SBF High School Scholarship South Africa 2026

ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDER – SBF

The Students For A Better Future is a high school scholarship programme formed and funded by the Andreas and Susan Struengmann Foundation, established in 2007. The Foundation was formed with the aim of sponsoring educational initiatives in the Western Cape. The Foundation has also launched the Sue Struengmann Initiative at the University of Cape Town (UCT) and also funds the Disa Primary School in Imizamo Yethu in Hout Bay.

The vision of the Andreas and Susan Struengmann Foundation is to develop well-rounded and goal-oriented individuals who will contribute positively to the future of South Africa and become citizens of the world.

ABOUT THE SBF HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME

Students For A Better Future (SBF) is inviting students in Cape Town, to apply for their high school scholarship for the 2026 academic year.

The scholarship is open to students who are entering Grade 8 in 2026 (currently in Grade 6 in 2024), who demonstrate strong academics and are in financial need. Students will be placed in SBF partner High Schools in the Cape Town Metropole, including:

Bergvliet High School
Camps Bay High School
Claremont High School
Groote Schuur High School
Herschel Girls High School
Rondebosch Boys High School
Rustenberg Girls High School
SACS (South African College) High School
Springfield Convent Senior School
St. George’s Grammar School
Westerford High School
Wynberg Boys High School
Wynberg Girls High School

MORE ABOUT THE SBF HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME

Students from Grade 8 to Matric will be immersed in SBF’s dedicated curriculum, which includes support for the development of key attributes and building the skills of the future.

Scholars will receive a range of support based on a holistic programme; ranging from psychosocial support, tutoring, boarding, sports, culture, service and more!

By attending one of 13 partner high schools in Cape Town, SBF aims to ensure students receive a well-rounded education, equipping them with the academics, skills and exposure to opportunities needed to thrive in the future.

Students will be selected based on 2 main criteria: financial need and academic performance.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SBF HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

You must reside in Cape Town, Western Cape, within a 25 kilometers radius of the SBF Newlands Office (Letterstedt House Newlands on Main, Newlands)
You must be interested in joining one of the SBF partner schools listed above
You must be in Grade 6 in 2024
You must be entering Grade 8 in 2026
You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in Grade 5 final and Grade 6 term 2 assessments
You must have achieved a minimum result of 65% for Mathematics in Grade 5 final and Grade 6 term 2 assessments
You must have achieved a minimum result of 70% for English in Grade 5 final and Grade 6 term 2 assessments
You must be in financial need, with a household income of NOT more than: R17 000 (if there is 1 child in the household), R20 000 (if there is 2 children in the household), R23 000 (if there is 3 or more children in the household)
You must display the following characteristics: self management ability, growth mindset, critical thinking, goal oriented and resilience

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SBF HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP

Applications must be submitted online at: SBF High School Scholarship Application 2026

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

South African citizens: unabridged birth certificate
Non-South African residents: birth certificate and proof of study visa
Grade 5 final report
Grade 6 term 2 report
Parents or guardians ID documents
Parents or guardians visa or proof residency, if not a South African citizen
Parents or guardians proof of household income:
- If employed: 3 most recent salary slips and 3 months bank statements
- If self-employed: 6 months bank statements
- If receiving a SASSA grant: proof of this
- If unemployed: affidavit stating how long they have been unemployed and why
- If one or both parents are not present or uninvolved: affidavit confirming this
- If one or both parents are deceased: death certificate/s
Essay, on the the following topics: Write about a time in your life that has shaped who you are as a person (350 words)

Note: shortlisted candidates may be required to submit additional documents.

SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE SBF HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP

Applicants should take note of the stages of scholarship process:

Stage 1 (applications): applications are submitted between 14 June and 30 August 2024.
Stage 2 (screening): applicants will receive feedback on whether they move to the next stage or not, in September 2024.
Stage 3 (online testing): students will be measured on various psychosocial and academic aspects, on 28 September 2024.
Stage 4 (entrance exam): academic testing will conducted be conducted on 12 October 2024, focusing on English and Mathematics – top achievers will move on to the next stage.
Stage 5 (family interviews): social workers visit the applicants and their families at their home to get to know them better, in November and December 2024.
Stage 6 (scholarship offer): successful students are offered scholarships, and scholars prepare for high school the following year, in February 2025.

Successful candidates will undertake a 7-month long preparatory programme, during their Grade 7 year, whereby they will build bonds, access necessary enrichment in learning, and supporting a transition into a life changing journey.

CLOSING DATE FOR THE SBF HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP

30 August 2024 (at 17:00).
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)

CONTACT THE SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDER

For any queries related to this scholarship programme, please contact Students For A Better Future directly:
Tel: 021 419 3383
Email: info@thesbf.co.za
Office Hours: 09:00 to 16:00
Please do NOT contact SBF if this bursary has already closed.