Education and schools in Potchefstroom
Education is one of Potchefstroom’s defining strengths. The town has a long tradition of schooling and is home to a large university campus, so it attracts families and students from across South Africa.
Primary and secondary schools
Potchefstroom has a mix of public and independent primary and high schools, with instruction in Afrikaans, English and dual-medium streams. Browse the directory for primary schools and secondary schools. School admissions work on provincial timelines, so contact schools directly well before the year starts.
North-West University (NWU)
The Potchefstroom campus of the North-West University is the town’s largest educational institution. It formed in 2004 through the merger of the Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education and the University of the North-West. Student life shapes much of the town’s rhythm, from rental accommodation to restaurants and sport. See tertiary education in the directory.
Finding student accommodation
Many students rent rooms or flats near the campus. Look at the rentals category, and for short stays see accommodation.