16 The North Coast Courier, February 14, 2020 FUTURE LEADERS FUTURE LEADERS Every child is a future leader. We chose one child from each school who are already leading the way.

Darnall Primary Reddam House: Rhino. “I want to educate the rhino poachers, to KZN. School: Trinity Riley Mordant and try to stop them before it’s too late.” As part of the initiative, she encouraged Ellis Almost all Reddam Megan’s passion for animals is evident as the high school students to donate Trinity takes part in House Ballito she is also a helper to Mrs Gillitt, the Head of clothes. She arranged a fun day where the all sports, excelling students are soccer Housekeeping, in caring for the school’s feral entrance ‘price’ was a bag of clothes. in cross-country fanatics! We even cats. Megan wants to be a vet. For each bag collected, two meals and athletics. She have an entire day could be made to ensure needy children Drakensberg Boys plays hockey, dedicated to inter- received a meal. Choir School: netball and cricket house soccer. Many This initiative showed Sarushka’s passion Connor McLennan for the school. hearts were fi lled for helping the wider community. Connor, who is in Trinity has also with pride when our own Riley Mordaunt, In addition to her involvement with Grade 8, raised done well in our in Grade 3, qualifi ed for the KZN U10 community outreach projects, Sarushka R6 000 with two bi-annual Speech London Cup 2020 soccer team! Riley is a was a member of the South African team family members and Drama polite student, a kind friend and a sporting- that competed in the International Moot towards the Festival where she inspiration to us all. We will be cheering him Court Competition that took place in Childhood Cancer received two A+’s on from afar when he fl ies off to London in Poland this January. for her mime and July. Foundation of South individual poem. Africa (CHOC). Ashton College: Trinity has done exceptionally well in her Clifton: Skye “I swam the Midmar Mile for this cause Saxon Osborne ballet, where she received a 20 percent Meaker because both my grandmothers passed Saxon went through scholarship to go to New York at the Grade 12 pupil Skye away from cancer. I also support this a diffi cult time at the American Academy of Ballet Performance started speaking charity as people deserve a better chance age of 14 when her Awards. She is currently at level seven in public at the at life. mom was diagnosed for the American Academy as well as the age of 12, fi rst “I would encourage people to support with cancer. As a Intermediate level for the Royal Academy. to an auditorium CHOC – whether it is just spreading the teen she was faced She received a distinction in Grade 5 at of professional word, or raising funds for them, as it’s a with the knowledge the Royal Academy. Trinity attends Rhalda photographers and great cause. If we work together, we can of knowing she was Bowring’s “My Dance Studio” at Reddam. editors/journalists at stop cancer.” going to lose the anchor in her life. She was also invited to attend the Ballito UCT and then to Umhlali Primary School She however continued performing academically, choosing the Cambridge Pro for a two-night performance for “Save pupils. Skye shares his photographs and Wartburg Kirchdorf Curriculum. the Ocean”. stories to highlight the beauty of nature, School: Langalihle She wrote the IGCSE examinations during large and small, and why we have to Zondi the last three months when her mother was protect it. Langalihle is in very ill. Sadly, she said farewell to her mom He won The Young Wildlife matric and has on New Year’s Day in 2019. Photographer of the Year 2018 award, shown potential Saxon received a scholarship to be catapulting him into the international arena as a go-getter and involved in a holiday programme at of photography and nature conservation. someone striving to Cambridge University in July 2019 and This saw Skye invited to speak at the make a diff erence. spent two weeks living at a college on the World Economic Forum 2019 alongside Aff ectionately known Cambridge University Campus. the legendary Jane Goodall. as Sticks, he is well She was tutored in Advanced Maths and While at WEF Skye was told about his liked by his peers, mentored by Cambridge undergraduate and friend’s relapse with Leukemia and learnt teachers and coaches. He believes that his post graduate students. what his friend was going through decided life is a journey, one where he constantly She was a member of the Debutantes and to try and help. With requests for Skye tries to reach his goals, understanding that Squires Programme and was the winning to speak to large