Curro Westbrook Primary School | Gqeberha

A Premier Start in Westbrook Estate

Located in the secure and serene Westbrook Estate in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Curro Westbrook Primary School offers an exceptional educational foundation for learners from Grade R to Grade 7. We provide a nurturing English-medium environment where class sizes are strictly limited to ensuring personal attention. With forward-thinking subjects like Robotics and an optional aftercare service, our goal is to give your child a distinct head start in reaching their dreams.

Bringing Learning to Life

We believe that education is about more than just memorizing facts. While we adhere to the national CAPS curriculum, our teaching methodology is centred on project-based learning and self-discovery. We encourage learners to move beyond the textbook, using research, experiments, and assignments to explore concepts. This approach makes learning "real," helping students understand how their knowledge applies to the world around them.

Structured Stages of Development

The Foundation Phase (Grade R to Grade 3):
We focus on preparing Grade R learners for formal schooling and cementing the essential building blocks of education:

• Language: Reading, spelling, understanding, speaking, and listening.
• Mathematics: Number sense, addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
• Life Skills: Physical education, real-life experiences, problem-solving, and creativity.

The Intermediate Phase (Grade 4 to Grade 7):
As academic work becomes more abstract, we utilize project-based learning to help students investigate concepts deeply. We also introduce Robotics as a subject in Grade 7 to ensure they are future-ready.

Small Classes, Personal Attention

To ensure every child feels seen and supported, we control the number of learners per class to a maximum of 25. This creates an environment where teachers have the time and space to provide personal attention exactly where it is needed, fostering a genuine love for learning and school.

A Balanced Education

At Curro Westbrook, academics are balanced with a vibrant sports and cultural programme. Participation in these activities promotes team awareness, collaboration, and self-confidence. Our offering is tailored to the interests of the Gqeberha community and includes unique activities such as art, drama club, and golf.

A Connected Educational Journey

Joining our family connects you to a wider network of excellence. Learners enjoy preferential placement when applying from any Curro group school. Furthermore, our primary school learners automatically progress to our on-campus high school (unless you choose otherwise). We also maintain a close relationship with the nearby St George’s Preparatory, which offers preschool and primary phases.

Scroll through our website to discover how Curro Westbrook can give your child the quality education they deserve.

Flexible and Safe Aftercare

We understand that modern parenting often requires flexibility. Our aftercare service offers a safe haven for learners after school hours, complete with secure classrooms and playgrounds. The service includes professional supervision, limited homework support to assist with academic tasks, and a nutritious lunch to keep energy levels high. For added convenience, we also offer day-visitor and holiday-visitor options, ensuring your child is cared for even when school is out.

Dedicated Learner Support Centre

We believe that every child learns differently. To ensure no one is left behind, our on-site Learner Support Centre provides specialized assistance to Foundation Phase learners. This includes extra classes and access to on-site therapists (remedial, occupational, and speech) who work closely with teachers to help your child succeed. (Please note that support sessions and therapy carry an additional cost).

Designed for Discovery

At Curro Westbrook, we have created a safe, modern environment where learners become accustomed to working with the tools of the future. Our classrooms are purposefully designed to foster deep concentration and encourage interactive learning. By engaging with modern equipment daily, our learners develop the confidence and skills needed for a technology-driven world.

Our specialized academic facilities include:

• Robotics Lab: A hub for innovation and coding.
• IT and Science Labs: Fully equipped for digital literacy and practical experiments.
• Reading Resource Room: A quiet space dedicated to literacy and research.
• Curro Choice Classroom: A dedicated space for digital learning.

Active Bodies, Creative Minds

We are committed to providing a balanced education that nurtures the whole child. Our wide variety of sports and cultural activities are hosted on excellent, well-maintained courts and fields.

Our activity facilities feature:

• Sports: A multipurpose sports field, cricket nets, swimming pool, and tennis and netball courts.
• Specialized Extras: A unique golf chipping range for budding golfers.
• Culture: A dedicated Music Room for artistic expression.

Join Curro Westbrook Primary

We offer a premier primary school experience in Westbrook Estate, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), for learners from Grade R to Grade 7. With strictly limited class sizes, a focus on personal attention, and specialized subjects like isiXhosa and Robotics, we are dedicated to helping your child reach their dreams.