Oakhill School wins Best of Knysna & Plett

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BUSINESS NEWS - Oakhill School is deeply grateful and proud to be recognised once again in the Best of Knysna & Plett Readers' Choice Awards, receiving top honours across all educational categories. For the third consecutive year, Oakhill was named Overall Best Private School, while also claiming Best Play School, Best Pre-Primary and Best High School. This recognition reflects the community's continued trust in Oakhill's long-standing philosophy of 'The Joy of Learning'.

A leading independent school on the Garden Route, established in the early 1990s, Oakhill is a top co-educational day school offering a seamless journey from Grade 000 through to Grade 12. Situated in Knysna and sporting panoramic views, it attracts families from Knysna, Plettenberg Bay and surrounding areas, supported by daily Oakhill bus services for 150 students from Plett.

Academic excellence

Students complete the Independent Examination Board (IEB) National Senior Certificate. With an uninterrupted 100% IEB matric pass rate spanning over 30 years and 97% - 100% of students qualifying for bachelor degree study annually, Oakhill consistently delivers top-tier results. Graduates continue to excel at leading institutions locally and internationally.

Committed teachers

At the heart of Oakhill's success is a team of dedicated, creative and experienced teachers. More than subject specialists, they act as mentors who bring learning to life through personalised attention and innovative methods.

EdTech, robotics, and future thinking

From robotics competitions and coding to AI projects, Oakhill students apply technology innovatively. Beyond teaching digital skills, the school encourages students to experiment, collaborate, and think critically. As a Google Education and Chromebook school, digital citizenship is key - ensuring technology is embraced with purpose, curiosity and critical thinking so students make responsible choices in a connected world.

A culture of creativity

Creativity is core to the curriculum, with music, drama and visual art offered as IEB subjects from Grade R through to matric. Oakhill serves as the official Trinity music centre for the Garden Route with instruction in over 20 instruments and features specialised art studios overlooking the Knysna Estuary.

Sporting excellence

Sport plays an essential role in whole-child development at Oakhill, driven by exceptional coaching expertise across all codes. Skilled, passionate coaches mentor athletes at every level, building technical skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

World-class facilities - including the 17-hectare sports campus with a water-based Astroturf, netball and tennis courts, mountain biking, a new sports hub and a 25m heated pool - support their vision. Signature events like the Oakhill Waterfront Chukka Festivals, Hockey and Netball festivals, and sports tours highlight this inspiring coaching legacy.

Balance beyond the classroom

Oakhill's co-curricular programme fosters leadership, resilience and initiative. A highlight is the Odyssey - a transformative 21-day, 400km outdoor rite of passage for Grade 10 students.

Community engagement

From early childhood, students participate in outreach projects that foster empathy and civic responsibility, growing into socially aware individuals.

Whether you are based locally or relocating to the Garden Route, Oakhill invites you to book a tour, attend an open day, and experience the best in the area.