corporates, he decided even through loss, wisdom is gained. debutante in 2019. Saxon mentored younger to donate his speaking fees to the South He went on to speak about the law of students with kindness and patience and is African Bone Marrow Registry. attraction. the 2020 Deputy Head Girl. Umhlali Prep: “The law of attraction is if you have a specifi c Megan du Plessis desire, and focus joyfully on that desire, it will Destiny Life Megan has shown be fulfi lled. You attract what you believe in, Academy: Keenan exceptional kindness and if you believe really hard in something Tocher and thoughtfulness it will happen, or something will happen Keenan Tocher is Poppy Seeds Montessori Preschool: through her that will take you one step closer to your a grade 11 student The school hosts an annual charity drive in participation in destination. Although it’s really just having attending Destiny celebration of Maria Montessori (Founder various school and faith in the Lord.” Life Academy. of the Montessori educational method and external clubs. She Keenan made philosophy) whose birthday is on August has been a member Eden College: the U16 KZN shore 31. of the Ballito Scouts Sarushka Naidoo angling team for Last year parents donated R14 000 for two years, and is now a Traveller Level Sarushka was a 2019 and 2020. His worth of prizes. We raised R19 000 for Patrol Leader to seven scouts. grade 11 student team travelled to Jeff erey’s Bay to fi sh the the SAPS K9 Unit for the upgrade of the At school Megan is a long-standing in 2019. She got week-long junior tournament in January kennels. member of the Eco Club and the Early Act involved with an 2020. KZN fi nished seventh and Keenan The photo includes some children from Team (Umhlali Prep’s social responsibility initiative called placed 16th out of over 50 anglers. Poppy Seeds, our staff , reps of the Ballito club) since Grade 4. Early Act’s purpose Clothes to Food. Keenan plans to make the U21 side Neighbourhood Watch and Clinton Odayar is to help the community. She says, “it is This non-profi t this year and hopes to achieve his Protea from the SAPS K9 Unit. important to me to help people who are in initiative collects Colours in the future. Keenan is not just In the past, we have donated to the need, we need to be kind to one another!”. second hand clothes, cleans, repairs and skilled at catching fi sh, he fi nished in the then sells them. SPCA and The North Coast Courier Her real passion is animals. The Umhlali top three for grade 10 last year. This polite, The money generated is used to feed the Orphan Fund. Prep Eco Club works closely with Project talented young man is going places as he needy. Sarushka decided to introduce this casts out his rod into the future.

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OPEN DAY! No. 1 school in SA 2019 NSC 20 FEB | 17:00 031 205 3357/58 ENROL NOW! 84 DAN PIENAAR 16 A aggregates – 47% of the class 2019 ROAD, GLENWOOD 10 B aggregates – 29% of the class NCS 3.97 A’s per candidate RESULTS FUTURE LEADERS The North Coast Courier, February 14, 2020 17 FUTURE LEADERS Shaping confi dent and empowered global citizens

Reddam House Ballito opened in January 2019 as part of the Inspired family - a global co-educational, premium schools group operating in fi ve continents and educating over 45 000 students in more than 64 schools. Through its holistic and progressive educational philosophy each child’s unique talents, abilities and personalities are nurtured. As part of Inspired, Reddam House Ballito provides access to international best practices and world-class educational experts, enabling us to shape students into confi dent and empowered global citizens. Reddam House Ballito encourages students to reach their full potential in all spheres: academic, sporting, and cultural. To experience the inspiring Reddam House campus culture and to tour our facilities, be sure to join us for our upcoming Open Day, on Saturday, March 14, 2020 from 9am to 11am. Catherine Raw and her staff look Reddam House Ballito - a brand new premises and plenty of room for growth! forward to meeting you! 18 The North Coast Courier, February 14, 2020 FUTURE LEADERS FUTURE LEADERS 142 years of academic excellence We are exceptionally proud of the for their well-earned results. the Class of 2019. We acknowledge the roles of the school and indeed leaving it a better Girls’ College Class of 2019. Emma Sharratt achieved fi rst place with they have played in upholding the name place for those who follow. We are celebrating our IEB Top Achievers seven distinctions, an average of 92 percent and all our girls who achieved their ‘personal and made the IEB Outstanding Achiever bests’ during their fi nal examinations. Our 73 category. A remarkable young lady and Matric College girls have done themselves, a strong leader, she was also Head Girl, their families and DGC proud, and we Dux of DGC and played fi rst team hockey. applaud them on this wonderful set of Matric Emma has been accepted at Stellenbosch results. With a class average of 77.2 percent, University to study Mechatronic Engineering. the Class of 2019 collectively achieved 255 Kereena Bhana and Caitlin Honeywell both distinctions with an average of 3.5 subject achieved second place with an average of distinctions per candidate. 