\"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, the past few weeks have been filled with emotion, celebration, and reflection as we began to bring the school journey of our Grade 12 Class of 2026 to a close. Through the Old Woodridgean Association (OWA) Induction, the Boarders’ Leavers’ Dinner, Prize Giving, and, of course, the deeply emotional Valedictory Service, we have had several opportunities to celebrate this remarkable group of young people and the contribution they have made to Woodridge.
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Dear parents, as we bring another incredible Adventure Season to a close, I find myself reflecting on what has been a remarkable few weeks at Wodridge Prep. A season filled with muddy shoes, tired legs, wet clothes, punctured tyres, determined faces, plenty of laughter, and, above all, extraordinary personal growth.
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Dear parents, as we reflect on the past few weeks at Woodridge, it is clear once again just how much takes place within our School community. From our Heritage Day celebrations, where our pupils had the opportunity to celebrate and share their individual heritage, to a busy programme of sport, musical Soirees and the Grade 9 Market Day, there has been a wonderful sense of energy and purpose around the School. Each of these occasions provides our pupils with opportunities to learn, participate, grow and, importantly, to enjoy the many facets of the Woodridge experience. We are grateful to our staff for the tremendous commitment they continue to show in creating these opportunities and to our pupils for the enthusiasm and positive spirit with which they embrace them.
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