Robert
Carruthers
School
“Loyal to tradition, Tempered with great care, So that we may listen, To wisdom everywhere, Stronghold of affection, Guided word and deed, So that we may hasten, To mankind’s every need”
About Robert Carruthers School
As the oldest school in Emalahleni (Witbank) Robert Carruthers has an interesting and varied history closely connected to the development and growth of this platteland city.
Our school caters for children ranging from 5 – 15 and demographically represents a microcosm of South African society in the 21st century.
Admission & Enrolment
All enrolments are done strictly in accordance with the school’s Admission Policy. Read …
Uniforms
The official school uniform and hairstyle policy is specifically designd to enhance the maintenance of school pride and self discipline. Uniforms …
Mission & Vision
Robert Carruthers School, in partnership with parents, staff and children, strives to uphold a distinct tradition of excellence in all spheres of education by means of progressive curricula, equal opportunity and an abundance of high-tech multimedia. Vision & Mission …
Marimbas
Learning to play the Marimbas is a fairly new cultural activity offered to children at Robert Carruthers and is an all-year extramural event. Marimbas …
News & Events
Athletics
In addtion to all major track events, Robert Carruthers offers numerous athletics disiplines including Long jump, Shot put, High jump, Discus, Javelin and Hurdles.
Sports
We offer a range of sports including:
Athletics – Netball – Rugby – Swimming – Soccer – Tennis – Cricket – Hockey
Swimming
As one of a few schools in town with a swimming pool, we offer swimming not only as an extra mural but as swimming during the morning Phys Ed lesson and it is compulsory for all learners. During Phys Ed they are taught basic swimming skills.
Extramural Activities
Extramural activities take place every afternoon Monday – Friday on our own sports grounds. Our pupils enjoy great success and each year we have children making it through to provincial teams in many of the sporting genres and we regularly have children competing for place in the national teams. Our singing group is renowned for their successes and in 2011 one of our young girls represented the school at the Talent America Competition and another went in 2012 where she won all of her categories to become the Junior Champion.
Office Hours
Monday – Friday : 08:00 – 13:00
Street Address
Corner of Pierneef Avenue
& Alexander Streets
Witbank
1034
GPS Co-ordinates
S 25 52’48”
E 29 13’43”
Postal Address
Postnet P 148
Private Bag X 7260
Witbank
1035