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Introducing our new Deputy Heads

We are proud to introduce Mr Ndumiso Mtshali and Mr Darryn Campbell as our new Deputy Heads at Woodridge College and Preparatory School. Both bring a wealth of experience, a passion for education, and a deep commitment to nurturing every pupil’s potential. We look forward to the impact they will make as they help guide and shape our school community. Welcome to the Woodridge family.

Introducing Penny York, our new Business Manager

We're thrilled to announce that Penny York has joined Woodridge as our new Business Manager. She is an accomplished senior financial manager with more than 30 years of experience in finance and extensive involvement in all commercial areas of the school, including 12 years as Bursar at The Diocesan School for Girls (DSG) in Makhanda.

Feb 27, 2026 / By Sarah Moodley / Preparatory / Newsletters

Prep Circular - 27 February 2026

Dear parents, the past few weeks at Woodridge have been full in the very best sense of the word. From the energy and determination of the River Race, to the colour and camaraderie of our Inter House Gala, to hosting nine schools for our Girls U13 Water Polo Festival and seven independent schools for our Cricket Festival, our campus has been alive with spirit and connection. Our 90th Spitbraai was another special highlight, families gathered under the stars, staff and parents sharing conversation and laughter, celebrating both our heritage and our shared future.

Prep Circular - 6 February 2026

Dear parents, in a world that moves quickly, measures loudly, and constantly demands our attention, one of the most important questions we can pause to ask, both as adults and as a school community, is a simple one: what matters most? Recently, in a parent address, I shared an image that has remained with me. Parents and teachers together form the archer; the child is the arrow. For the arrow to fly true and far, the archer must be aligned. Alignment between home and school gives the arrow the stability it needs to travel with confidence.