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Pillars & Portfolios

WYNBERG GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOLRef: https://wynghs.co.za/our-pillars/

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Collected on 6 August 2026

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What this means

This document is a webpage from Wynberg Girls’ High School that outlines the school's four pillars—Academic, Cultural, Sports, and Service—and two portfolios—Communications and Sustainability. It describes the educational philosophy and key initiatives of the school, including its adherence to the CAPS curriculum, emphasis on holistic development, and commitment to environmental sustainability and community service. The page also includes information about the principal, Jennifer Wallace, and her leadership vision.

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academic programmeOngoing

Academic Pillar

Learners at Wynberg Girls’ High School can access high-quality academic education through the CAPS Curriculum, with small class sizes and a wide range of subject choices in senior grades, aiming for excellence in preparation for the National Senior Certificate.

Who it is for
learners at Wynberg Girls' High School
How to act on it
Enrol in the school's academic programme by enrolling as a learner at Wynberg Girls’ High School.
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Learners who thrive take advantage of the opportunities offered in the foundational pillars: Academic Pillar
sports programmeOngoing

Sports Pillar

Learners can participate in sports that foster teamwork, commitment, dedication, pride, and camaraderie, offering learning opportunities outside the classroom.

Who it is for
learners at Wynberg Girls' High School
How to act on it
Join a sports team or activity offered by the school's sports programme.
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At Wynberg Girls’ High School, we see sport as a way to offer a range of learning opportunities outside the classroom and a chance for our learners to step out of their comfort-zones, into a world where team-work, commitment, dedication and a sense of pride and camaraderie are seen as essential life-skills.
community service initiativeOngoing

Service Pillar

Learners are encouraged to engage in acts of kindness and community service, giving generously to others and contributing to the community and the wider world.

Who it is for
learners at Wynberg Girls' High School
How to act on it
Volunteer in community service projects organised by the school.
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We encourage our learners to give generously of themselves, to others, the community around them and the world they live in.
environmental education programmeOngoing

Sustainability Portfolio

Learners participate in eco-friendly initiatives and recycling programmes, including harvesting fresh organic produce from the school’s vegetable garden, to promote environmental sustainability and healthy living.

Who it is for
learners at Wynberg Girls' High School
How to act on it
Join the Sustainability Portfolio to take part in recycling, gardening, and environmental projects.
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The Sustainability Portfolio is a symbol of our combined efforts to encourage a greener and more sustainable future for our school.
co-curricular activityOngoing

Cultural Pillar

All learners have access to an extensive and exciting co-curricular cultural programme that allows them to pursue their passions with excitement and purpose.

Who it is for
learners at Wynberg Girls' High School
How to act on it
Participate in the cultural activities offered through the school's co-curricular programme.
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In the extensive and exciting co-curricular cultural programme there is something for everyone.
digital media programmeOngoing

Communications Portfolio

Learners gain hands-on experience in digital communication skills and multimedia content creation through practical projects that go beyond traditional classroom learning.

Who it is for
learners at Wynberg Girls' High School
How to act on it
Enroll in the Communications Portfolio to work on multimedia content creation projects.
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Fostering a passion for digital communication skills. This hands-on experience goes beyond traditional learning, allowing them to delve into the practical aspects of content creation.

Facts

Places

Western Cape, City of Cape Town

Reference

https://wynghs.co.za/our-pillars/

Key Takeaways

  • Wynberg Girls’ High School
  • CAPS Curriculum
  • National Senior Certificate
  • Grade 12 results
  • Top Twenty Schools of Excellence in the Western Cape
  • Academic Pillar
  • Cultural Pillar
  • Sports Pillar
  • Service Pillar
  • Communications Portfolio
  • Sustainability Portfolio
  • Jennifer Wallace
  • Principal
  • 2020
  • MPhil
  • PhD
  • 2024
  • Western Cape Education Department
  • Wynberg Girls’ High School
  • Jennifer Wallace
  • Western Cape Education Department
  • University of Cape Town
  • Springer Nature
  • St Cyprian’s School
  • Protea House