St John's College
St John's College. A world-class Christian African School
St John's College is a world-class Anglican school founded in 1898, just twelve years after the discovery of gold on the Witwatersrand, and situated in Houghton, Johannesburg.
From Grade 0000 through to Grade 12, with the option to read Cambridge A Levels in Sixth Form, St John's numbers among South Africa's pre-eminent schools, with a reputation for excellence that extends well beyond our borders.
What sets us apart is not measured in accolades alone; it is found in our commitment to developing young people rightly trained in body, mind and character.
This is a school with a soul, where values, tradition and excellence come together.
St John's College and COVID-19
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Remembering Nick Rowe, 25 years on
Twenty-five years after the attacks on the World Trade Centre, we remember Old Johannian Nicholas Charles Alexander Rowe (Clayton 1991).
College Life: Michaelmas Term 2026
Every term at St John’s College tells a story, and this edition reflects one marked by opportunity, achievement and community. As you read these pages, you will see the
many ways in which our students and staff continue to embrace challenges, pursue excellence and make the most of the opportunities presented to them.
2026 Battle of the Bands
Ten school bands have made the final of the 2026 St John's College Battle of the Bands, happening on Saturday, 19 September.