Independent schools in South Africa are schools which are not under the control of the government. Independent schools may be privately owned or may be owned by religious, charitable, or other organizations.
Who can establish an independent school in South Africa?
The Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa (ISASA) is the association for independent schools in South Africa. It is a voluntary, non-profit organisation which represents approximately 400 independent schools in South Africa.
ISASA provides a forum for discussion and debate on matters of common interest to its member schools. It also provides information and advice on best practices to its members and lobbies the government on behalf of its members.
Do independent schools pay arrears in South Africa?
Yes, independent schools pay arrears in South Africa. The state does not fund independent schools and they have to cover their costs with tuition fees.
Therefore, they have to pay the salaries of their teachers, buy books and other teaching materials, maintain the buildings and grounds, etc. They also have to provide transport for students who live far away from the school.
The government is not involved in funding independent schools so they need to find other sources of income. One way is through donations from parents or alumni who want to support them financially. Another way is through charging high tuition fees for students who attend these schools.
