Spirit Education Foundation High School Scholarship

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Be female
• Be from an economically disadvantaged background
• Be currently in Grade 6 in 2026
• Have achieved a minimum of code 6 for Mathematics, English Home Language and Natural Science
• Be entering in Grade 8 in 2028
• Intend on applying to and attending of the Cape Academy of Mathematics, Science and Technology (located in Constantia, Cape Town)
• Reside near or be able to travel to Constantia, Cape Town, daily
• Show strong academic ability
• Be interested in pursuing studies and a career in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field, after high school
• Have a gross family household income of NOT more than R20 000 per month (before deductions)
• Read and agree to the Spirit Education Foundation Code of Conduct (.pdf)
• Read and agree to the Spirit Education Foundation Parent Agreement (.pdf)

Documents you will need

• Birth certificate/ passport/ study permit
• Parents or guardians ID documents/ passport/ permit
• Grade 6 Term 2 or Term 3 report card
• Proof of residence
• Parents or guardian’s proof of household income (latest payslips or affidavit if employed, affidavit if unemployed, pension advice slip if on pension, proof of sassa grant if applicable) (certified copies)

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

1. Check the requirements

   Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

2. Prepare your documents

   Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

3. Apply through the official channel
   SEF High School Scholarship Application 2028

   Applications can be submitted online at: SEF High School Scholarship Application 2028

4. Submit before the closing date

   Closes 31 October 2026. 31 October 2026. Late applications are almost never accepted.

Genuine bursaries never charge an application fee. How to spot bursary scams

Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]
• Phone 021 205 3497

Contact the provider only with questions about this bursary. StudentBursaries.co.za does not process applications.

About Spirit Education Foundation

The Spirit Foundation is a philanthropic organisation founded by the Kilbride family, supporting education, community and conservation.