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Source domain: ferrum.org.za
Collected on 29 July 2026
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What this means
This document is a webpage section titled “Message from the Principal” for Hoërskool Ferrum High School. It presents the school’s vision (“through Ferrum to the future”), highlights its focus on academic, sports and cultural achievements, and describes its history since being officially opened in 1975 (originally Sunnyridge High School, later renamed Ferrum High School after moving to permanent buildings). It also outlines five values for learners, including honesty, compassion and respect, integrity, and accountability, and invites visitors to experience the school’s hospitality.
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Key Takeaways
- Document title: “Message from the Principal”
- School: Hoërskool Ferrum High School
- Official opening year: 1975
- Original name: Hoërskool Sunnyridge
- Original location: near the golf course and the old Iscor Club
- Move in 1975 to permanent buildings and name change to Hoërskool Ferrum
- Vision statement: “through Ferrum to the future” and readiness for the 4th Industrial Revolution
- Focus areas: academic, sports, and cultural achievements; holistic education
- Values mentioned: honesty; compassion and respect; integrity; accountability for behaviour
- Contact details shown: +27 34 318 2062; admin@ferrum.org.za
- Hoërskool Ferrum High School
- Hoërskool Sunnyridge
- Martin Luther King
- Iscor Club