St Barnabas Independent School High School is located in Durban North. Established in 2000 by Valerie Illidge, St Barnabas developed from a small home school into a registered and recognised Independent School offering tuition in a small, homely environment. The school has a Christian ethos but welcomes learners from all backgrounds provided they are mindful and respectful of this ethos. Learners at St Barnabas, while not put under unnecessary pressure, as happens in some schools, meet the same academic standards of all good schools. All learners work towards meeting the requirements of the National Senior Certificate.

We comply with Umalusi Accreditation standards and currently have full accreditation. We focus on individual academic achievement and personal goals. Children function better in small groups where there is less distraction and they feel at ease asking questions and participating in a relaxed but controlled environment.

St Barnabas caters for learners who thrive in a small environment where they are able to develop to their full potential. Due to its small size we are able to accommodate learners with a wide variety of needs. However, St Barnabas is not a remedial school but we believe in inclusivity and have a wide range of learners, from high performers to those who experience some barriers to learning.