At Maltech-Africa Business Consultancy, we take the stress out of registering an independent school in South Africa. From compliance paperwork to Umalusi accreditation, we handle everything for you — ensuring your school is legally recognized, fully accredited, and ready to welcome learners.

• Full Service Facilitation: We manage every step — applications, documentation, inspections, and accreditation.
• Expert Compliance Guidance: Our specialists ensure your school meets all requirements under the South African Schools Act (No. 84 of 1996).
• Time & Cost Efficiency: Avoid delays and resubmission penalties by letting us handle the process correctly the first time.
• Cross-Border Expertise: With operations in Zimbabwe and South Africa, we understand regional compliance and diaspora investment needs.
The registration and accreditation process usually ranges between R38,000 and R70,000, depending on school size and phases offered. Maltech-Africa ensures transparent budgeting and smooth facilitation.
Fee Types Handled:
• Letter of Intent — R2,500 ✔
• Quality Promotion Meeting — R5,000 ✔
• Self-Evaluation Report —R10,000 ✔
• Site Visit —R15,000 ✔
• Annual Accreditation — R10,000 – R20,000 ✔
• Resubmission — R5,000 ✔
To deliver a turnkey solution, we charge a facilitation fee that covers project management, compliance audits, liaison with authorities, and client support:
🔹 Getting started: Your first payment of R3,400 covers the initial consulting and assessment.
This first step is important before facilitation begins because it lets us review your school's specific circumstances, identify the correct registration path and phases offered, and prepare an accurate quotation and compliance roadmap tailored to you. It ensures your school's unique requirements are captured upfront — so the facilitation process runs smoothly, without costly delays or surprises.
• Basic Facilitation Package: R33,000 – For single-phase schools (e.g., primary only).
• Standard Facilitation Package: R65,000 – For multi-phase schools (primary + secondary).
• Premium Facilitation Package: R120,000 – Full service including infrastructure compliance audits, governance setup, and ongoing advisory.
Note: Fees are exclusive of official Umalusi and provincial charges. We provide a consolidated quotation upfront so you know the total investment required.
• Hidden Costs: We anticipate infrastructure upgrades and advise upfront.
• Long Timeframes: Accreditation can take 12–24 months; we streamline the process.
• Provincial Variations: Fees differ by province — we navigate these differences for you.
• Resubmission Risks: Incorrect documentation can be costly; we ensure accuracy.
• We prepare all documentation and submissions.
• We liaise directly with Umalusi and the Provincial Department of Education.
• We provide compliance audits and readiness checks before inspections.
• We deliver a turnkey solution — from concept to accreditation.
Partner with Maltech-Africa today to register your independent school with confidence.
We handle the complexity, so you can focus on building a future for learners.
How long does independent school registration take?
Accreditation typically takes 12–24 months depending on your school's size and the phases offered. We streamline the process and manage inspections, documentation and submissions for you.
What does the R3,400 consulting & assessment fee cover?
It covers our initial review of your school's specific circumstances, identifying the correct registration path and phases, and preparing an accurate quotation and compliance roadmap before facilitation begins.
Are Umalusi and provincial charges included in your fees?
No. Our fees are exclusive of official Umalusi and provincial charges, but we provide a consolidated quotation upfront so you know your total investment.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes. We offer flexible Promise to Pay payment plans, so you can begin with the R3,400 consulting & assessment step and pay over time.
What laws must my independent school comply with?
Your school must meet the requirements under the South African Schools Act (No. 84 of 1996) and Umalusi accreditation standards. We guide you through all compliance requirements.
Ready to register your independent school? Tell us a little about your school and we'll guide you through the R3,400 consulting & assessment step and beyond.