the heartbeat of hockey

Woodridge College & Preparatory School has built a hockey programme that is deeply woven into the life of the school.

Before the school day begins and long after it ends, our Astro is alive with effort, discipline, and quiet determination. Here, learners discover what it means to work as a team, to recover from disappointment, and to pursue excellence with integrity.

Our hockey programme consistently performs at a high level, not because of excess, but because of commitment. Coaches give more than what is required. Players train with purpose. Families stand on the sidelines in all conditions, supporting something bigger than a scoreboard.

To continue building this standard and to ensure that every pupil has access to top-quality hockey facilities, we rely on partners who believe in what sport can teach beyond the game.

We invite leading corporates to partner with us in advertising on our premier hockey Astro and surrounding facilities.

As a hub of hockey development in the Eastern Cape, our turf hosts national tournaments, school leagues, inter-provincial matches, and community events year-round, offering unmatched exposure to affluent families, alumni, and sports enthusiasts.

Aligning your brand with ours reflects the shared values of community support, educational excellence, and youth development, strengthening your reputation in a trusted, respected environment.

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Why partner with us?

Woodridge is known for being more than just a school; we're a community with a legacy of sporting excellence. Your brand joins forces with:

A Proven Track Record: Home to provincial and national hockey champions, water polo stars, and cricket talents, drawing thousands of visitors annually.
A Targeted Audience: Current & prospective parents (high-income professionals), loyal alumni networks, and local influencers who value education, family, and outdoor pursuits.
A Prime Location: In the heart of the Eastern Cape countryside, close to both Jeffrey's Bay and Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth), our facilities enjoy stunning N2 visibility and host bustling events.

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PARTNER FOR MAXIMUM IMPACT

01

VISIBILITY

Your brand gets prime placement in and around our premier hockey facilities, seen by thousands of parents, alumni, and visitors during tournaments and matches. Positioned along the N2 corridor near Gqeberha and Jeffreys Bay, we deliver targeted exposure to high-income families who drive local business.

02

COMMUNITY

Connect with our tight-knit Eastern Cape community of parents, visiting teams, coaches, prospective parents, sports fans, and alumni. Your support will be amplified through our website, event mentions, newsletters, social media, and by positioning your brand as a champion of youth development and local pride.

03

ENGAGEMENT

Go beyond static adverts and partner with us to nurture authentic engagement. Our 20k+ social followers engage actively, turning views into conversations and leads, perfect for building lasting customer relationships.

04

SHARED VALUES

Partner with a school that embodies resilience, balance, belonging, and excellence, just like your corporate ethos. Woodridge's focus on growth mirrors top brands, creating authentic stories that resonate with audiences who value education, sport, and community over flashy gimmicks.

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scoreboard & lights

perimeter fencing

dugout

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ADVERTISING OPTIONS

R40 000 p.a.

oPTION 1:
SCOREBOARD

custom p.a.

option 2:
donation towards
astro lights

r5000 - R20 000 p.a

option 3:
perimeter fencing advertising

r35 000 p.a.

option 4:
dugout

Please note that the cost of Chromadek boarding with aluminium framing, full-colour print, and UV lamination—for the advertiser's account—includes artwork development.

roi at a glance

Depending on the investment, the return could include any of the following:

Impression Metrics & Time-based exposure: thousands of feet annually on campus for 3-5 hours per attendee at every tournament, festival, derby day, event, etc.
Primary Audience: Repeatedly targeting affluent parents and alumni who are the decision makers with disposable income.
Positive Brand Experiences: Through association with the education and youth development sector in this way, brands achieve something that conventional media cannot provide - repeated linkage between brand and positive emotion, leading to a trust-led brand experience within an aspirational environment.
Online Reach & Lead Generation: Through intentional website traffic and repeated social media exposure, your brand's visibility increases by significant margins, which delivers superior value and credibility in comparison to alternative marketing spend.

Section 18A & B-BEE Points

Woodridge is a registered non-profit organisation. All eligible donations (as an alternative to sponsorship) made within South Africa qualify for a section 18(a) certificate under the South African Income Tax Act. A donation may also count towards B-BEE points, provided the stipulated criteria are met.