| Legal Name | Ariel Primary School |
|---|---|
| Year Founded | 1991 (34 Years Ago) |
| Location | Ruwa, Mashonaland East, Zimbabwe |
| Type | Private Primary School |
| Head | Miss Judith Bates |
| Affiliations | Association of Trust Schools (ATS), Conference of Heads of Independent Schools in Zimbabwe (CHISZ) |
| Contact Numbers | +263 (04) 293 6748, +263 773 053 317 |
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Background
Ariel Primary School is an independent, co-educational institution located on Tarisa/James Farm Road in Ruwa, Mashonaland East, Zimbabwe. Founded in 1991, the school is a member of both the Association of Trust Schools (ATS) and the Conference of Heads of Independent Schools in Zimbabwe (CHISZ). It offers education from Early Childhood Development (ECD B) to Grade 7. The current head is Miss Judith Bates, who has served for more than a decade.
History
The school began with four classrooms and 75 students in a converted farmhouse in early 1991. Over the years, Ariel Primary expanded its farm-based campus to include more classrooms, a library, a computer room, and sports facilities. The student population and staff increased steadily as new amenities were added. Ariel Primary is located roughly 34 km from Harare, giving it a rural setting near the capital city.
Academic Programme
Ariel Primary follows the national curriculum of the Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC). Key subjects offered include:
- Mathematics
- English Language
- Shona
- Science, Technology & ICT
- Social Sciences
- Physical Education
- Arts
Students also take part in the CHISZ Computer and Shona examinations.
Academic results are generally strong, with the school achieving a 100% Grade 7 ZIMSEC pass rate in 2015 and often maintaining a pass rate above 95%.
Co-curricular Activities
The school offers a range of activities designed to promote holistic development beyond academics. These activities include:
- Sports (including swimming and tennis)
- Arts and Culture (such as marimba band, drama, and festivals)
- Clubs (chess, technology club, conservation, public speaking, Girl Guides, Young Farmers)
Students participate in interschool sports with the Educationists in Primary Sports Association (EPSA). Prefect appointments and community service clubs help build leadership and responsibility.
Facilities
Ariel Primary has developed several facilities over time, such as:
- Dedicated classrooms for each grade
- School library
- Computer laboratory
- School hall
- Swimming pool and tennis court
- Sports fields
There are future plans to construct an African village within the school grounds for cultural education.
Ethos and Values
The school's motto, “Per Res Gestas Felicitas” (“Happiness Through Achievement”), reflects an emphasis on both academic and personal development. Ariel Primary encourages respect, ambition, and community-mindedness. Its ethos is inspired by educational principles that combine leadership, service, and compassion.
Administration and School Life
- School hours: Monday–Thursday: 06:30–16:00, Friday: 06:30–13:00
- Term Fees: ECD B: $950, Grades 1-2: $1200, Grades 3-7: $1225 (per term, approximate and subject to change)
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