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Bedford Country School is a unique, independent school situated at the foot of the Kagga Mountain range in the green heart of the Eastern Cape midlands. In this safe and nurturing setting, our children are given the freedom to come to school barefoot, to climb trees, to play in the mud and most importantly – to be children.

We believe children learn best when they are having fun, which is lived out in our school motto:

“Learning and loving it!”

Bedford Country School is a place where a sense of excitement and a love for learning can be felt emanating from the classrooms. Where every child has a sense of belonging, where we respect nature and where teachers nurture and encourage every child to reach their full potential.

We offer comprehensive academic and extra-mural programmes to small classes and strive towards developing the mind, body and spirit while preparing our children for the day that they move on to High School.

“A good education is a foundation for a better future” – Elizabeth Warren

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BCS Hockey 🏑 Well done to all our teams on a fantastic day of hockey!We loved hosting Gill — it was great to see three mini games happening at once, with our u/07 girls proudly playing their very first mini hockey match. A special moment!Our u/08's, two u/09 teams, and u/10's showcased excellent skills, teamwork, and determination throughout their games.A big shoutout to our senior team for taking on Gill’s u/13 side. It was a very evenly matched contest, with our team narrowly losing but showing incredible fight and resilience right to the final whistle.Great spirit all around from both schools — we’re proud of every player! 🏑👏#BCSsport#learningandlovingit#MaaströmField ... See MoreSee Less
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BCS Mini-Rugby 🏉Well done to our mini-rugby players who took part in a tag-rugby match against Graeme. The boys played with great spirit, braving the cold and enjoying some exciting matches.It was wonderful to see some familiar faces on the sidelines — Coach Justin, Teacher Robynne, and a few of our past learners.Hlobanisa, now in Grade 9 at Graeme College, is a true example of our BCS legacy, and we are incredibly proud of the young man he is becoming.#BCSSPORT#bcslegacy ... See MoreSee Less
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HOCKEY NEWSWell done to our Mixed Senior and Mixed u/11 hockey teams on their first astro matches of the season!We had a fantastic day taking on the Graeme boys. The Seniors played a nail-biting game, managing to edge ahead with a last-minute goal in the second half to secure the win.The u/11 teams were evenly matched, showcasing great attacking and defensive play from both sides, and finishing with a well-deserved draw. 👏🏑As always - as depicted in the last photo - good sportsmanship will always win the day! #BCSSPORT(s)#playingsportandlovingit ... See MoreSee Less
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📚✨ World Book Day at BCS! ✨📚Our school came alive as learners and staff dressed up as their favourite book characters, celebrating the magic found between the pages of beloved stories. What a wonderful reminder of how books can inspire, teach, and transport us to new worlds!A big thank you to everyone who participated and put in such fantastic effort to make the day truly special. 💫One of the highlights was seeing our Grade 6 learners spend time with the Pre-Primary classes, sharing stories and sparking a love for reading in the youngest members of our school community. 📖 ♥︎What a memorable day celebrating the joy of reading on World Book Day! ... See MoreSee Less
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