Willow Academy
Applications are open for 2026Willow Academy is a Christian school catering to learners from Grade RR to Grade 12. We follow the national CAPS curriculum until Grade 9. Thereafter, our Grade 10-12 learners complete the prescribed curriculum by the Independent Examination Board (IEB), which is CAPS-aligned. Additionally, we offer an online, self-paced American High School Diploma for Grades 8-12. Our curriculum is taught from a value-based, Biblical Worldview, ensuring a holistic and meaningful education for all our students.
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Our News & Announcements
Storytime with the Principal!
Our Principal is sharing the magic of stories with Grade 2! 📚✨ A wonderful moment of imagination and learning.
Uncovering the Secrets of Food!
Grade 10s doing food tests – testing for the different organic molecules found in different foods.
Seeing Science in Bloom!
Grade 11 learners brought science to life by watching flowers absorb coloured water! A hands-on exploration of xylem function in action.
Our Environment
Our welcoming classrooms and small class sizes create an environment where meaningful connections thrive, supporting each learner’s holistic development.
Our Core Values
DILIGENCE | EXCELLENCE | INTEGRITY | LOVE | RESPECT | FAITH | UNITY
We cultivate a culture of diligence, excellence, and integrity, rooted in respect, love, faith, and unity. Our staff and learners thrive in an environment of strong values and a dedication to growth, as we strive to educate each child holistically—nurturing body, mind, and spirit.
Vision
Cultivating Christ-centred influencers for
the 21st century world.
MISSION
Engage, Discover, Learn, from a
Biblical Worldview.
a word
From Our Acting Principal
Welcome to Willow Academy!
As the acting principal of Willow Academy, I am delighted to share more about our school, which we proudly call home. Since 1987, Willow Academy has been dedicated to not only educating learners but also equipping them with values and skills to transform their communities.
At the heart of our school, we believe that Jesus is central to everything we do. We encourage our learners to follow the scripture, “Love the Lord your God and love your neighbour as you love yourself,” and to live by the belief, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Our curriculum complies with CAPS, but we adapt the content to reflect a Biblical Worldview, always asking, “What does Jesus have to say about this?” Choosing a school is a significant decision, and we encourage you to pray about enroling your child at our school. We understand that we will spend a lot of time with your child, and it is crucial that what we impart aligns with your values.
Join us at Willow Academy, where education is about more than just academics—it’s about building character and faith.
Sincerely,
Mr. Robert Brown
Acting Principal
Our School
Governance & Leadership
Willow Academy is governed, first and foremost, by our Heavenly Father. The school operates as a Department of Word of Faith Christian Centre, which acts as our spiritual covering. Pastor Mariana Crompton serves as the chairlady of the school board.
A word from our Chairlady
Willow Academy is ever growing, ever expanding, ever seeking to do things with greater excellence rooted and grounded in the principles of God’s Word.
We are proud to see the fruit produced in our children’s lives but also of the amazing fruit being produced in the lives of those who have gone through the school.
Their achievements in life are phenomenal but they are also people of character who have “banked God’s promises in the vault of their heart and therefore have not sinned themselves bankrupt.”
I am proud of Willow Academy for the high standard of learning and academics maintained at the school with the ability to always remember that we live in a constantly changing world with different challenges facing each generation.
The loving but unwavering discipline maintained by teachers who do not see this as just a job but truly as a calling, men and women who are willing to go more than just the extra mile – no sacrifice too big, to make learning a holistic, enjoyable experience.
Board Members
Chairperson – Pastor Mariana Crompton
Advocate – Adv Richard Crompton
Acting Principal – Mr Robert Brown
Bursar – Mrs Amanda Styles
School Management Team
Chairperson | Mr Robert Brown
Phase Head Representatives
Mrs Fry
Pre-Primary
(Grade RR-R)
Mrs Van Rensburg
Foundation Phase
(Grade 1-3)
Miss Daubermann
Intermediate Phase
(Grade 4-7)
Mrs Kilian
High School
(Grade 8-12)
Department Heads
Mrs Gie
Sports Co-Ordinator
Mrs Ayerst
Arts & Culture
Mrs Styles
Bursar
Governance
In addition to being governed by our Heavely Father and operating as a Department of Word of Faith Christian Centre, we are registered with the Department of Education, and partner with various other stakeholders such as Umalusi, the Independent Examination Board (IEB) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
Willow Academy is registered as a Non-Profit Organisation and is fully compliant with the Non-Profit Organisations’ Act. We believe we need to honour and submit to these organisations, as they protect us, and assist us in promoting good governance.
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Get In Touch
Location: Cedar Road, Fairview, Gqeberha
Telephone: 041 008 5007
Email: info@willowacademy.co.za
School Hours: Monday – Thursday: 07:45 – 14:10 Friday: 07:45 – 13:10
School Office Hours: Monday – Friday 07:45 – 15:00