Admissions
OVERVIEW
We know that choosing a school for your child is an extremely difficult and important decision. We understand the need to get this right since being happy at school will ensure your son or daughter can achieve his or her best. Happy children succeed and the right school lays the foundation of a child’s future. It is important that you have all the information you need at this point to start this journey.
Hillcrest College operates a rolling admissions system. What do we look for in a prospective student? We look for many things beyond academic credentials. We seek students with enthusiasm, integrity, commitment and a concern for others as well as for the environment – in essence, those who will contribute positively to our community.
The main entry points into Hillcrest College are at Form 1 and Lower Sixth. Whilst our main entry point is at the beginning of each year, we are able to consider entries into the schools at other times during the course of the year if places are available.
Many pupils from our junior school make the transition to the College, alongside the pupils joining us from other schools. All new pupils are welcomed and are quickly made to feel part of the Hillcrest Schools family.
To arrange a visit
call us on:
+263 2020 60773/+ 263 772 249 007 (Hillcrest College)
Or fill out this form and a member of the Admissions staff will be in touch:
PROCEDURE
For all entrance stages other than Lower 6, an assessment/examination is written prior to acceptance.
Admission to Form 1
An Entrance Assessment Day with papers assessing English and Mathematics is held at Hillcrest College on the first Saturday of July for pupils in Grade 7 (Year 8) for pre-registered pupils only. An Orientation Day is held before the beginning of first term of Form 1 for all successful parents and pupils.
Forms 1 (Second Term onwards), 2 and 3
Applicants write the relevant internal examination with their prospective peers. These examinations take place towards the end of each Term or the beginning of the holidays for admission into the following Term and successful applicants are interviewed prior to the offer of a place.
Lower 6
Applicants must send in their IGCSE/O Level or equivalent examination results immediately on receipt from the examination board. A pass in 5 subjects at IGCSE or Ordinary Level is a pre-requisite for admission into Lower6. All candidates must have a C grade or above in English as a First Language, Mathematics and a Science subject. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed and, if eligible, a place offered.
Uniforms
Boys and Girls
- Navy Blazer with School Badge
- White Long Sleeve Shirt
- White School Hat with School Badge & blue under the brim
- School Tie – Navy Striped Tie for F1-4, F5 Tie and 6th Form Tie for L6 & U6
- Navy Raincoat 1
- Plain Knit Navy Jersey
- Branded School Anorak (Meant for Winter Only)
- Plain Knit/Fleece Navy Scarf (Meant for Winter Only)
- Plain Knit/Fleece Navy Gloves (Meant for Winter Only)
Girls
- Navy Skirt
- Navy Slacks (Meant for Form 1 to Lower 6 Girls and for Winter Only)
- White Ankle Length Socks
- Black closed, lace up Shoes – Flat
6th Form Girls
- Black Pencil Skirts (Meant for U6 Girls-Only)
- Black Slacks (Meant for U6 Girls Only during Winter)
- Black ¾ plain Court Shoes Stockings
- Berkshire “Flair”/Sheer Black
- Tennis/Hockey Navy Skirt & Navy Ski Pants
- Navy and White Swimming Costume
- White Ankle Socks
Boys Sports Uniform
- BOYS
Navy Shorts (Form 1 – 4 only during summer) - Navy Long Socks (With Garters)
- Grey Flannel Longs (To be worn every day during winter by the Form 1 – 4)
- Students and every day through the year for the Lower 6 Boys)
- Black Lace Up, Proper School Shoe
Boys Sports Uniform
- School Rugby Jersey – Navy
- Black/Navy Blue Swimming Trunk
- White Boxer Shorts
- Long White Socks
- Navy Tracksuit with White Stripe
- Parachute Shorts
- Penguin Shirt
- House T-shirt
- Athletics Vest
- Sport Shoes/Tackies
- Hockey /Rugby Socks – Navy with White Tops
- School Cap
- Swimming Cap
HILLCREST SCHOOLS’ OFFICIAL UNIFORM SUPPLIER IS ENBEE
Fees & Payment Options
Please contact the schools bursar on [email protected] or +263 772 100748 for further information pertaining to fees.
The following payment plan is in place for the Desk Fee, spreading it over 3 months.
- 70% of total fees due to the school should be paid up front
- 30% should be paid on or before the end of the 1st month of the Term.
The School Banking details are as follows:
Account Name: Hillcrest Schools
Bank: Banc ABC
Account #: 11797966633016
Swift Code: FMBZZWHX
Branch: Mutare
Currency: United States Dollars (USD)
Account Name: Hillcrest Schools
Bank: Banc ABC
Account #: 11797965602018
Branch: Mutare
Currency: RTGS Dollars
Account Name: Hillcrest Schools
Bank: Cabs
Account #: 1003786189
Branch: Mutare
Currency: RTGS Dollars
