Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance from both OISESA (independent) and UMALUSI (Government)

UMALUSI ACCREDITATION

Unicorn Preparatory School is proudly fully accredited by Umalusi, the Quality Council responsible for assuring the quality of education and training in South Africa.

The school was initially granted full accreditation on 15 May 2019 under accreditation number 19 SCH01 00682. Following a comprehensive evaluation process, Unicorn Preparatory was awarded continued full accreditation on 19 June 2026, reaffirming the school's commitment to maintaining the highest standards of educational quality and governance.

Accreditation Number: 19 SCH01 00682

OISESA - the Office of Independent Schools Evaluations, Southern Africa 

This evaluation forms part of our ongoing commitment to excellence and accountability as an ISASA-affiliated school. In accordance with our agreement with ISASA, member schools are required to participate in a structured, independent evaluation process. ISASA has partnered with OISESA to facilitate these evaluations, ensuring that they are rigorous, objective, and aligned with recognised best practice in independent education.

The OISESA evaluation provides an external review of key aspects of school life, including governance, leadership, teaching and learning, learner wellbeing, and operational effectiveness. It is an important opportunity for reflection, validation, and continued growth, supporting our mission to provide the highest standards of education and care for our learners.

Unicorn Preparatory will be undergoing our OISESA evaluation from 08-10 September 2026.

Key Functions of OISESA:

• Quality Assurance: Conducts rigorous evaluations of independent schools.

• Standards Alignment: Uses globally aligned standards for assessments, ensuring best practices.

• Self-Reflection: Guides schools through comprehensive self-studies, focusing on governance, leadership, teaching, and operations.

• Continuous Improvement: Promotes strategic thinking and adaptability for ongoing school enhancement. 

• In essence, OISESA acts as an independent body ensuring member schools of ISASA meet high-quality educational benchmarks through a structured evaluation process.