\"The country side, the fresh air, the environment and all extra mural activities, but above all the education. I wish I had the money to send my grandchildren there. Well done Woodridge College."
Avril van der Berg
Because at Woodridge, learning is an adventure.
Woodridge is a prestigious independent school in South Africa, defined by its authenticity and extraordinary natural environment, where young people grow through balance and belonging. Set amid the freedom of nature, we provide small classes and diverse opportunities in experiential learning, alongside an extensive sporting, cultural, and outdoor education curriculum. This unique fusion of academic excellence and character building fosters a genuine sense of community, producing confident, compassionate problem-solvers who contribute positively to society with a lifelong learning mindset in a healthy environment.
Woodridge College & Preparatory School is an ISASA-accredited independent school, nestled between Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth) and Jeffreys Bay on a picturesque 365-acre estate. It is home to nearly 800 day scholars and boarders from South Africa and abroad. From as young as two years old, when enrolment begins, we endeavour to provide our pupils with an authentic experience and an extraordinary sense of balance and belonging, thereby producing confident, compassionate individuals who are as capable in life as they are in learning.
Dear parents, whether we like it or not, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models such as ChatGPT are here to stay. The pace at which these technologies are developing is remarkable. They have the potential to transform the way we work, communicate, solve problems, and learn. As a school, we are both excited and challenged by this new chapter in education. Like every significant technological advancement before it, AI presents incredible opportunities alongside important questions and responsibilities.
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Dear parents, as we approach the half-term break, it is hard to believe how quickly the past nine weeks have passed. It feels as though we were only recently welcoming pupils back to school, full of anticipation for the term ahead. Yet, in what seems like the blink of an eye, we find ourselves at the midpoint of the term, reflecting on a period that has been filled with learning, growth, achievement, challenge, and opportunity.
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Dear parents, as we reflect on the past few weeks, it is difficult to ignore the significant challenges that have once again been brought about by the unprecedented weather conditions affecting our region. Having already experienced several disruptions this term, we unfortunately found ourselves in the position of having to close the school once more as a result of the severe rainfall and flooding that continue to impact many communities. While the safety of our pupils, staff, and families remains our foremost priority, we are acutely aware of the inconvenience and disruption these closures cause to family routines, academic programmes, and daily life. We are grateful for the understanding, patience, and support shown by our community as we navigate circumstances that remain largely beyond our control.
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