A list of expensive schools in Zimbabwe where only the rich can go in 2026
It might sound bizarre paying over $5000 USD school fees for 1 child but trust me its worth it sometimes. There are a number of these 4 figure fees schools in Zimbabwe and I will be listing them in this article.
Frequently Asked Questions about schools in Zimbabwe
The most expensive school in Zimbabwe is Harare International School which can cost up to $30,000 USD per year for grade 11 - 12. This rounds down to around $10K per term.
If you are aesthetic and fond of glass buildings or green environments then we can agree that Chisipite Senior School is the most beautiful school in Zimbabwe
There are over 20 good private high schools in Zimbabwe which offer a luxurious and high quality education experience
Before we get into the list let me make a correction on my title "where only the rich can go in 2026". If you are blessed with big brains or gifted in sports you can land yourself a scholarship at some of these S tier schools.
For big brain students I would assume most people in the middle class prefer our usual mission schools like St Faith's, Marist Brothers, Pamushana etc. S tier expensive schools are usually best for sports but of cause there are private schools like Knowstics which greatly excel in academics so do your research.
Top 35 most expensive schools in Zimbabwe
| Rank & School | Average Fees | Location |
|---|---|---|
| #1 Harare International School | $10,000 | Harare |
| #2 Falcon College | $5,300 | Esigodini |
| #3 Peterhouse Boys High | $4,300 | Marondera |
| #4 Chisipite Senior School | $4,000 | Harare |
| #5 Lomagundi College | $3,800 | Chinhoyi |
| #6 St Georges College | $3,800 | Harare |
| #7 Girls College | $3,750 | Bulawayo |
| #8 St Johns College | $3,500 | Harare |
| #9 Eaglesvale | $3,500 | Harare |
| #10 Hillcrest College | $3,400 | Mutare |
| #11 Knowstics Academy | $3,200 | Manicaland |
| #12 Watershed College | $3,200 | Marondera |
| #13 Riverton Academy | $3,200 | Masvingo |
| #14 Springvale House | $3,200 | Marondera |
| #15 Sacred Hearts | $3000 | Gweru |
| #16 Dominican Convent | $2800 | Harare |
| #17 Goldridge College | $2700 | Kwekwe |
| #18 Wise Owl | $2,600 | Marondera |
| #19 Samuel Centenary Academy | $2,300 | Harare |
| #20 Hellenic Academy | $2,200 | Harare |
| #21 Heritage School | $2,200 | Harare |
| #22 Kyle College | $2,000 | Masvingo |
| #23 Petra College | $2000 | Bulawayo |
| #24 Gateway High School | $2,100 | Harare |
| #25 Sandton Academy | $1900 | Gutu |
| #26 Midlands Christian School | $1,800 | Gweru |
| #27 Christian Brothers College | $1,800 | Bulawayo |
| #28 Amai Mugabe | $1,800 | Mazowe |
| #29 Arundel School | $1,700 | Harare |
| #30 Ruzawi School | $1,500 | Marondera |
| #31 St Dominic’s Chishawasha | $1500 | Chishawasha |
| #32 Cornway college | $1000 | Harare |
| #33 Rydings College | $1,000 | Karoi |
| #34 St. Thomas Aquinas Primary | $900 | Bulawayo |
| #35 Regina Mundi High | $900 | Harare |
