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History & Traditions

CLIFTON PRIMARY SCHOOLRef: https://www.cliftonnotties.org.za/history-traditions/

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Collected on 6 August 2026

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This webpage details the history and traditions of Clifton Primary School, explaining that the school relocated from Durban to Nottingham Road in 1942 due to wartime threats. It highlights the school's evolution into a rural-based institution with strong outdoor traditions, including Bobsleigh Hill, Cliff's Dam Swim, and the Dream Tree rite of passage for Grade 7 learners. The document also references key figures and milestones, such as the 75th anniversary in 2017.

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recreational activityOngoing

Cliff's Dam Swim

A swimming spot located just over a hill, popular among boarders and day scholars. It is part of the school’s outdoor traditions and hiking routines.

Who it is for
boarders and day scholars at Clifton Primary School
How to act on it
Hike to Cliff's Dam during designated outdoor or recreational periods
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Cliff's Dam Swim Just over the hill, and a good place for a swim. A favourite hike for boarders and day scholars alike.
ritual traditionOngoing

Dream Tree

A rite of passage for Grade 7 leavers to climb the Dream Tree. The challenge is to reach the top, symbolising achievement and transition.

Who it is for
Grade 7 learners at Clifton Primary School
How to act on it
Climb the Dream Tree as part of the Grade 7 leavers' ceremony
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A "rite of passage" for the Grade 7 leavers is to climb the Dream Tree. The aim is to get to the top, l
recreational activityOngoing

Bobsleigh Hill

A hill where students can race homemade bobsleigh boards made from Masonite or school shop boxes. It's part of the school's outdoor traditions and a fun activity for learners.

Who it is for
students at Clifton Primary School
How to act on it
Visit Bobsleigh Hill during school hours or outdoor activities
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The best place to try out your homemade bobsleigh boards for a race down the hill. Masonite or a good box from the school shop work well.

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Places

eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal

Reference

https://www.cliftonnotties.org.za/history-traditions/

Key Takeaways

  • 1942
  • Nottingham Road
  • KZN Midlands
  • Drakensberg
  • 75th birthday
  • Clifton Primary School
  • Bobsleigh Hill
  • Cliff's Dam Swim
  • Dream Tree
  • Grade 7 leavers
  • Clifton Primary School
  • Esmonde Dowse
  • Frank van Vloten
  • Kim Elgie
  • Mr Pete Quinn
  • Dr R. Dudley Forde
  • Mr Viktor Kurz
  • Board of Directors
  • Trustees
  • Spring Grove Farm
  • KZN Midlands
  • Drakensberg