Welcome to Mountain Cambridge School (MCS)

Carolina van Heerden

EXECUTIVE HEAD & DIRECTOR

We are a world-class school passionate about teaching and learning in a caring, nurturing, and thinking environment with a Christian ethos.

At MCS, we are proud to provide a world-class educational experience that nurtures excellence, fosters critical thinking, and prepares learners for the challenges of the real world.

A Legacy of Excellence

Under the exceptional leadership of Carolina van Heerden, our Executive Head, co-owner and director of Mountain Cambridge School, MCS has achieved remarkable academic success, consistently exceeding global averages in Mathematics, Science, and English for Cambridge International examinations. As an established Cambridge School with Cambridge subject distinctions across all levels, MCS stands as a testament to what passion, dedication, and a commitment to quality education can achieve in a relatively short time.

Carolina, an educator with over 30 years of experience, brings a global perspective to MCS, enriched by her time living in the UK and China. Her enthusiasm for education and innovation has inspired a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Dear parents,

A warm welcome to The Mountain Cambridge School.

A School That Grows with Your Child
MCS comprises of three schools within the Mountain Cambridge International School’s banner:

  • Pre-Primary School/ Yearly Years: For children aged 3 to Grade R.
  • Primary School: From Grade 1 to Grade 7.
  • High School: From Grade 8 to Grade 12, with the option of an A-Level College (Grade 13).

Facilities
Over the past 15 years, MCS has made significant strides in enhancing our facilities to support holistic learning. From a library and school hall to an 8-lane swimming pool and upgraded sports fields, we ensure our learners thrive in a modern, well-equipped environment. Looking ahead, the completion of our Innovative Hub Centre of Excellence by 2029 reflects our vision to lead in education and innovation.

Real World Ready
At MCS, our learners are at the heart of everything we do. We value their uniqueness and nurture their talents to ensure they leave us as confident, capable individuals ready to excel academically, in sports, and the arts. Beyond academics, we emphasise character building, spiritual growth, and leadership development, guided by our Christian ethos.

Our motto, Real World Ready, speaks to our mission to prepare learners for a future filled with possibilities. We believe in fostering a supportive and challenging environment where every child can discover their potential and embrace their individuality.

We at Mountain Cambridge have chosen the internationally acclaimed Cambridge curriculum because we know without a measure of doubt that it is the best preparation for your child, for tertiary education, for the workplace, for individual achievement, for success and most importantly for life.

As you search through our website, you may ask:” What is it that makes MCS so special?” I believe it has to do with clear thought, vision, passion and positive energy. A school should be a place where children can explore their abilities, talents and interests in a secure and nurturing environment, but it should also be a place where children are challenged to be more than they believe possible.

The Mountain Cambridge School endeavours to be such a school and we are guided by our faith, our ongoing traditions and our ambitions for the future when we determine our approach to education. Real and valuable learning will take place when we all have the same goals and share good relationships. A happy learning environment is beneficial for all.

We are a small school and thus we know each and every learner as an individual. We nurture their uniqueness and allow them the space to explore their own future possibilities. We celebrate your child as the wonderfully single individuals that they are.

Experience MCS
We invite you to visit our school, experience our nurturing environment, meet our dedicated teachers, and see our learners in action. At MCS, we are more than a school; we are a community committed to shaping the leaders of tomorrow.

Together, let’s help your child “sing their own special song” and “dance their own special dance.”

Yours in Education