Reekworth Schools, located in Mabelreign and Borrowdale, Harare, is a leading educational institution in Zimbabwe catering to students aged 2 to 18 and offering a blend of the Cambridge and ZIMSEC, curricula. The school emphasizes traditional academics alongside entrepreneurship, leadership, empathy, and critical thinking. With vibrant extracurricular programs and real-world exposure through industry interactions, Reekworth nurtures future-ready leaders. From nursery to high school, it provides a holistic learning environment designed to foster academic excellence and personal growth.
Founded in 2010 as a small nursery school with just five students, Reekworth Schools has grown into a premier educational institution in Zimbabwe, now serving over 370 students across nursery, primary, and high school levels. With multiple campuses in Harare and a dedicated team of over 45 staff members, Reekworth blends the Zimbabwean curriculum with practical skills in entrepreneurship, leadership, and critical thinking. Students thrive in an environment enriched by extracurricular activities and real-world industry interactions, preparing them to excel academically and succeed in the real world.
Curriculum
Reekworth High School offers a dynamic curriculum that integrates the Cambridge and ZIMSEC syllabi, alongside experiential learning approaches. This blend ensures a robust foundation in academic disciplines, including STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), business, and humanities subjects. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for modern challenges.
Additionally, the curriculum emphasizes leadership and entrepreneurship. Practical subjects like agriculture and woodwork complement theoretical learning, fostering creativity and real-world application. This holistic approach aims to prepare students for varied career paths and higher education.
Reekworth’s curriculum also prioritizes personal development through co-curricular activities and life-skills training. Students engage in activities that promote teamwork, responsibility, and self-awareness, contributing to their overall growth.
Reekworth School Pass rates
Reekworth Schools takes pride in consistently achieving stellar pass rates across all grades, particularly in Grade 7, where the school has maintained a remarkable 100% pass rate for the past three years.
At O-level, the school’s results speak for themselves, with an impressive 84% pass rate, and at A-level, students continue to excel, achieving an enviable 88% pass rate
This consistent performance showcases the school’s ability to deliver high-quality education tailored to its students’ needs.
The strong results underscore the success of its dual Cambridge and ZIMSEC curriculum, along with its focus on holistic development. This proven record enhances the institution’s reputation, making it a top choice for parents seeking exceptional educational outcomes for their children.
Reekworth, Boarding, and Day Fees
Reekworth Schools provides detailed fee structures for its programs, ensuring transparency and accessibility for parents. Fees vary based on grade level and whether the student is a boarder or a day scholar. For example, new nursery students pay a total of $810, covering registration, school fees, levies, uniforms, and activities. existing students pay $480.
For grades 1–7, day scholars pay $940 for new enrollments, while boarders pay $1,290. Existing students benefit from reduced overall costs. This comprehensive breakdown underscores the school’s commitment to balancing quality education with affordability. on the other hand existing scholars pay $600 and boarding existing scholars pay $950.
In addition, Reekworth High School’s 2025 fee structure outlines clear costs for both day and boarding students. New day scholars pay 990 for form 1 to form 4, existing students pay $650.For a level day scholars, existing pay 750 while new pay $1190 .
 Boarding students at O’ level new students pay $1490, while existing pay $1150 and for A’level new student pay $1640 while existing pay $1300
Reekworth Admission and Requirements
Admission to Reekworth Schools is merit-based and determined by performance in a written test and oral interview. Nursery school applicants must be between 2 and 5 years old by the start date, while junior school students should be aged 6 to 12.
High school applicants must fall within the 13 to 16 age range. Admission to other grades is contingent on academic performance and space availability. For more details, parents are encouraged to contact the school through their channels
Reekworth School Uniforms
Reekworth School requires its students to wear specific uniforms that reflect its identity and standards. The uniforms vary by grade level, with distinct options for boys and girls. Below are school uniform items for both girls and boys:
- Khaki set (form 1-4) $30
- Skirt+blouse (form 1-4) $30
- Skirt + blouse (form 5-6) $40
- Â Blazer $50
- Tie $10
- Full jersey $ 30
- Bomber jacket $50
- Slack + long sleeve shirt (form 1-4) $30
- Gloves +scarf to woolen hat $25
- Tracksuit $50
- House t shirt $ 10
- Golf t shirt $10
- Navy blue caps $10
- Hat $15
- Navy blue boxer short $15
The school does not provide the following :
- Brown Scholl Shoe
- Girls white ankle socks
- Boys grey socks
Boarding facilities
Reekworth Schools offers a comfortable and homely boarding experience for both boys and girls in primary and high school. The school’s boarding facilities prioritize safety, comfort, and an optimal learning environment, ensuring that students enjoy a well-rounded educational journey.
Each student has a bed and ample space for personal belongings, fostering a sense of independence and responsibility. The school’s dedicated residential staff provides a supportive and nurturing environment that promotes personal growth and a strong sense of community
To add on, Reekworth Schools, modernity meets tradition with the implementation of Zesa plus solar lighting for study areas. Students enjoy a comfortable and well-lit environment, conducive to academic excellence.
