Johannesburg, South Africa
A top education for homeschoolers in Johannesburg
Wolsey Hall Oxford is delighted to welcome a growing number of families homeschooling in Johannesburg.
We find our families homeschooling in South Africa are looking for a consistent, top quality education for their children. Our rigorous, academic courses, combined with self-directed study, help to develop problem-solving, time management and critical thinking skills and better prepare students for tertiary education. There is no rote learning.
Established in 1894, Wolsey Hall Oxford now has students in over 130 countries worldwide. Our past students include President Nelson Mandela who studied for his law degree with Wolsey Hall Oxford while in jail on Robben Island.
Many of our student’s homeschooling in Johannesburg have aspirations to continue their studies at top Universities in South Africa and around the world. Our University Advice Service offers students support choosing subjects and helps in selecting and applying to the right University for them.
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Equivalent qualifications
| South Africa | Wolsey Hall Oxford equivalent course |
| Senior Certificate South African Grade 11 | GCSE Level |
| National Senior Certificate South African Grade 12 | AS Level |
Flexibility
Students homeschooling in Johannesburg, study our courses at a pace suitable for them. As well as being able to choose where their learning takes place, homeschooled children can also decide when to learn.
The flexibility of our courses and the fact that there are no online classes to attend, means students have the opportunity to pursue other interests around their study timetable and develop into well-rounded individuals.
Fees
Wolsey Hall Oxford fees are very competitive with top private and international schools in South Africa.
Our fees include:
- Self-directed modules that students work through at a pace suitable for them.
- Course books and additional resources.
- Quizzes throughout the modules to check understanding.
- Fast, detailed and helpful feedback on assignments from our Tutors.
- Parental login to Canvas which allows parents to monitor their child’s progress.
- A Student Progress Manager who monitors progress and ensures your child stays on track.
Our approach
Wherever you are, at a time and pace which suits you.
Courses
State-of-the-art online education for all levels
Support and guidance
We’ve supported over 750,000 students
Personalised homeschooling
Homeschooling for...
No matter your journey, we're here to help you thrive
Cambridge approved
Wolsey Hall Oxford is a registered online Cambridge International School
What our families say about us
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English for Year 3
We are doing English for our son. The school provides a great course for the entire year, which is very well organised and progressively introduces new concepts. It is very easy to follow, as the course provides clear instructions regarding what to teach for each day of the week, so the home teacher can just follow it. This structured course is much better than what we had prepared by ourselves previously.
Kaiser Nizamani, April 27, 2025
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Exceptional Homeschooling with Engaging, Hands-On Learning
Our experience with this homeschooling college has been outstanding. My child is currently studying English, Maths, Science, and English Speaking & Listening, and I’ve been thoroughly impressed with the well-structured curricula that cover a broad yet balanced range of material. The lessons have helped my child progress significantly in phonics, reading, writing, number skills, and verbal communication. The science curriculum goes beyond textbooks to promote hands-on learning through simple age-appropriate experiments and outdoors activities. My child loves the experiments and the activities that involve observing and classifying plants and animals outdoors, like in the park. It’s not just about facts—it nurtures a love and care for nature, teaching them to understand the needs of animals, plants, and the environment in a meaningful way. The support system here is exceptional. The tutors and progress manager provide detailed, constructive feedback along with practical tips for improvement. They’re highly responsive, easy to reach via email and always available for video calls when needed. The assignment schedule with agreed deadlines keeps learning on track while instilling discipline and accountability. Best of all, the student- and parent-driven approach allows for flexibility and personalization, making it perfect for tailoring education to my child’s pace and interests. Overall, this homeschooling college delivers a smooth, engaging, and well-structured learning experience that combines academic rigor with real-world exploration. Highly recommended for families who want a personalised yet thorough education!
Kostadin Rolev, April 27, 2025
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The work is well laid out and well…
The work is well laid out and well structured. Mari handles the Canvas items with ease and is able to work almost completely by herself.
Isobel Brink, April 11, 2025
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Wolsey hall provides us with great…
Wolsey hall provides us with great resources and a accessible online portal to study whilst we are travelling. The tutors are very supportive. We have a structured a monitored approach to home schooling with Wolsey Hall.
Noura , November 26, 2018
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Organised and Efficient
Wolsey Hall has been very beneficial to my own studies, helping me achieve an A in all of my AS level subjects. Comparing Wolsey's programme to my former school's system, I would say they are much more organised and have more to give in terms of content. The tutors are very helpful and I think many students would benefit from the Wolsey community.
Loren Madnack, January 27, 2019
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We've been using the services of Wolsey Hall Oxford...
We've been using the services of Wolsey Hall Oxford for a year or so now and the students who have worked through the courses have all enjoyed the experience. The Wolsey Hall Oxford online courses with tutor support and feedback allow our students to take courses that are not able to fit within our school timetable. This gives students the flexibility of choosing courses at school and online. The students who have been taking the online options have well developed independent learning skills and are self regulated, motivated learners. The quality and structure of each IGCSE course is excellent and the feedback from tutors after assignment submission is always details and constructive. As a school principal, my priority is to ensure that our students have the best possible opportunities to learn and receive the best in course instruction and feedback. As a father, I have been pleased that my own daughter has taken a Wolsey Hall Oxford course. This option enabled her to take an IGCSE course that did not fit the school timetable. I've been really impressed with the way in which she has progressed through the course and she has been so happy to receive constructive and positive feedback. According to my daughter, she loves Wolsey Hall Oxford because the tutors are so supportive, response times to assignment submissions and questions are excellent, great quality learning resources are provided, and student progress is monitored closely and carefully.
Shawn Hutchinson, January 27, 2019
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Pass, pass..and....Pass!
Wolsey Hall cradled my education and catered to every personal need, which successfully equalled passes on all my AS exams! Additionally I am pleased to say I managed to bump my C grade at AS Literature up to an A upon my rewrite with Wolsey. I am sincerely grateful for my tutors, Rachel Waring and Michelle Morgan, and fondly recommend the hands-on support and guidance that Wolsey offers.
Jessica Davis, January 28, 2019
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Wolsey is great!
I have been studying with Wolsey Hall for the past 3 years, taking IGCSE History in the first year for which I gained an A* and then A level History and English Literature in the last two, both of which i achieved high A grades in at the AS exam sitting in the Autumn. I have really enjoyed studying with Wolsey - the course material is engaging and very accessible, the tutors are incredibly helpful and the feedback/advice is excellent. I would definitely highly recommend studying with Wolsey.
Matt Hildyard, March 8, 2019
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This is Tatiana, I am really happy with Wolsey HallOxford school. My daughter being a tennis player and required more practice and traveling, Wolsey school help her to be on her studies wherever she travels and as per her own schedule without missing her studies . Teachers are very supportive and helpful and fast in reply. As of now this is a great method of schooling, flexible and encouraging the kids to be motivated and to study by themselves.
Tatiana , June 3, 2019
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Thank you so much to Pat and all the…
Thank you so much to Pat and all the teachers involved with Poppy. Everything from the outset right through to resources and feedback on assignments has been excellent. During the initial Skype call the teachers were so friendly and approachable which made Poppy very relaxed and raring to get started. Pat has been great in sending revised schedules when Poppy’s health has not been good and any queries we have had on an admin side. You have all been invaluable - I would thoroughly recommend you.
Sharon Justine Edwards, June 3, 2019
Rated 4.9 / 5 based on 413 reviews.
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