Answers to the questions we hear most.
If you don't find your answer here, the admissions office replies personally to every enquiry within one working day.
When does the first cohort begin?+
September 2026, with a second intake in January 2027.
How long does the admissions process take?+
Typically two to three weeks from first enquiry to place offer.
Is there an entrance assessment?+
A short conversational assessment and a subject placement exercise — no high-stakes test.
How do we begin the enrolment process?+
Submit the registration form; an admissions officer replies personally within one working day and books a family conversation.
Are places limited?+
Yes. Each grade is capped at 15 students per class to preserve the teacher-to-student ratio.
Do you offer bursaries?+
A discreet bursary programme is available for a limited number of families each year. Please request details from admissions.
Are classes live?+
Yes. All core teaching is live, in structured classrooms of no more than 15 students.
Which curricula are offered?+
Cambridge and IB (Grade 3–12), plus a Redhouse homeschool foundation programme (Grade R–2).
What about exams?+
Redhouse coordinates exam-centre registration globally, and moderates internal assessments.
What technology do students need?+
A modern laptop or iPad, quality headset, and reliable internet. Redhouse is device-agnostic across Apple and Microsoft.
Is there homework?+
Yes — meaningful, structured practice with clear expectations. Never busy-work.
How are students assessed?+
Continuous formative assessment, plus formal Cambridge / IB summative assessments at each key stage.
Can we travel during term?+
Yes — this is a core Redhouse principle. Provided the student attends live classes, families are free to travel.
How is wellness supported?+
Every family has a named wellness coach and regular check-ins.
Is Redhouse a religious school?+
A quiet Christian ethos underlies the day, without imposition on families of any tradition.
How do students make friends?+
Live classes, clubs, live events, student council and travelling cohort tours build a real global peer group.
What about time-zones?+
Students enrol into one of five global zones so classes fall within their normal daytime hours.
How involved are parents?+
As involved as they wish. A parent council, termly reports and open lines to the wellness coach keep families close.
How are fees structured?+
Annual tuition billed termly, with a single sibling discount. See the Pricing page for current figures.
Can we pay monthly?+
Termly billing is standard. Monthly plans are available on request.
What is your refund policy?+
A full refund is available up to two weeks before term begins. Thereafter fees follow the standard international-school schedule.