil a useful role in society with excellence and integrity.

Our Heritage

Domino Servite School was founded in 1986 to serve the needs of the children associated with KwaSizabantu Mission in KwaZulu-Natal, on which it is situated. It is a co-educational academic Christian school that caters for pre-primary, primary and high school learners as well as day scholars and boarders.

From its inception Domino Servite has progressed unerringly in its commitment to academic excellence and upholding Bible-based moral values. Its principals, staff and learners have molded and will continue to mold the spirit of the school.

The four values: respect, responsible citizenship, academic excellence and Bible-Based moral values as reflected in the Mission Statement are promoted and ascribed to.

The active involvement of parents and KwaSizabantu Mission staff, has enriched the lives of present learners in the form of spiritual training and support, facilities and the school buildings in which they work and play.

The school badge is a pictorial summary of the pillars of Domino Servite. The Cedar tree represents the school’s close association with KwaSizabantu Mission. The Bible and the sword, the Word of God and the flame symbolises the fire of revival.

At a Glance
Domino Servite School is situated in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands, South Africa. It is an independent English-medium Christian school. Founded in 1986, it provides quality education for learners from Grade RRR to Grade 12. FAST is a department at the school that provides opportunites for students to complete their schooling and continue with university studies.

Head of School
Dorothy Newlands

School Management
Board of Directors, Principal, School Management Team, Heads of Departments, Heads of Phases

Type of School
Co-educational day and boarding school, combined preprimary, primary and high

Boarding Facilities
Full boarding is available for Grade 7-12 boys and girls.

Number of Learners
280

Average Class Size
Pre-primary 1:15
Foundation & Intermediate Phase 1:15
Senior and FET Phase 1:30
FAST 1:5

Entry Requirements
Application letter and forms. Applications for the following year close at the end of June.

Fees per Year
Available on request

Contact Details
Tel +2732 481 5509, Fax +2732 481 5335
[email protected], www.dss.org.za
PO Box 49405 Kranskop KwaZulu Natal 3268

Staff
50 members: includes, academic, administrative, boarding, support

Leadership
High school prefects are elected by the staff and student body. Head and Deputy Head prefects take the lead.

Discipline
The Code of Conduct developed by the school community governs the behaviour of all learners. This forms the basis of learner discipline, the intention being to foster self-discipline.

Uniforms
The attractive and practical uniform is compulsory school wear.

Academics

  • The school implements the Curriculum Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS).
  • Grade 12 learners write the IEB Senior Certificate Examination. Domino Servite has achieved 100% Matric pass rate since its registration as an examination centre in 1988.
  • We register our learners to participate in the IEB Core Skills Test and the ACER International Benchmarking Test to ensure comparable global standards.
  • Our learners participate in many Olympiads and various external co-curricular competitions.
  • Homework is given by all educators to reinforce what has been done in the classroom and to encourage independent research and study habits.
  • Intervention strategies are developed to assist learners who experience barriers to learning.
  • Domino Servite has a media centre, computer centres and laboratories for the sciences.

Extracurricular Activities

  • Sport activities include athletics, cricket, hockey, netball, soccer and table tennis.
  • Grade 4-12 learners may select electives which the school, together with other professionals, present to develop social, entrepreneurial and work-related skills.
  • Choir and brass band are offered at the school.
  • Art, piano and recorder lessons are offered privately.
  • Regular stage dramas offer opportunities for learners to develop acting skills.
Uniform requirements
Stationery requirements

Accreditation Number 13SCH0100008, Registration Number 122581