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Parents’ Association

WATERKLOOF HOUSE PREPARATORYRef: https://www.whpsschool.com/parents-association/

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Source domain: whpsschool.com

Collected on 6 August 2026

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What this means

The document outlines the structure, roles, and functions of the Waterkloof House Preparatory School (WHPS) Parents' Association (PA), which represents all parents at the school. The PA is a committee of up to 24 elected members that meets monthly under the chairmanship of Lusanda Mangxamba and liaises with the Headmaster, staff, School Council, and parent body. It focuses on fundraising, fostering fellowship, and supporting pastoral care, with funds used for the benefit of the school and its students. The PA Secretary is Bridget Wedge, and the school is located in Brooklyn, Pretoria.

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community eventsOngoing

Fellowship events

The PA arranges fellowship events for the School community throughout the year.

Who it is for
The School community
How to act on it
Attend fellowship events arranged by the PA.
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Fellowship events are arranged throughout the year.
welcome eventOngoing

Beginning-of-year cocktail party

The PA and the School host a cocktail party at the beginning of the year to welcome everyone to the new academic year and introduce the new committee.

Who it is for
The School community and people joining the new academic year
How to act on it
Attend the cocktail party hosted by the PA in conjunction with the School.
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In conjunction with the School, the PA hosts a cocktail party at the beginning of the year to welcome everyone to the new academic year and introduce the new committee.
pastoral supportOngoing

Pastoral care support and assistance

The PA provides support and assistance to members of the School community during times of crisis or need.

Who it is for
Members of the School community
How to act on it
Approach the PA for support or assistance in a time of crisis or need.
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The PA is also active in aspects of pastoral care, providing support and assistance in times of crisis or need for members of the School community.
parent support channelOngoing

Approach the PA with a query or concern

Parents can approach the Parents’ Association at any time with a query or concern.

Who it is for
Any parent at the School
How to act on it
Approach the PA directly, or contact it by email through Secretary Bridget Wedge at bridget@bridgetbio.rocks.
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Should any parent have a query or concern they are at liberty to approach the PA at any time.
school governance access routeOngoing

Approach the School Council through the PA Chairman

A member of the parent body who wants to approach the School Council should do so through the Chairman of the PA.

Who it is for
Members of the parent body
How to act on it
Contact the Chairman of the PA, who represents the PA on the School Council.
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Furthermore, should a member of the parent body wish to approach the School Council this should be through the Chairman of the PA who is their representative on the Council.

Facts

Places

City of Tshwane, Gauteng

Reference

https://www.whpsschool.com/parents-association/

Key Takeaways

  • Waterkloof House Preparatory School
  • Parents' Association
  • Lusanda Mangxamba
  • Bridget Wedge
  • 535 Ruddell Street, Brooklyn, Pretoria
  • maximum of 24 members
  • monthly meetings
  • 2-year term for School Council representatives
  • fundraising
  • fellowship events
  • pastoral care support
  • Waterkloof House Preparatory School
  • WHPS Parents' Association
  • Lusanda Mangxamba
  • Bridget Wedge
  • School Council
  • Headmaster
  • Staff body