91 percent each. Kereena also made the We would like to thank our teachers for IEB Outstanding Achiever category with their hard work and dedication; it is through eight distinctions. She has been accepted to their subject leadership and expertise that study Medicine at UCT. Caitlin made the IEB our girls receive an enriching educational Commendable Achiever category with seven experience in the classroom. distinctions and has been accepted to study The IEB is an excellent foundation and a BA Degree at the University of Cape Town. aligns with DGC’s vision to provide a globally Rachel Wedderburn-Maxwell follows relevant, balanced education and to develop with an average of 89 percent, with seven signifi cant women, in all spheres of society. distinctions and was placed in the IEB Our aim at Durban Girls’ College is to Commendable Achiever category. Rachel contribute positively to education in South is an accomplished pianist and violinist and Africa through producing young women of she was an invited to play as a soloist with substance who fi nd their niche and who the KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic Orchestra. champion social responsibility, social justice, She has applied to study Medicine at the equality and environmental challenges; University of Cape Town as well as the thereby enriching our community. The University of KwaZulu-Natal. educational experience that our girls receive Both Emma and Kereena were placed equips them with necessary skills to be in the IEB Outstanding Achievers category adaptable, and face the realities – and nationally. They are among 17 pupils from 11 uncertainties – of a world that is changing, schools in KwaZulu-Natal who achieved with rapidly. We believe that it is important to the top fi ve percent of learners in six or more share both their academic achievements, as subjects. Caitlin and Rachel were placed well as their musical and sporting talents. In in the IEB Commendable Achievement so doing, we present a more accurate view category nationally. They are among 10 of our girls’ commitment to their education pupils from seven schools in KwaZulu-Natal and opportunities off ered to them which who achieved within the top fi ve percent of develops their sense of purpose. learners in fi ve or more subjects. Our top four achievers deserve recognition Our best wishes for a bright future go to Kereena Bhana, Emma Sharratt, Rachel Wedderburn-Maxwell and Caitlin Honeywell FUTURE LEADERS The North Coast Courier, February 14, 2020 19 FUTURE LEADERS Young men of character Clifton, the independent boys’ school in opportunities from which they can choose Durban, is situated in the beautiful suburb of and grow. At the same time, we are Morningside. conscious of our motto, “prodesse quam At Clifton, they pride themselves conspici” - to accomplish, rather than to be on off ering a world-class, holistic and conspicuous. As such, the school’s pupils progressive education for boys from Grade remain humble and well mannered. R through to Grade 12, catering specifi cally Executive headmaster David to the development of boys into responsible, Knowles invites you to visit confi dent and competent young men. them at the campus in A boys’ school by conviction, Clifton Morningside, where you provides an educational environment that will be warmly received. is designed to facilitate learning and assist “I hope too that you in developing young men of character. The will experience the boys grow to share an uncompromising sense of enjoyment belief in the power of family values, thrive on that our boys and staff competition, delight in discovery, exercise feel from being part of compassion and are courageous in their this wonderful school,” choices. said Knowles. The school walks this journey of progress and development with their young men Executive headmaster and there are numerous activities and David Knowles. A boys’ school by conviction, Clifton is designed to develop young men of character.

