"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.
Our pupils learn from experiences as we provide various opportunities to enhance their learning journey. We strive to produce innovative problem-solvers who will positively contribute to society through our small classes, experiential learning and an extensive sporting, cultural, and outdoor educational curriculum. As a result, a solid foundation is laid, creating a lifelong learning mindset in a healthy environment.
Woodridge College & Preparatory School is an ISASA accredited, independent school, located between Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth) and Jeffreys Bay on a picturesque 365-acre estate and is home to nearly 800-day scholars and boarders from South Africa and abroad. When enrolment begins from as young as two years old, our pupils are nurtured in mind, body and spirit through holistic education to reach their full potential in life.
Woodridge College and Preparatory Schools proudly joined the Eco-Schools programme in 2004. Over the past two decades, our environmental achievements have been commendable. Despite a pause following the devastating fires of 2017, during which we had achieved international status, we re-engaged with the programme in 2024, marking our entry into the Diamond Decade.
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Dear Parents, I hope this communication finds you well. As we start coming closer to the end of the year, we are changing gears and the franticness of the term is moving into a new rhythm, with the upcoming final examinations. We are also able to reflect though on the demanding yet eventful year we have had.
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As we approach the December holidays, I wanted to share some thoughts about making the most of family time. Recently, I have been reading Jonathan Haidt's insightful new book, "The Anxious Generation," and it's sparked some thoughts that are particularly relevant as we look ahead to the holiday period.
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