Sancta Maria Junior School

Veritas (truth)

Gender

Co-Ed

Grades

R – 7

Languages

English, Afrikaans

Established: 1956

School Principal: Mrs E.M Crots

Address: 141 Rossini Blvd , Vanderbijlpark 1911

Chaplain: None

Phone: 016 933 4791

Email: sanmar@lantic.net

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Key information

  • Enrolment

    462 Students (2025)

  • Number of Educators

    19

  • Networks

    ISASA, Cabra Dominican, Umalusi accredited

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What Makes us Special

Sancta Maria Junior School is a Catholic school where faith, truth, and excellence come together to nurture confident, compassionate young learners. Guided by our motto, Veritas, meaning truth, we are committed to providing a holistic education that develops each child academically, spiritually, socially, emotionally, and physically within a caring Catholic environment.

What makes Sancta Maria truly special is our strong sense of family and belonging. Every child is known, valued, and encouraged to grow according to their God-given potential. Our dedicated educators teach with passion and purpose, creating a supportive learning space where curiosity is encouraged, confidence is built, and a lifelong love for learning is nurtured from an early age.

Holistic education lies at the heart of our school. Alongside a strong academic foundation, learners are offered opportunities in sport, culture, creative arts, and leadership. These experiences help children discover their unique talents while learning teamwork, discipline, perseverance, and resilience—skills that prepare them for both school and life beyond the classroom.

As a Catholic school, faith is woven into daily school life. Grounded in Gospel values, we strive to instil integrity, respect, kindness, and service to others. Our learners are encouraged to live their faith through compassion, empathy, and responsible choices.

At Sancta Maria Junior School, we are proud of our traditions, vibrant school spirit, and commitment to excellence. Most importantly, we are proud of our learners, who grow in truth and faith, becoming confident young individuals ready to make a positive difference in the world around them daily.

Our Past, Present and Future

  • Sancta Maria Junior School has a proud history rooted in faith, tradition, and a commitment to truth. Founded on strong Catholic values, our school was established to provide quality education within a nurturing Christian environment. From the very beginning, the focus has been on forming the whole child — academically, spiritually, and morally — guided by our motto Veritas. Generations of learners have walked our halls, leaving behind a legacy of excellence, integrity, and strong community spirit that continues to shape who we are today.
  • In the present, Sancta Maria Junior School remains a vibrant, welcoming learning community where tradition and innovation meet. We honour our Catholic identity while embracing modern teaching practices that support holistic education. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to ensure that every child feels seen, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential. Faith is lived daily through prayer, service, and Gospel values, while a balanced curriculum offers opportunities in academics, sport, culture, and leadership. Our school continues to thrive as a place of belonging, growth, and joyful learning.
  • Looking to the future, Sancta Maria Junior School is committed to growing with purpose while remaining grounded in our values. We strive to prepare learners for a changing world by nurturing critical thinking, resilience, compassion, and strong moral foundations. With faith as our guide, we look forward to shaping confident, responsible young individuals who will carry the spirit of Veritas forward, making a positive and meaningful contribution to their communities and beyond.

A word from our School Principal

At Sancta Maria Junior School, we are proud of our strong Catholic values, rich traditions, and close-knit school community. Our dedicated staff are committed to holistic education, ensuring every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to grow in faith, character, and confidence. Together, we guide our learners in truth, Veritas, preparing them for life beyond the classroom.

Visit us in 2026!

We warmly invite you to come and visit Sancta Maria Junior School at any time and experience our special sense of community for yourself. To make an appointment, please call 016 933 4791, and feel free to explore our website and social media platforms for more information and updates on school life.

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