Wartburg Kirchdorf School has a beautiful campus in the KZN Midlands Raising a generation to lead SA into an exceptional future Wartburg Kirchdorf School (WKS) makes it seriously. their mission to raise young people who are More than ever before WKS understands going to make a diff erence and lead South the importance of family and community Africa into an exceptional future. and the invaluable support they provide to Every pupil at Wartburg Kirchdorf School the pupils. It is the ongoing encouragement has an ideal opportunity to develop an and dedication of the WKS family that is awareness of other cultures, the environment fundamental in paving the way to its success and to cultivate a strong work ethic in a and ultimately that of all its pupils. disciplined, safe and secure environment. If you are looking for an exceptional This is what sets the school apart, not school, then do not hesitate to contact forgetting of course, that it is situated in Wartburg Kirchdorf School. one of the most beautiful regions of the KZN Midlands. The school has a proud heritage of academic excellence that places it as one of the top schools in KZN, an exceptional feat with a total of over 450 pupils enrolled. Wartburg Kirchdorf Schools’ sporting facilities provide a dynamic and healthy extension to the learners’ education, assisting them to recognise the importance of persistence and determination when it comes to taking their learning career 20 The North Coast Courier, February 14, 2020 FUTURE LEADERS FUTURE LEADERS The best of both worlds The fi nal results in the 2019 examinations The cherry on top was Dianabel Lopez written by the students were released on being placed fi rst in South Africa for Spanish January 16. with 96 percent and Prishanti Govender fi rst Congratulations to all the students who in South Africa for Accounting with 97 percent. wrote the Cambridge external examinations Eight students received their Academic in October and November 2019. The Grade Half Colours for an average between 70-79 6 students wrote the Cambridge Primary percent and nine were awarded Academic Checkpoint Examinations in Mathematics, Full Colours for an average of 80 percent and English and Science and recorded the best above. results to date, boasting 128 distinctions. Also recognised for taking top honours in The IGCSE students also delivered the their external AS level examinations were best results to date. Another 100 percent Luke Davis for distinctions in Chemistry, pass by both the Junior College 2019 Grade Physics and Mathematics and Zara Deere for 6 students and the Senior College IGCSE Biology. (2019 Form 3) students. The students were These results give Ashton International Cambridge Primary Checkpoint top students who received maximum marks. recognised for their achievements during College a perfect score for 100 percent BACK (L-R): Teagan Schmidt, Shivay Ramnarain, Tahir Nurbadh. FRONT: Sarisha Naidoo, the Cambridge Honours morning held on pass rate in the IEB Matric Examinations, Keosha Naicker and Yashin Arjoon. Wednesday, February 5 when every JC 100 percent pass rate for the Cambridge student was awarded their statement of external Cambridge Primary Checkpoint results with students also being recognised Examinations, the IGSCE Examinations for achieving one, two or three distinctions, as well as the AS Level examinations.”We with six students being awarded special are truly proud of the achievements of our certifi cates for achieving a perfect score of students and this once again is testament six in every subject, the highest rating by to the dedication and commitment by our Cambridge. qualifi ed specialised staff , as well as the hard In the SC Christopher Hill clinched the work and dedication of the students,” said Mr Prishanti Govender top honours with seven distinctions - every Joe Erasmus, managing director of Ashton (2nd overall); subject above 90 percent and an average of Colleges. Christopher Hill (1st 93,33 percent. Prishanti