Dainfern College is an independent "family" school, catering for students from Grade 0 - 12.
Our ethos is Christian, although we are not affiliated to any denomination. We celebrate and welcome diversity and our community is made up of many nationalities and creeds.

History
Dainfern College celebrates its 10th birthday in 2006. Founded in 1996 by Russell and Stella Upneck, it has grown from small beginnings to the impressive school that it is today. A unique debenture system of funding has ensured that superior facilities have been provided, for the enjoyment of our current students.

Vision
Dainfern College is the school of choice for a values based education of excellence.

Mission
Dainfern College develops skills for life required to unlock unique personal potential and to nurture creative thinkers with the confidence to become leaders - through the provision of an innovative, relevant and quality education.

Values
The Dainfern College 6 Core Values underpin the ethos of the school and define the expectations for the development of character.

• Fortitude
• Integrity
• Self Discipline
• Humanity
• Accountability
• Respect

Eductaional Approach
Our approach at Dainfern College is imbedded in 2 core concepts :

Opportunity and Excellence:
We believe in developing the whole child through the provision of academic, sporting, cultural and technological activities. Our students write the internationally well-accepted IEB examination and a strong academic focus exists at the College. In the sporting and cultural spheres, a number of opportunities exist for students to participate in both an individual capacity and as a member of a team. Excellence is achieved through the efforts of a passionate, talented staff and well qualified hand picked coaches.

Staff
The teachers at Dainfern College are highly qualified, experienced and passionate about education and the development of young people. Many of them have been at Dainfern College for a number of years and have helped to mould the ethos and direction of the school.

Contact Details
Tel: (011) 469 0635
Fax: (011) 469 0885/3237
E-mail: info@dainferncollege.co.za
Web Site: www.dainferncollege.co.za

Physical Address
Broadacres Drive, Dainfern, Johannesburg

Postal Address
PO Box 3199, Dainfern, 2055