Bishopslea Preparatory School

Bishopslea Preparatory School Bishopslea Preparatory School is one of Zimbabwe's top schools. Its formative years were these - the 1930’s - and World War Two, which followed shortly after.

HISTORY OF BISHOPSLEA
The Bishopslea of today is the result of vision, determination and the belief that if something is meant to happen, it will happen – and the details will take care of themselves. Such was the attitude of Rt Rev Edward Paget, one of the great founding visionaries of education in Zimbabwe. Described as an “under-funded gamble,” Bishop’s Lea, St Mary’s Diocesan Preparatory Schoo

l, first opened in 1932 as a school for Grades 1 and 2. The School began in the grounds of the Anglican Cathedral, near where Africa Unity Square is today, as the Great Depression raged. Quality education was the goal and vision of Bishopslea from the very start. Despite the hard times in the 1930’s, parents wanted the new school and were prepared to back it. Bishopslea’s first house, called “Bishop’s Lea”, was ghastly and had been condemned by the wife of Bishop William Gaul, so new premises were bought at 67 Baines Avenue, on borrowed money. In 1937 there were still only two Grades. By 1939 this had expanded to five, under the firm guiding hand of Sister Dorothy Jane of Grahamstown’s Community of the Resurrection, whom Bishop Paget had sought out. These Sisters - and those of the Order of the Holy Paraclete - would leave the School with “traditions and a spirit which separates to this day Bishopslea from many other similar schools”, to quote Gareth Willard, Bishopslea’s official biographer.

☀️📖 Sometimes all you need is a little sunshine and a great story. Outdoor reading is just one of the many ways our pupi...
21/08/2026

☀️📖 Sometimes all you need is a little sunshine and a great story.

Outdoor reading is just one of the many ways our pupils develop a lifelong love of books. 🌿📚✨

✨ A little throwback to the final week of term! ✨😊 The last few days were filled with smiles, 🎉 celebration and plenty o...
17/08/2026

✨ A little throwback to the final week of term! ✨

😊 The last few days were filled with smiles, 🎉 celebration and plenty of memorable moments. From 🎨 creative classroom activities and 🍦 well-earned treats to 🏃‍♀️ exciting Interhouse events, there was something for everyone to enjoy as we wrapped up another wonderful term. 💙

📸 Here’s one last look back before we turn the page to the term ahead. 🌟📚💙

14/08/2026

🧩 Who says learning can't be a game? 🎲

Our Grade 6 pupils enjoyed a morning of educational games 🧠🎯 that challenged their thinking, encouraged teamwork 🤝 and reminded us that learning is at its best when it's engaging. 💙✨📚

10/08/2026

✨ What a term it’s been! ✨

📚 From classrooms and 🏃‍♀️ sports fields to 🎭 stages, 🏐 courts and everything in between, this term has been filled with moments of learning, growth and achievement. 🌟

🌸 As we head into the August break, here’s a look back at just some of the memories that made this term so special. 💙

☀️ Wishing everyone a well-deserved break from all of us at Bishopslea! 💙✨

🏑🏐 Inter-house Hockey and Netball is always a highlight of the term, and this year was no exception! 🎉💙💛❤️💚💜Whether comp...
07/08/2026

🏑🏐 Inter-house Hockey and Netball is always a highlight of the term, and this year was no exception! 🎉💙💛❤️💚💜

Whether competing for House points 🏅, cheering from the sidelines 📣, or enjoying the always-entertaining Parents & Coaches vs First Team matches 👏, every moment reflected the spirit ✨, teamwork 🤝, and camaraderie 💫 that make days like these so special.

👉 Swipe through to relive the action 📸—and don't forget to check out the final results! 🏆🏑🏐

👏 Another leadership milestone to celebrate!We're proud to recognise another of our pupils as she takes on a leadership ...
06/08/2026

👏 Another leadership milestone to celebrate!

We're proud to recognise another of our pupils as she takes on a leadership role this year.

Congratulations, Nashe, on this well-earned achievement, and we wish you every success as you embrace the opportunities and responsibilities ahead. 💙

🌊 One post simply wasn't enough! 💙🌊 There were too many wonderful moments from Ocean Commotion 🐠🐙🐚 to fit into just one ...
05/08/2026

🌊 One post simply wasn't enough! 💙

🌊 There were too many wonderful moments from Ocean Commotion 🐠🐙🐚 to fit into just one post! ✨

Here's another look at our Grade 3, 4 and 5 pupils 🌟 as they brought the story to life through weeks of preparation 📚, teamwork 🤝 and dedication 💙.

Congratulations 👏 to everyone involved in making this production such a memorable success! 🎭✨🌊

🌊🎭 The curtain rose... and the ocean came to life. 🐠✨🌊 From opening scene to final bow, our Grade 3, 4 and 5 pupils brou...
04/08/2026

🌊🎭 The curtain rose... and the ocean came to life. 🐠✨

🌊 From opening scene to final bow, our Grade 3, 4 and 5 pupils brought Ocean Commotion 🐙🐚 to the stage with confidence 💙, creativity 🎨 and plenty of enthusiasm ⭐.

Swipe through to see the story come to life. 🎭🐳

🦒🌿 A classroom with a slightly better view. Our Grade 6 learners visited Lion Park, where they learned about wildlife co...
03/08/2026

🦒🌿 A classroom with a slightly better view. Our Grade 6 learners visited Lion Park, where they learned about wildlife conservation 🐾 at the Aware Centre before enjoying a guided tour through the park 🚐🦁.

Sometimes the best lessons happen beyond the classroom walls. 💚

🏑🏐 Interhouse Hockey & Netball is almost here! 🎉Join us for two action-packed days of teamwork 🤝, determination 💪 and ho...
02/08/2026

🏑🏐 Interhouse Hockey & Netball is almost here! 🎉

Join us for two action-packed days of teamwork 🤝, determination 💪 and house spirit ❤️💛💚💜 as our pupils take to the fields. Cheer on your house 📣, celebrate great sportsmanship 🌟 and enjoy the excitement of every match. We can't wait to see you there! 💙🙌

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