Welcome to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Schools (OLPH)
Descite bonum et facere bonum — Learn good, do good.
Welcome to a community where excellence is a journey of the Mind, Body, and Soul. At OLPH, we provide more than just a classroom education; we offer a transformative experience that nurtures the whole person.
Rooted in the rich traditions of the Catholic Faith and the cultural wisdom of Unhu/Ubuntu, our school is a sanctuary of learning where every child is encouraged to discover their God-given talents. From the first curious steps in our Infants Department to the specialized academic pathways of our High School, we are committed to producing students who are not only competitively skilled but also principled, self-reliant, and compassionate leaders.
Head’s Desk
Greetings and a warm welcome to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Group of Schools [OLPH]. We are a private co-educational Catholic school widely becoming a school of choice in Chinhoyi and beyond. Proudly we are a hub of a rare blend of education for the MIND, THE BODY AND THE SOUL.. Academic excellence, sporting prowess and Social and Moral aptitude form our all-encompassing and holistic model of education.
To become the leading provider of quality Primary and Secondary Education for the development of a well rounded Zimbabwean who is productive, competitive and self-reliant with UNHU/UBUNTU AND CATHOLIC VALUES.
Our Mission
To promote and facilitate the broad equitable provision of quality, inclusive and relevant Infant and Junior education to fulfill Individual potential of learners in caring Disciplined Catholic Environment
School Culture
At Our Lady of Perpetual Help, we have guidelines on how children should carry themselves around the school and even outside the school. Below are the guidelines:
A Culture of Prayer (Spiritual Grounding): Every day begins and ends with reflection, ensuring that our students’ academic efforts are rooted in faith and a deep connection to God.
A Culture of Reflective Focus: We teach children the value of quietude. This fosters an environment of deep concentration in the classroom and inner peace during spiritual moments.
A Culture of Social Eloquence: Students are taught to acknowledge visitors and elders with respect, building the confidence and etiquette necessary for future professional and social success.
A Culture of Order and Self-Discipline: Through the practice of graceful walking, we instill self-regulation and a sense of calm, orderly movement across the campus.
A Culture of Presentational Excellence: We believe that a neat appearance reflects a disciplined mind. Our students take pride in their uniform, learning that attention to detail is a key life skill.
A Culture of Stewardship (Environmental Care): By maintaining a litter-free environment, students learn “Unhu/Ubuntu” in practice—caring for their “Common Home” and respecting shared spaces.
A Culture of Responsible Innovation (ICT Ethics): In our computer labs, technology is paired with integrity. Students learn to be responsible digital citizens who use their technical skills for the betterment of society.
A Culture of Appropriate Speech (Integrity): We emphasize the power of words, encouraging students to speak with kindness, honesty, and clarity at all time
Our Core Pillars
We are a hub of a rare blend of education for the MIND, the BODY and the SOUL.
MIND
Academic Rigor: Offering a internationally recognised curriculum – Cambridge, tailored to unlock every student’s intellectual potential.
BODY
Sporting Prowess: From athletics to swimming, we build resilience, teamwork, and physical health through competitive sports.
SOUL
Catholic Ethos: Grounded in prayer and the Gospel, we nurture principled leaders who ‘do good’ in their communities.
