SBF High School Scholarship South Africa 2025

The Students For A Better Future (SBF) initiative was established by the Andreas and Susan Struengmann Foundation in 2007. 

The Foundation, with a deep commitment to education, aims to empower future generations by sponsoring educational programs within the Western Cape. 

SBF’s vision is to cultivate well-rounded individuals equipped with the knowledge, skills, and global perspective to become positive changemakers in South Africa and beyond.

About SBF High School Scholarship

The SBF High School Scholarship is a life-changing opportunity for financially deserving students in Cape Town. 

This scholarship grants admission to Grade 8 at one of SBF’s 13 prestigious partner schools within the Cape Town Metropole. 

These schools boast a reputation for academic excellence, providing students with a strong foundation for success.

Beyond academics, SBF goes the extra mile. Scholars are immersed in a holistic program designed to foster well-rounded individuals. 

This includes psychosocial support, academic tutoring, boarding options, opportunities to participate in sports and cultural activities, and a focus on community service.

By attending an SBF partner school and participating in their dedicated curriculum, scholars gain the academic foundation, essential skills, and exposure to diverse opportunities needed to thrive in the 21st century.

SBF High School Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the SBF High School Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  1. You must reside in Cape Town, Western Cape, within a 25km radius of the SBF Newlands Office.
  2. You must be interested in attending one of the SBF partner schools listed in the article.
  3. You must be currently in Grade 6 (as of 2024) and aiming to enter Grade 8 in 2026.
  4. Academic Performance: A minimum overall average of 65% is required in both Grade 5 final and Grade 6 term 2 assessments. Additionally, a minimum of 65% for Mathematics and 70% for English in the same assessments is mandatory.
  5. Your household income must not exceed the following thresholds:
    • R17,000 (1 child in household)
    • R20,000 (2 children in household)
    • R23,000 (3 or more children in household)
  6. You must demonstrate qualities such as self-management, a growth mindset, critical thinking, goal orientation, and resilience.

SBF High School Scholarship Application Requirements

Applications for the SBF High School Scholarship are submitted online. 

Along with your application, ensure you include clear copies of the following supporting documents:

  1. South African Citizens: Unabridged birth certificate
  2. Non-South African Residents: Birth certificate and proof of valid study visa
  3. Academic Reports: Grade 5 final report and Grade 6 term 2 report
  4. Parental/Guardian Documents: ID documents and proof of residency (if not South African citizens)
  5. Proof of Household Income:
    • Employed: Most recent 3 salary slips and 3 months’ bank statements
    • Self-employed: 6 months’ bank statements
    • SASSA grant recipient: Proof of grant
    • Unemployed: Affidavit explaining the duration and reason for unemployment
    • Absent/Uninvolved Parent(s): Affidavit confirming this
    • Deceased Parent(s): Death certificate(s)
  6. Essay (350 words): Write about a defining moment in your life that has shaped you as a person.

Shortlisted candidates may be required to submit additional documents.

How to Apply

Applications for the SBF High School Scholarship are typically submitted online through a designated portal on the SBF website. 

Be sure to monitor the SBF website and social media pages for application deadlines and any updates regarding the application process.

How to Contact SBF High School Scholarship

For any inquiries related to the SBF High School Scholarship program, please contact Students For A Better Future directly:

  1. Telephone: 021 419 3383
  2. Email: [email protected]
  3. Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM

SBF High School Scholarship Closing Date

The application deadline for the SBF High School Scholarship usually falls in the latter half of the year.

You should check the SBF website for the specific deadline for the year you are applying.