- 2x boxes of staedlers crayons
- 2x used magazine (age appropriate)
- 2x rims of white bond paper
- 6x rolls khaki cove
- 1x cello tape
- 1x sticky stuff
- 1xpair of scissors
- 1x English reading book
- 1x Shona reading book
- 3-7
- 2x hb pencils
- 2x story books
- 1x sticky stuff
- 2x rims of white bond paper
- 1x bottle of glue
- 6x rolls of khaki cover
- 6x rolls of plastic cover
- 2 blankets
- 2 pairs of sky-blue bed sheets
- pillow and 2 pillowcases
- bucket
- Bible
- Pegs
- Washing powder
- sta soft
- face and bath towels
- drying towel
- 2 bottles lotion
- 4 packets of pads for girls
- toothpaste and toothbrush
- shoe polish and shoe brush
- 2x bottles of roll-on
- 3 sets nightwear
- morning shoes
- slippers
- 1 bottle vaseline
- shower gel/bathing soap
- raincoat/umbrella
- iron
- navy blue duvet
- Â
- Â Tinned beef (10 tins, 300g each)
- Tinned beans (koo 15 tins 410g each
- orange crush Schweppes 10 litres
- peanut butter 2 bottles
- powdered milk every day or pro brands 4x 400g
- Jelly 4x75g
- Mahatma Rice 10kg
- Sugar 6kg
- White Mealie meal 10kg
- Spaghetti (fattis &monis) 10x500g
- Macaroni (fatis&monis) 10x500g
- Cooking oil 4 litres
- Mayonnaise (Croswel & Blackwell) 2x375mls
- Dried beans 3kg
- washing powder 1.5kg
- sta soft 2 litres
- cornflakes 500gx 4 boxes
- cerevita 500g x 5boxes
- oats 1kg
- Â salt 1kg
- tea bags quick brew 125g
- sun jam 2 bottles
- fresh milk 2×6 litres dendairy
- tomato sauce (heinz/ wellingtons 1×750 ml
- Stock margarine (tub) 500g
- Minestrone (knoll) chicken/beef/tomato 10 packets
- Popcorn (red seal) 1x500g
- eggs 1 crate
- Tissues (Nova, Twin saver) 4 rolls
- Â
Diet at Reekworth School
Breakfast at Reekworth School is a well-balanced affair, with students choosing from a range of delicious and nutritious options, including cornflakes, oats, cerevita, porridge with peanut butter, and tea. Come tea break, students can refuel with a warm cup of milo and a selection of bread, eggs, and savory spreads, keeping energy levels high for the rest of the morning
At lunchtime, students can savor a satisfying selection of comfort foods, from hearty spaghetti and mixed veggies to bean salad, coleslaw, and crispy potato chips. The variety ensures that students can fuel up with their favorite flavors, with plenty of choices for even the pickiest eaters.
To finish off the mealtime journey:
Dinner at Reekworth School is a celebration of traditional Zimbabwean cuisine, with classics like sadza (cornmeal porridge), beef, and green veggies taking center stage. For those craving variety, a range of options is available, including mince, chicken, and jelly bean salad. Students can indulge in a satisfying meal to round off a busy day, leaving them refreshed and ready to tackle tomorrow’s challenges.
Prohibitions
In line with its commitment to providing a balanced educational environment, Reekworth Schools has implemented two strict prohibitions for its students.
Firstly, cell phones are not allowed, ensuring that students are free from unnecessary distractions and are encouraged to engage in face-to-face interactions and teamwork.
Secondly, internet access is closely monitored, guaranteeing that students are safeguarded from inappropriate content and misuse of technology
Projects at Reekworth School
At Reekworth School, hands-on learning is taken to the next level, with junior students getting their green thumbs dirty in the school’s vegetable garden. Young learners tend to various plants, from juicy tomatoes to crisp lettuce, fostering a sense of responsibility and care for the environment.
This project is just one example of the school’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded students with a connection to nature and the community.
Entrepreneurship, an essential life skill for the modern world, is woven into Reekworth’s curriculum from high school. Through dynamic projects and hands-on learning experiences, students develop problem-solving, financial literacy, and adaptability skills.
By engaging in business planning and modeling, marketing and branding, financial management, leadership, and teamwork exercises, students gain valuable insights into real-world challenges and opportunities.
At Reekworth Schools, Runako’s journey embodies the transformative power of our educational approach. Through engaging projects and leadership training, Runako exemplifies the future-ready mindset and skills we strive to nurture in all our students. Her achievements and contributions exemplify the Reekworth difference—a balance of academic excellence, personal growth, and a strong spirit of innovation
 students are encouraged to pursue their passions and develop their skills.
At Reekworth Schools, clubs are an essential part of the curriculum, helping to foster a well-rounded education and the development of students’ interests and talents. The school offers a wide range of clubs, from entrepreneurship to interact club, Leo club, Scripture Union, karate, and chess, each with its unique activities and benefits.
Joining a club is an invaluable experience for students, as it enables them to socialize with peers from different backgrounds, gain new skills and knowledge, and develop leadership and team-building abilities.
In addition to that, Reekworth Schools offers a wide range of sporting disciplines, including swimming, soccer, netball, tennis, basketball, and hockey, supported by competent coaching that helps students develop their individual potential and maintain the strong sporting tradition of Zimbabwean private education.
The school recognizes the importance of physical activity and team sports for students’ physical, mental, and social development. Engaging in sports can help students build teamwork and leadership skills, develop discipline and perseverance, and improve physical fitness and coordination.
Conclusion
At Reekworth Schools, the perfect blend of tradition and innovation forms the foundation for an extraordinary educational journey. The institution’s dedication to academic excellence, character development, and extracurricular activities provides students with a rich learning environment that fosters their intellectual, personal, and emotional growth.
Reekworth’s commitment to academic success is reflected in its impressive pass rates, which serve as a testament to the effectiveness of its dual curriculum and student-centered approach.
Reekworth Schools Contact Details
Call or Whatsapp: +263 772 134 038/ +263 775Â 858 063
Website: https://reekworthschools.com/