Govender placed Ashton is the only registered Cambridge overall) and Dianabel second with 90,66 percent (six distinctions) Centre on the North Coast which has Lopez (3rd overall) in and Dianabel Lopez was third with 90,33 Cambridge qualifi ed staff . the Cambridge IGSCE percent (six distinctions). Examinations. Moulding students to bring out their true potential , founded in 1960, facilities, Alexandra High is one of the is a co-ed non-racial school in the heart of top performing ex-Model C schools in the and Lwandile Pietermaritzburg. province. Myeza at the Eskom With excellent academic and sporting Highly qualifi ed and dedicated teaching KZN Regional staff invest signifi cant Science Expo held time and eff ort in in Durban in August moulding students 2019. to bring out their true Andile Vilakazi, a potential. We also do talented basketball our best to give our player, won a sports students the fl exibility scholarship to study to choose subjects at the University of across a wide Barcelona. spectrum and we Asanda Dladla off er everything from was selected for the Drama and Visual KZN Netball team in Art to Information 2018 and continues Technology and to represent the EGD. school at provincial Extensive grounds level. She will and sports facilities travel to Australia off er a wide-ranging later this year for sports programme for an international both boys and girls. tournament. Recent stand- Finally, our shining out achievements star, Kwanele at Alexandra High Mchunu, has been School include playing SA netball multiple awards by since 2018. Yongama Tenza Kwanele Mchunu and Nkosinami Seroke Asanda Dladla. FUTURE LEADERS The North Coast Courier, February 14, 2020 21 22 The North Coast Courier, February 14, 2020 FUTURE LEADERS FUTURE LEADERS LEARN MORE ABOUT A decade worth celebrating THESE SCHOOLS ONLINE www.northcoastcourier.co.za/ education-feb/

Destiny Life Academy celebrating their 10th year. Having been set in motion by our Heavenly Father through the vision imparted to our founders, Peter and Ilana Markgraaff , our fi rst 10 years has been nothing short of a pioneering adventure. Ten years later, Destiny Life Academy’s focus remains on embracing the “treasures” that God calls to the DLA family. We do so in a manner that recognises them for who God says that they are and by providing a loving, nurturing environment that encourages their innate gifts to fl ourish. “Destined for Greatness” is not just what we say to encourage our students, it is something we fi rmly believe about every child whom we are honoured to welcome into the DLA family. With this in mind, I can only look back on our fi rst decade with a heart of deep gratitude to thank God for all He has done in the lives of our students under the supervision of an incredible team of teachers. We celebrate a decade of: investing into this generation of young South Africans who chose to make DLA their home; a 100 percent pass rate on the NSC Exam since our fi rst matric class wrote in 2015; the successful completion of tertiary education pursuits within and outside the borders of our beautiful South Africa; and a continuum of successful attempts at national and international pursuits by the young people in the DLA family on both the academic and recreational front. We are excited to advance into our next decade. FUTURE LEADERS The North Coast Courier, February 14, 2020 23 We love to learn! A rich and unique history surrounds Darnall Primary School. The school originated from humble beginnings in 1916 and has grown into the good educational establishment it is today. The school caters for pupils from Grade R to Grade 7. We celebrated our centenary in 2016 with many past pupils, staff and parents returning for the festivities. If buildings could talk there is no doubt that the walls of Darnall Primary would tell tales of the trials, tribulations and successes of the generations of girls and boys who have passed through the school. At Darnall Primary, children work