Petra College is a Christian co-ed school in Bulawayo serving students from early years to the sixth form. The school offers the Cambridge & Zimsec syllabus.
Petra creates a platform to help build within each child and teen a strong, respectful, and upstanding character they will take with them into their adult life.
The College is made up of two schools to cater for the various age groups. Petra College Junior is an excellent Christian school for girls and boys ranging from ECD A to Grade 7. It is a feeder school to Petra College Senior which caters for students from form one to form 6. The school also offers City & Guilds
Curriculum At Petra College
Petra College follows the Cambridge syllabus. At the end of form 4 the the students write their IGCSE exams and at the end of form 6 the students write their A-level exams. The subjects offered are as follows:
Sciences:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Combined Science
Humanities:
- Business Studies
- French
- Geography
- History
- Literature in English
- Religious Studies
- Ndebele Studies
- IsiZulu
Commercials:
- Fashion & Textiles
- Food & Nutrition
- Design & Technology
- Computer Science
- Information Communication Technology
- Physical Education
Petra College Pass Rate
The school performs well in public exams. The current results are not available but the school boosts of over 90% pass rate. In 2024 several students attained A* and A in their Cambridge for both A-level and IGCSE.
In 2018 the school won the following awards at the Imbizo District Awards for the 2017 exams.
- Design and Technology – Being the school with the highest pass rate at O Level in 2017
- ICT – Being the school with the highest pass rate at O Level in 2017
- English Language – Being the school with the highest pass rate at O Level in 2017
- Physical Science – Being the school with the highest pass rate at O Level in 2017
- Mathematics – Being the school with the highest pass rate at O Level in 2017
- Chemistry – Being the school with the highest pass rate at A-Level in 2017
- Biology – Being the school with the highest pass rate at A-Level in 2017
- Takudzwanashe Bvurire – for obtaining 8 A’s at O Level in 2017
Petra College Admissions
Form 1 –4
Petra Junior students are automatically accepted to the Petra Senior upon completion of Grade 7. However, families still need to let the Senior School know of their intentions by filling in the application form. All other applications for forms 1 to 4 are welcome anytime.
Application Procedures
- Download or Complete the Petra College Application Form (Pre-Interview Form) and submit by hand or filled out online and sent to [email protected]
- Submit a Certified Copy of your child’s birth certificate
- Pay the $20 Registration Fee – to be paid at the Petra College Accounts Office (Currently located at the Senior School)
Lower 6 – Upper 6
Preference will be given to current the College's Senior students.
Application Procedures
- Download or Complete the Petra College Application Form (Pre-Interview Form) and submit by hand or filled out online and sent to [email protected]
- Submit a Certified Copy of your child’s birth certificate
- Pay the $20 Registration Fee – to be paid at the Accounts Office (Currently located at the Senior School)
- Copy of latest school report/mock or original statement of ‘O’ Level results
- External applicants will have to submit a Letter of Recommendation from their current/latest Headmaster
Petra College Fees
Petra is an elite school and as such its fees are on the high side. The fees range around US$ 2,000 per term. The following breakdown is for capital development and tuition fees for the school from form one to six.
| Form 1 new | $1,000 | $1,680 | |
| Form 2 | $850 | $1,680 | |
| Form 3 | $680 | $1,680 | |
| Form 4 | $510 | $1,680 | |
| Form 5 | $340 | $1,680 | |
| Form 6 | $170 | $1,680 |
Petra College Uniforms
Uniforms for Petra College can be purchased at https://fazak.co.zw/. Parents should ensure that their children adhere to the school's uniform policy and wear the correct attire at all times
Extracurricular Activities At Petra College
Petra College offers a wide range of extracurricular activities aimed at developing well-rounded students. These activities include sports, arts, clubs, and more.
In sports, the school emphasizes teamwork, self-discipline, and sportsmanship, offering opportunities for students from Grade 3 to Upper Six to participate in district, provincial, and national competitions. Sports include athletics, rugby, swimming, tennis, soccer, cricket, and more.
The arts play a significant role, with clubs like Chess, Art, Media, Music, Drama, and Wildlife fostering creativity and skill development. Petra also encourages community involvement through the Care Club, which focuses on outreach and social responsibility. Additionally, academic clubs such as Coding, Science, and Business Management nurture critical thinking and practical skills.
By offering such diverse activities, Petra College aims to build strong, confident individuals who excel both in and out of the classroom
Petra College Contact Details
Phone: +263 (0)29 2283326-8 or +263 (0) 867 700 6194
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://petra.college/
See the school on Facebook and Twitter
Download the Petra College Prospectus here
Petra High School fees cost about 2360 and below depending on the grade per term for boarders.
The current results are not available but the school boosts of over 90% pass rate.
The contact details for Petra College are as follows:+263 (0)29 2283326-8 or +263 (0) 867 700 6194.
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