Falcon College is an elite private boarding school located in Esigodini, Matabeleland South Province. The school, which was founded in 1954, caters for boys and girls aged 12β18.

Falcon offers the Cambridge curriculum at Checkpoint, IGCSE, AS and A Level and the school is dynamically embarking on modern teaching and coaching techniques, with electronic media being used in every classroom equipped with Wi-Fi.
The school also offers some HEXCO and City and Guildβs subjects, on occasion. The school prides itself in having small classes of not more than 26 students and sometimes as few as 6 students.
Falcon is an ICDL center offering certification to its students.
Curriculum
Falcon College follows the Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) curriculum, joining over 9,000 schools worldwide in offering internationally recognized qualifications. CIE is part of Cambridge Assessment, a department of the University of Cambridge known for its excellence in education.
Falcon College offers a complete secondary education curriculum, beginning at Secondary 1, progressing to Secondary 2 (IGCSE Level), and culminating in the Advanced Level (AS & A Level) curriculum.
Secondary 1 Curriculum (Foundation for IGCSE)
During the first two years, students follow an internally designed curriculum based on Cambridge Checkpoint and other international and local educational standards.
The core subjects include English Language, Mathematics, and Science, alongside additional subjects such as French, Ndebele, Geography, History, Design & Technology, Art & Design, Computing, Music, and Life Skills.
This foundational stage ensures a smooth transition to the Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) qualifications at Secondary 2 Level.
Secondary 2 Curriculum (Cambridge IGCSE)
In their third and fourth years, students prepare for the Cambridge IGCSE examinations, gaining a globally recognized qualification. The curriculum is structured to provide a broad and balanced education that prepares learners for advanced studies. The subjects available include:
- Accounting
- Art and Design
- Biology
- Business Studies
- Chemistry
- Combined Science
- Computer Science
- Computer-Aided Design
- Design and Technology
- English Language
- English Literature
- Environmental Science
- French
- Geography
- History
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Life Skills
- Mathematics
- Music
- Ndebele
- Physics
- Physical Education
- Travel and Tourism
These subjects are designed to cater to a broad range of interests and skills, preparing students for higher education, professional careers, or entrepreneurial ventures.
Cambridge Advanced Level Curriculum (AS & A Level)
The final two years focus on the Cambridge International Advanced Subsidiary (AS) and Advanced Level (A-Level) curriculum. Falcon College follows the staged assessment route, where students take AS Level examinations in their Lower Sixth year. Successful AS students can carry their marks forward, contributing 50% to the full A Level qualification.
Students scoring a B or better in AS Level can retain their marks for A Level, while those scoring below this threshold typically re-sit the AS components alongside their full A Level coursework. This structured approach ensures academic excellence and optimal university readiness.
Falcon College Pass Rate
The school does well in public examinations. Falcon College achieved an 86% pass rate at IGCSE Level, 89% at AS Level, and 86% at A Level in the 2024 examination results.
Ten subjects recorded a pass rate of 90% or higher, while Art and Combined Science were identified as weaker areas.
At both AS and A Level, seven subjects attained a pass rate of 90% or above. Notably, Design and Technology achieved a 100% pass rate across all three levels.
At the IGCSE Level, students earned 28 A* and 117 A grades, accounting for 24.4% of the total grades awarded. This reflects a strong performance in an area that has been a focus of continuous improvement.
In 2013 the school had an 86% pass rate at IGCSE Level, 89% at AS Level, and 86% at A-Level. There were 10 subjects in which a 90% and above pass rate was attained.
Falcon College Application Process
- The application form can be accessed here. To begin the application process, an email address must be entered, after which a verification code will be sent to proceed.
- Complete and return to [email protected] or the Harare or Bulawayo offices along with:
- A non-refundable processing and registration fee of USD 50 is required for all applications, payable at the inter-bank rate of the week
- A copy of your childβs birth certificate
- A passport-size colour photo
- A list of your childβs academic, sporting, and/or cultural achievements
For applications for Form 2 and above the school requests a copy of your childβs most recent school report.
You will receive an email and Form A (Intent to write the CHISZ Common Entrance Exams) to complete and return to us within a specified time frame. This email will include details of the entrance exam centres, timings, and what to bring/wear on the day.
Two weeks after the entrance exam, a notification is sent out advising whether your child has been offered a place. You will be given a specified time within which the Acceptance of Place Fee must be paid and requisite forms completed and returned to the College.
The current acceptance fee for a place at Falcon College is USD 4,500.00 for Forms One to Three and USD 2,250.00 for Forms Four to Upper Sixth, subject to change. This fee contributes to the development of the College.
Entrance exams are traditionally held on the first Saturday in July for the following yearβs Form One intake. The school offers exam centers in Harare, Falcon College, Chiredzi, Victoria Falls, Botswana, and Zambia.
A detailed enrollment and fee breakdown is available upon request from the Admissions Executive, Mrs. Rosy Shearing, via email at Shearing: [email protected].
Falcon College Fees
Falcon is an elite school and as such its fees are on the high side. Falcon College's current school fees are set at USD 5,350.00 per term. These fees are subject to change and cover the cost of tuition and various school services.
Falcon College Extracurricular Activities
Falcon College offers a diverse range of extra-curricular activities to ensure that students have a well-rounded education and develop their interests and skills outside the classroom. The sports available include:
- Basketball
- Cricket
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Hockey
- Horse Riding
- Netball
- Pilates
- Rugby
- Soccer
- Squash
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- The Gym
In addition to sports, students can participate in a variety of clubs and activities, such as:
- Angling
- Archery
- Art Club
- Chess Club
- Cooking
- Falconry
- Karate
- Natural History Club
- Shooting
- Textile Craft
- Travel & Tourism
These activities allow students to explore their passions, develop new talents, and build teamwork and leadership skills.
Falcon College Contact Details
Tel: 08677004566
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.falconcollege.com
Address: Bulawayo Office, 51 Livingstone Ave Corner 12th Ave, Suburbs, Bulawayo
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The fees for Falcon College are set at $5, 350.00 termly
Yes, Falcon College in Zimbabwe has girls.Β The independent boarding school accepts students aged 12β18 and has both boys' and girls' houses.Β
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