King Edward VII School
King Edward VII School
King Edward VII School
King Edward VII School
Since 1902, King Edward VII School has been nurturing young men to become confident, capable leaders. Our commitment to academic excellence, sporting achievement, and character development has made us one of South Africa's premier boys' schools.
Our School remains at the cutting edge of holistic education, year on year in our ethos, values and heritage. We pursue new technology, encourage creativity, engage with our communities, and share an entrepreneurial mindset.
While formal and informal aspects of our inter-personal, extra-mural activities teach lessons that cannot be learned in the classroom, we never lose sight of our primary function - sound education.
The School's loyal men have fought in many wars and won many military honours. Not all came home. The School has the highest number of fallen recorded from the two World Wars. Alumni have fought for freedom and democracy in South Africa and for justice throughout the world. All our alumni have a loyalty to their friends and schoolmates and a generosity toward each other that is unmatched.
Not all of the School's most successful alumni became leaders in commerce and industry, but the School equipped them with the confidence, morals, discipline, passion and courage to shape our modern world.
Over the past century, thousands of boys have passed through KES and out into the world as men, carrying with them the values and traditions that make our school truly exceptional.
We nurture young men to become confident leaders with strong moral values and integrity.
Our rigorous academic programme prepares boys for university and beyond with outstanding results.
Our comprehensive sports programme develops champions both on and off the field.
Years of Educational Excellence
We are committed to leaving the world a better place. We pursue new technology, encourage creativity,
KES has shaped me into the man I am today. The brotherhood, academic rigour, and sporting excellence prepared me for leadership in the real world. Once an Ed, always an Ed.
Class of 2019, Current Wits University
The values instilled at KES - honour, courage, and service - have guided my career as a surgeon. The school's emphasis on excellence and integrity shaped my professional life.
Class of 1995, Cardiac Surgeon
From the rugby fields to the boardroom, KES taught me that success comes through teamwork, discipline, and never giving up. The Old Ed network has been invaluable throughout my career.
Class of 2001, CEO Standard Bank
The quality of education at KES is world-class. My teachers challenged me to think critically and pursue excellence in everything I do. KES opened doors to Oxford University.
Class of 2016, Oxford Rhodes Scholar
Playing for the KES 1st XV was the highlight of my school career. The coaches didn't just develop rugby skills, but character and leadership. Those lessons serve me well as Springbok captain.
Class of 2012, Springbok Captain
The entrepreneurial spirit at KES is incredible. Teachers encouraged innovation and risk-taking. The school's tech program gave me the foundation to start my fintech company.
Class of 2008, Tech Entrepreneur
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Our Old Boys have become leaders across every field - from CEOs and government ministers to Olympic athletes and renowned academics. With over 25,000 alumni spanning more than a century, the Old Ed network reaches across South Africa and around the world, united by the values of excellence, integrity and brotherhood instilled at KES.
