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Education and Schools in Pretoria, Gauteng

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From schools for early education to nearby colleges and universities, here's what 29 local experts had to say about education in Pretoria, Gauteng.

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Pretoria is a beautiful, clean city that has a rich historical background. There are many relaxing parks, easy access to a wide variety of transportation, and a very exciting nightlife experience. The city is also home to the University of Pretoria; one of the most prestigious universities in the country.

Pretoria’s weather is very unpredictable. In a week one could experience extreme heat but the next day experience arctic coldness. The people here are very friendly and are always willing to help, especially with directions. Pretoria has many restaurants, some of the best education institutions and all of the embassies in South Africa are situated in Pretoria!

Quraisha, says: 2020

It is very important for a person considering to move to Pretoria to know that, the city is occupied with Universities; as a result, it is crowded with students. The city has high rate of crime; consequently, people get robbed on a day light. Pretoria is amazing, it is located to the Unions building, where national political meetings take place. The city is known for its great contribution to the global atmosphere, as it has many large Botany gardens.

Louise, says: 2020

Pretoria is the capital city of South Africa, with great and rich history. Most of our country’s head offices for both the private and public sector are in this city. While it has no harbor, it still serves as a great tourist attraction site. It is on of the cities with low crime rates and a home to one of the best tertiary institutions; University of Pretoria.

It is a great environment to raise children in. The schools in the district produce excellence in terms of academics and the student’s characters. It is the best place to spend summer. The people are very friendly and charismatic. There are plenty of activities to do with your family such as going to the zoo and visiting historic landmarks, to name a few examples.

Desiree, says: 2020

Many government decisions are taken in my city. The city is full of students, coming from all over South Africa to study. Many people from different countries come to look for work in order to better their lives and make a living. It is very well development and has many job opportunities.

Kamohelo, says: 2020

My city is the capital city of South Africa, there is the Union Buildings and very beautiful parks for one to see and explore. It is also known as Tshwane, it is where you find the Tshwane University of Technology, the University of Pretoria and one of the biggest universities in South Africa, the University of South Africa known as UniSA. Pretoria is a beautiful city located in Gauteng Province.

Emergensea, says: 2020

Pretoria is a beautiful city with a plethora of Jacaranda trees which bloom during spring. There are diverse groups of people living, working and studying here and as such the inner city is vibrant with people going to work or university. On the other had, the outskirts of Pretoria are mainly residential and provide quite places where people can live and escape the busy inner city.

Annabell, says: 2020

A person moving to Pretoria should know that there’s diverse cultures and people with different native tongues, mainly dominating is the Pedi tribe, the society at large is very friendly and Pretoria is a very cool place to live in… The weather is amazing throughout the year, the winter isn’t madly cold, it’s a good and clean neighbourhood with enough shopping complexes and schools.

It’s a beautiful city, we have big malls, beautiful nature for those that love touring. A whole lot of restaurants and nature reserve sites. Our city is usually for outgoing people who love hanging out since we have people who love hanging out as well. Too many school as well.

Pretoria is its own city and is the warmest city. It is home to the jacaranda trees and University of Pretoria. Here are some aspects such as the union building that make it an ideal place to go explore if you haven’t yet. Despite its reputation for being the home of Afrikaans, there is the classic proudly South African diversity found in Pretoria.

Halima, says: 2020

Pretoria is one of the capitals city of South Africa. It boast a variety of Jacaranda trees and has one of the top universities in South Africa (University of Pretoria). The Union building is located in the same City and most presidential addresses take place in this city.

Sibongile, says: 2020

Pretoria is the capital city of of South Africa and it where the Union Buildings are situated and parliamentary proceedings are held. It is also known as the capital city of partying and has four universities–the only province to have as many. The Jacaranda city is known for its beautiful spring weather and colorful trees.

Lwando, says: 2020

With its beautiful homes and excellent schools, Pretoria is a city you will call home. The traveling within the city is simple and safe using the affordable gautrain and gaubus. The weather reaches a high of forty degrees and a low of minus four degrees. To top it off, it is home to beautiful shopping malls that have all the popular stores and entertainment. It is home indeed.

It has a variety of shopping complexes which are near and really convenient.There are so many companies, if you are a job seeker, there are plenty of registered colleges if you are a student. It is a small and quiet town, filled with friendly faces and so many places of entertainment.

Pretoria is a very hot city. It is one of the capital cities in South Africa. It is also home to the union building. One of the best universities in Africa (University of Pretoria! TUKS) is in Pretoria. Pretoria is also known as Tshwane. Pretoria is also known for its Jacaranda trees.

