About Us

OUR HISTORY

Our origins trace back to the days of Baijoo and Maharaj Primary School an institution established during the Apartheid era to serve the local community under challenging and unequal conditions. Despite the injustices and restrictions of the time, Baijoo and Maharaj Primary school stood as a beacons of hope – a places where dedicated educators and families worked tirelessly to provide quality education and a sense of dignity to every child.

The staff of Baijoo and Maharaj Primary School instilled in their learners a deep respect for education, discipline and self-worth. They believed that education was not just a path to literacy but a powerful tool for upliftment and liberation.

Their spirit of perseverance and unity laid the foundation for the values that Allandale Primary continues to uphold today.

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Following the enforcement of the Group Areas Act and the dawn of a democratic South Africa, a new chapter began.

In 1986, Allandale Primary School was formed. Allandale Primary was founded on the belief that every child, regardless of background, deserves access to quality education and the chance to reach their full potential. The school’s name became synonymous with renewal – a fresh chapter in local education that embraced diversity and equality as guiding principles.

Over the decades, Allandale Primary has continued to evolve in step with a transforming South Africa. Through periods of growth and change, the school has remained steadfast in its mission to educate, empower, and inspire. Generations of learners have passed through its gates, carrying forward the same determination and pride that characterized its early years

pRINCIPALs ROLL

The history of Allandale Primary would not be complete without acknowledging the remarkable leadership that has shaped its journey. From its founding in 1986 to the present day, a succession of principals with vision, compassion and integrity have guided the school through times of transformation and growth.

Their vision, commitment and leadership have shaped the strong foundation on which our community continues to grow. Each of them has left a lasting legacy of excellence, inspiring generations of students and staff alike.

Their contributions remind us that strong leadership is not merely about administration, but about guiding with purpose, compassion and a belief in the transformative power of education.

mission

To develop a set of values consistent with those upheld in the Bill of Rights as contained in the Constitution of South Africa.
To provide an enlightened and balanced form of child-centred education irrespective of race, colour and creed.
To recognise and develop the unique/potential environment conducive to learning.
To create a safe, warm, secure and disciplined environment conducive to learning.
To maintain the highest professional balance in academics, cultural and sporting activities.
To respect all cultures and work in partnership with community based on mutual trust and respect.

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asset

Healthy citizen are the greatest gift a country can have.’ Sir Winston Churchill

Learn

‘Learn to labour and to wait.’ Longfellow

Life

‘Life is not a brief candle. It is a splendid torch that I want to make burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.’ Bernard Shaw

Achieve

‘Some are born great, some achieve greatness and some have greatness thrust upon them.’ William Shakespeare

Nation

‘Together we’ll strive to build a nation.’ People in the New South Africa

Deed

‘A good deed is never lost. It purifies the heart and leads to a divine grace. He who sows courtesy reaps friendship. He who plants kindness, reaps love.’ (Sivananda)

AMbition

‘Whatever the ambition on which you’ve set your heart. Success depends entirely upon the pains you take and not the effort that you make.’ Patience Strong

Light

Light is the task when many share the toil.’ Homer

Education

‘Education commences at the mother’s knee and every word spoken within the hearing of little children lends towards formation of characters.’ Hosea Ballou

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