together to live, laugh and learn. Our pupils experience a holistic approach to education where the school strives to encourage sound moral values. A team of dedicated teachers is committed to recognising and developing the unique potential of each child and to cultivate those virtues and skills that lead towards happy and rewarding lives. Academics are our number one priority. The school has an outstanding record of academic achievement with many of our pupils annually receiving scholarships and bursaries to attend leading high schools. Our facilities include air-conditioned classrooms each with white boards and e-beam, beautiful gardens, new sports fi elds, a well-stocked library and a computer centre with an interactive Smartboard. A variety of sports and cultural activities allow every pupil to develop self-confi dence and self-discipline. All round participation is encouraged and every child is given the opportunity to be actively involved in all aspects of school life. At Darnall Primary, we encourage integrity, honesty, personal responsibility, manners and respect for others. #livelaughlove2learn Which School? NAME OF SCHOOL Independent / LOCATION CONTACT PHONE E-MAIL Med Co-Ed/ Boys/ 2020 Board & Tuition 2020 Tuition only (Annual) Public Girls (Annual) Ashton International College Independent Ballito SC - Sharman Heine 032-946 2096 [email protected] Eng Co-Ed - Gr 0000 : R39,120 JC - Andrea v d Linde [email protected] Gr 12: R108,900 Independent Morningside, Durban Carol De Matteis 031-312 2147 [email protected] Eng Boys - Varies per Grade Darnall Primary School Public Darnall Mrs Sue Stone 032-486 1352 [email protected] Eng Co-Ed - R24,300 (Secretary) 061-960 6012 Destiny Life Academy Independent No. 5 Burnedale Place, Umhlali Mrs C.E. Moodley (Principal) 072-072 9765 [email protected] Eng Co-Ed - Once off Registration Gr 8-12: R3,000 Mrs K. Bala (Admin) Gr 8 & 9: R3,780 per month x 12 Gr 10 & 11: R4,030 per month x 12 Gr 12: R4,180 per month x 12 Dolphin Coast Pre -Primary School Independent Ballito Lindy / Tracey 032-946 2979 [email protected] Eng Co-Ed - Gr 0000 - 00: R29,150 Gr R: R31,900 Drakensberg Boys’ Choir School Independent Central Drakensberg [email protected] 036-468 1012 [email protected] Eng Boys Gr 4: R140,250 Gr 5: R158,100 Gr 6-9: R175,400 Durban Girls' College Independent Berea, Durban Marketing Manager 031-268 7200 [email protected] Eng Girls R219,500 R120,900 Eden College Independent Glenmore K Morrison (Principal) 031-205 3357 [email protected] Eng Co-Ed - Gr 000-00: R53,306 / Gr 0: R61,501 Fiona Allan (Admissions) Gr 1-3: R91,564 / Gr 4-7: R112,222 Gr 8: R126,016 / Gr 9: R129,830 Gr 10-11: R131,340 / Gr 12: R135,990 Hillbilly Pre-Primary School Semi-Private Maidstone Village Hayley 032-944 2313 [email protected] Eng Co-Ed - Gr 000/00: R18,000 Gr R: R20,500 Our Lady of Fatima Dominican Independent Durban North Meagan Ward 031-563 5390 [email protected] Eng Girls - Please contact school Convent School Pietermaritzburg Girls' High School Public Pietermaritzburg, KZN Nicole Bezuidenhout 033-386 9271 [email protected] Eng Girls R53,030 R35,550 Poppy Seeds Montessori Preschool Independent Ballito Poppy Poretti 081-867 7195 [email protected] Eng Co-Ed - ± R36,000 Reddam House Ballito Independent Ballito Jenny Dixon / 031-140 8808 [email protected] Eng Co-Ed - From R40,200 pa to R115,400 pa Catherine Raw St Mary's DSG, Kloof Independent Kloof Michelle Di Marco 031-764 9800 [email protected] Eng Co-Ed R229,290 R128,115

Trinityhouse Palm Lakes Independent Palm Lakes Estate, Tinley Manor Minette Van Der Walt 032-947 2030 [email protected] Eng Co-Ed - Please contact school

Umhlali Preparatory School Public Umhlali Paula Mowatt 032-947 1065 [email protected] Eng Co-Ed - R27,780

Wartburg Kirchdorf School Public Wartburg Public Relations 033-503 1416 [email protected] Eng Co-Ed Grade 4-7: R78,052 (Weekly) PP: R18,330 : R94,680 (Monthly) PS: R26,310 Grade 8-12: R81,112 (Weekly) HS: R29,370 : R97,740 (Monthly)