St THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL
St Thomas Aquinas School is an independent school of excellence in Witbank for more than 98 years.
We are an inclusive community that welcomes all learners, and our focus as a Catholic school is the growth of young people through Christian values.
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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
St Thomas Aquinas School strives for excellence and has achieved a 100% matric pass rate for 44 consecutive years. Our overall average for university exemption is 80% and above.
We recognise that each child is a unique individual, and we develop our learners to be the best they can be.
Learners acquire the skills needed for teamwork, self-knowledge, and critical thinking through the highest standards of quality teaching offered at the school, and they write IEB examinations with notable success.
St Thomas also embraces the digital era and has successfully used various digital platforms during the lockdown, to teach our learners.
SPORT
Sport has always been an integral part of the holistic education offered at our school. We offer physical education lessons from Grade RRR – Grade 9.
The sporting codes on offer are: swimming, soccer, hockey, netball, tennis, and cricket. St Thomas has a proud record of past and present learners who have represented Mpumalanga.
CULTURE
We offer several cultural activities. The drama department is known for its entertaining and highly acclaimed productions. The marimba teams win competitions and are often invited to functions to entertain the guests. Learners also take part in the local Artium Arts festival as well as the Allegretto Eisteddfod.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
St Thomas boasts one of the largest Interact projects in the country. The focus is to reach out into the community to meet the needs of those less fortunate.
Community service is an important part of our school life. We try to be the hands of Jesus touching the world with love. Learners experience a tremendous payback of joy and fulfillment that comes from reaching out with love and helping others in need.
CELEBRATING OUR 100th ANNIVERSARY
On the 15th June 2024, St Thomas Aquinas School celebrated it’s 100th anniversary.
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Celebrating Our History
Our Silver Anniversary.
On the 25th of June, 1949, the Convent of St. Thomas Aquinas celebrated its Silver Anniversary. For 25 years the school has been in existence, and it has verily become part of the town.
Our Golden Anniversary
The celebrations started with an open day on Saturday the 22 June followed by a “Bring and Braai” and a film show. On Sunday morning, a special Mass was held at the Cathedral, followed by a luncheon for the PTA, Sisters and Guests of Honour.
Our 100 th Anniversary
Celebrate Our 100th Anniversary with us.
News & Events
St THOMAS AQUINAS SCHOOL
48 Allenby Street
eMalahleni (Witbank)
1035
Mpumalanga
South Africa
Tel: 013 656 341
Fax: 013 656 0733
CONTACT
PRINCIPAL
Mrs Marlinda Lange: head@stthomasaquinas.co.za
ADMISSIONS AND GENERAL ENQUIRIES
Mrs Pat Barnes: secretary@stthomasaquinas.co.za
GENERAL ENQUIRIES
Mrs Jostine Mokoena: admin@stthomasaquinas.co.za
ACCOUNTS DEPARTMENT
Ms Khosi Kgobotlo: accounts@stthomasaquinas.co.za
DRAMA DEPARTMENT
Mrs Des Matthews: library@stthomasaquinas.co.za
My sincere congratulations to all present and past administrators, staff and pupils on a hundred years of accomplishments!
Best wishes for another century of success!
Sincerely,
Marco
My dear St Thomas. Congratulations on 100 years. In many ways we have grown together and I am very proud to have been part of the legacy as both a pupil and staff. Here’s to the next 100 years.
St. Thomas was a home for me and my two older sisters for almost all our childhood (from early development up to the age of majority). I’m very grateful for the visionaries behind the school, the nuns (especially Sr. Lucia) who executed the vision with such grace, empathy, direction, faith and diligence to the benefit of many. I’m equally grateful to the unique blend of teachers during my schooling years many of which mounded and galvanised me into my better self as well as the friends I’ve made along the way. May this celebration of a century of excellence be one that birthes many more. May the school continue to attract the best teachers and produce the best of the best in students and leaders.”On this school your blessing, Lord”.
St.Thomas Aquinas School made such a significant impact on my upbringing and education and I look back today with such gratitude for seeds sown. The most memorable experiences were cultivated during my school career at Stas and each one of my teachers were incredibly gifted in their vocation. Congratulations on a 100 years St.Thomas! May your legacy continue to grow as you go from strength to strength.
Congratulations on 100 years of exemplary teaching, guidance, positive influence & nurturing of thousands of learners & still going strong! Well done to all who played their part.
Congratulations on your 100th year of providing excellent education to our youth. They are our future. Marlinda Lange WOW! This is a milestone. A few years back who would have thought you will be principal of such a magnificent school. God bless to all educators, support staff and learners.
Congratulations on 100 years St Thomas. I am the person I am today due to my 6 years at St Thomas and after 54 years some of our class are still in contact.
Congratulations on reaching such a milestone – 100 years is something to be proud of. So many fond memories of my years there and of Sr. Angelica, Sr. Cyril, Sr. Diedmund, Sr. Aloysia, and all the teachers I had there. Memories too of the boarding school. Our graduating class (1972) still remain in contact even though we are now scattered around the world. The friendships forged there continue to this day. I am grateful for the education I received there and for the guidance, encouragement and skills received. Thank you and Congratulations!!