About Oude Molen High School

Living the VisionNot just nice words, our Vision and Mission Statements inspire and influence all we do at Oude Molen. All our programmes are aligned to them.

Oude Molen Vision Statement

We are committed to the holistic development of responsible citizens with rewarding careers in innovative technology.

Oude Molen Mission Statement

Our school seeks to play its part in the growth of South Africa

by providing high school learners with a balanced education as a preparation for careers in science and technology
by developing in the learner the acquisition of skills and understanding in communication, mathematical sciences and technical fields of study
by encouraging physical and social development through sport and cultural activities, life orientation classes and opportunities for spiritual activities

Oude Molen – A learning school for holistic education

Established in 1961 as the first Technical High School in the pre-democratic Cape Province, Oude Molen has become in 2008 the first technical high school to be awarded Dinaledi School status.

We focus on mathematics, science and technology teaching through the medium of English as the foundation for a holistic education. See our curriculum and our facilities.

We are a Maths and Science School with gender equity – 820 energetic learners, 15% of whom are girls. Most of our learners are from previously disenfranchised groups. We run on the principles that make Non Profit Organisations (NPOs) successful. Refer to our School Policies. Our academic staff are fully qualified professionals.