The primary objectives of Settlers Agricultural High School are to provide a balanced education of a high standard, and to develop young adults who will contribute to society in a positive, constructive way, always mindful of the feelings and needs of others, and always honest and courteous in their relationships.

The primary objectives of Settlers Agricultural High School are to provide a balanced education of a high standard, and to develop young adults who will contribute to society in a positive, constructive way, always mindful of the feelings and needs of others, and always honest and courteous in their relationships.

Any visitor to this school soon finds that these are not mere words. The actions and conduct of staff and learners alike speak of dedication to the achievement of these goals, and the natural courtesy of the well-mannered yet lively learners is like a welcome breath of fresh air.

The school actively pursues a balance of education within a warm family environment. Emphasis is placed on:

• Academic achievement. For the past five years the school maintained a pass rate of 100% or very close to 100%.
• Christian and family values
• Gender equality
• The development of leadership
• Teamwork
• Sportsmanship
• Environmental awareness and conservation
• Courtesy and respect
• Tolerance
• Awareness of the needs of others

Settlers is a conventional, co-educational, academic high school, which leans towards the sciences and offers agriculture as a compulsory field of study. Bearing in mind that today