Makumbe Hilltop College Opens 2027 Form One Intake, Blending Heritage, Discipline and Academic Excellence

By Desire Tshuma

Domboshava – Makumbe Hilltop College has opened registration for its 2027 Form One intake, inviting prospective learners and parents to take the first step towards what the institution describes as a bright future built on academic excellence, discipline, hard work, integrity and success.

Established in 2024, the college, whose motto is “Vincere Caritate” and philosophy is captured in the phrase “With love we conquer,” is positioning itself as an institution committed to shaping future leaders through quality education, strong discipline and a supportive learning environment. The school is founded and directed by Bernard Fungai Mutizwa, who works together with Mrs Mutizwa, the Co-director of Makumbe Hilltop College, in steering the institution and advancing its educational vision.

A distinctive feature of the college is its offering of the Heritage-Based Curriculum, an approach that seeks to give learners a strong grounding in Zimbabwean heritage, culture, values and identity while equipping them with knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the modern world. The Heritage-Based Curriculum complements the institution’s broader focus on producing well-rounded learners who can excel academically while developing discipline, responsibility, confidence and leadership qualities.

The 2027 Form One intake is now open, with the college inviting parents and guardians seeking a quality secondary education for their children to register early. According to the school’s registration notice, applicants are required to provide mid-year results and a birth certificate as part of the admission process.

The college says it offers excellent academic performance, a disciplined and supportive environment, small classes designed to provide individual attention, as well as dedicated and experienced teachers. The institution also provides boarding facilities, making it an option for learners who require accommodation while pursuing their secondary education.

Affordability is another area highlighted by the college, which describes its offering as affordable quality education, giving parents an opportunity to invest in their children’s education in an environment that combines academic development with character formation. Transport is also catered for, with the college showcasing a 65-seater bus and a school van, strengthening its ability to support learners who require school transport.

As a proudly Catholic institution, Makumbe Hilltop College places emphasis on values that include discipline, hard work and integrity, with its stated mission centred on “Shaping Leaders of Tomorrow.” The college’s educational philosophy extends beyond examination results, with the institution seeking to develop learners who can become responsible and productive members of society.

For the 2027 intake, the opening of Form One registration provides an opportunity for parents to secure places for their children at a growing institution that combines the Heritage-Based Curriculum, academic development, discipline and leadership preparation. Under the leadership of Bernard Fungai Mutizwa and Mrs Mutizwa, Makumbe Hilltop College is seeking to build an educational environment where learners receive individual attention, develop their talents and remain connected to their heritage while preparing for the demands of the future.

Parents and guardians seeking more information about the 2027 Form One intake can contact the college on 0784821230, 0772315282 or 0772853777.

With its message of “With love we conquer,” Makumbe Hilltop College is calling on prospective Form One learners to take what it describes as the first step towards a bright future.