Welcome to
Crawford International North Coast College
At Crawford International North Coast College we don’t just teach – we inspire. With personalised teaching and a globally recognised curriculum, we’re shaping tomorrow’s leaders. Our beautiful co-ed school is set in an idyllic, safe and secure, private campus just a short drive from either Ballito or uMhlanga. With amazing teachers, exciting extracurriculars, and cutting-edge AI support, our students are ready to excel in everything from Maths to public speaking.
Individual room, termly boarding promoting independence and community is also available on our campus, subject to availability. Our boarding ensures privacy and tranquillity, while our campus offers safety and serenity. Located just ten minutes from Durban’s King Shaka International Airport, we are conveniently situated for both local and international students flying into Kwa-Zulu-Natal.
Academics
Crawford International High Schools prepare students for responsible adulthood and potential leadership. With a choice of more than 20 subjects, students are offered the opportunity to pursue special areas of interest as part of our holistic approach to education. Students are also encouraged to participate in various extra-curricular activities.
Crawford International Colleges offer the widest and most flexible subject choices for students from Grade 10 – 12. The timetable allows for numerous combinations of subjects, and each student is timetabled individually, according to their subject requirements.
Grade 12 students write the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) examination as their final matric examination. We measure our students’ performance against credible international standards. Students also write benchmarking tests.
Crawford High Schools Are Founded on the Following Principles:
- The individuality of each student is paramount. We endeavour to ensure each student achieves his/her full potential.
- Students are treated with respect and dignity.
- Independent thought is nurtured.
- Students adhere to a code of conduct, ensuring accountability and mutual respect.
- Small classes ensure individual attention.
- Excellence in teaching is achieved through expert, passionate teachers.
- Teachers receive ongoing training and development.
- Matric students have an opportunity to select their teachers.
- Seniors can select an eight-subject timetable as a standard offering with after-hours support for additional subjects chosen.
- A mentorship programme is offered to support the personalised learning journey.
- School counselling and support is provided for career advice and assistance with tertiary applications.
- Specialist support and advice is provided for international university applications.
Sports, Culture and Enrichment
We motivate our students to try new pursuits by offering a variety of opportunities within and beyond the classroom.
The following sports and cultural activities are included in our school fees:
Sports Activities
- Action Netball
- Archery
- Athletics*
- Basketball
- Cheerleading
- Chess
- Cricket
- Equestrian*
- Girls’ Soccer
- Golf*
- Hockey (indoor and outdoor)
- Karate*
- Netball
- Obstacle Course Racing
- Rugby 7s
- Soccer
- Squash
- Surfing
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Cultural Activities
- Choir
- Dance Sports Schools League (DSSL)
- Music Lessons (Instrumental)*
- Music Lessons (Voice)*
- Photography Club
- School Production
Additional Activities
- ADVLEARN – Online Learning Platform
- Camps and Excursions*
- Career Guidance
- Community Service (Interact)
- Counselling
- Inter-Crawford Sports Festival*
- International Benchmarking (MAP,IEB, IBTs)
- Leadership Programme*
- Mentorship
Facilities
Termly Boarding
Seeking academic excellence paired with comfort, security, and convenience? Did you know that all our boarders at Crawford International North Coast have their own private room! Our individual room, termly boarding ensures privacy and tranquillity, while our campus on KwaZulu-Natal’s beautiful North Coast in South Africa offers safety and serenity for students Grade 6 to 12. Just a 10-minute drive from King Shaka International Airport, we prioritise both quality learning and accessibility with world-class education. In our co-ed environment, students thrive academically and socially.
EGD and IT Labs
Our labs are equipped with the latest up-to-date IT equipment and are used for formal computer education where students learn how to code in Java and Python and how to utilise Auto-CAD and RIVET.
Dedicated Arts Studios
Our school boasts dedicated Dance, Drama, Music and Visual Arts Studios along with two performance spaces. The College has both an amphitheater as well as a main stage complete with sound, lighting, tiered audience seating and backstage areas, for larger productions.
Media Centre
The media centre provides freely available resources in a relaxed and multi-disciplinary setting, including access to computers, printing facilities, and a vast digital library.
Fees for 2025
Crawford International North Coast College provides an all-inclusive offering* to give our students every opportunity to develop holistically. Fees include access to support services, career guidance, leadership opportunities, professional photographs as well as a digital yearbook.
Please see our fee structure below.
*We also offer several private activities to enrich our offering, subject to demand, and at an extra cost to parents.
Download our fee structure below.
** Includes IEB examination fees.
Contact Us
Crawford International is part of the Schools Division of the ADvTECH Group, a JSE-listed company. Being part of a bigger group ensures ongoing investment, financial stability, efficient online systems and academic excellence.