Kwakhanya, says: 2020

Pretoria is a city famous for its high levels of crime. However it is also an extremely beautiful city with beautiful Jacaranda trees that bloom beautiful purple flowers. Pretoria is also home to many historic monuments and museums. In terms of schools, there are exceptional schools for young children and university’s such as the University of Pretoria.

Zuziwe, says: 2020

Pretoria is a very beautiful and calm city, the cost of living is affordable, there’s very beautiful places to visit, everything is close to the central city, the weather is very cold around May to September, we have amazing colleges and universities, very friendly people.

Surprise, says: 2020

If moving to Pretoria be aware that Pretoria is very cold in winter and hot in summer. Pretoria is the administrative capital of South Africa and many embassies are in its leafy suburbs. This makes for a diverse population from all over the world. Pretoria offers a number of outdoor activities such as visiting the Rietvlei Dam, taking hikes in the national parks in the city, and visiting food markets on weekends. For those with school-going children, Pretoria offers many excellent options at all schooling levels.

Asakhe, says: 2020

If moving to Pretoria, know it has high crime rates because it is the capital of South Africa. One should also be aware of that it has terrible traffic after 5pm. However, Pretoria is a great place if you are a student because of the amazing night-life.

Malebo, says: 2020

Pretoria is one of the busiest cities in the country and there is a lot of traffic. It is the epitome of political activity but it also has a great list of institutions to choose from higher education. It is where the great women’s march occurred, the Union building where the presidential residence is.

Bulumko, says: 2020

Despite its reputation for being the home of Afrikaans, there is the classic proudly South African diversity found in Pretoria. There’s a mix of English, Northern Sotho and Tswana just to name a few. These other languages actually outnumber the number of Afrikaans speakers and shows that Pretoria is actually much more diverse than most people think. Pretoria has an unusual feather in its cap – it has the longest urban street in South Africa. Stanza Bopape Street (formerly known as Church Street) is the longest street in any of our country’s cities, and at 26 km, is one of the longest urban streets in the world! Most people know that Pretoria is famous for its Jacaranda-lined streets, which lead to the city’s nickname – Jacaranda City. The Jacarandas bloom around the same time as the local university students are writing their big exams and it’s a local belief that if a flower falls on your head you’ll have the best of luck.

Onalerona, says: 2020

Pretoria is a bustling city, with vast outlying areas. know the inner city can be dangerous. look to the suburbs in the north of Pretoria. These areas are growing and close to most schools and malls.

Mpoeakae, says: 2020

Pretoria is the capital of South Africa. This is where you will find the President’s residential office, the Union Buildings. This city is family friendly and isn’t as busy as the other provincial capitals in the country. Home to the University of Pretoria, it is the ideal place for students.

Mmathapelo, says: 2020

Pretoria is known in South Africa as the Jacaranda city. The purple blooms are gorgeous from October to November, and having a bloom fall on a student’s head during exam time, is expected to ensure passing examinations! Pretoria is also the political seat of Parliament for the first six months of the year.

Mpoeakae, says: 2020

Pretoria is a quiet city. It is also quite diverse in terms of cultures and ethnicities. Pretoria is the administrative capital of South Africa. It is also one of the leading academic cities in South Africa. Pretoria features many natural and cultural surroundings which one can explore whilst in the city.

Pretoria is a city comprising many villages. The Afrikaans language and culture is prevalent here. My city is the Jacaranda city of South Africa, where the flowers spell examinations to many university students. Pretoria is very diverse, regarding jobs as its hosts many tertiary institutions. Worried about leisure time? Ay specific idea in mind? You will find it. Pretoria is my CITY!

Pretoria is a beautiful place for students. It is mainly populated by young adults coming from remote part of the country and the dwelling are mainly made for it. It is also an administrative town as it gathers most of the embassy and political structure of the country. Therefore, any person who would like to come to South Africa and in particular Pretoria should prepare to be bored if he or she has not set a perfect planning for his or he vaccination. Nevertheless, it also has its great place of pleasure like menlyn mall one of the biggest mall of the country where one can find practically everything from clothes store, restaurants to cinema; or the ice rank of the grove mall where one can freely ice skate, the national zoo where you can enjoy mother nature through the admiration of wildlife. Though, it might seem a little boring for someone used to busy town it stays a beautiful experience for anyone who may want to try.

Tintswalo, says: 2020

Pretoria is a wonderful place that is quite war compared to may parts in Gauteng. It has a lot of diverse industries that are at a close distance and have good schools in reasonable distance. Pretoria is very quick at embracing development and it cares for the well being of all those that live in it.

Jessica, says: 2020
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