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Collected on 5 September 2026
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What this means
This document announces the Prep Pal Programme at Durban Preparatory High School, a mentorship initiative that pairs Grade 7 learners with younger boys from lower grades to promote leadership, empathy, and a strong sense of belonging. The programme is designed to prevent bullying and strengthen school culture through inter-grade relationships. It is ongoing and automatically assigned each year without a formal application process.
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mentorship programmeOngoing
Prep Pal Programme
The Prep Pal Programme pairs each Grade 7 learner with a small group of younger boys from lower grades to build mentorship, support, and a sense of belonging. Senior learners act as mentors, offering guidance and friendship to help younger boys feel secure and connected within the school community.
- Who it is for
- Grade 7 learners and younger boys in grades below Grade 7 at Durban Preparatory High School
- How to act on it
- No application required; participation is automatic based on grade level and school structure.
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Each year, every Grade 7 learner is paired with a small group of younger boys — typically one boy from each grade below.
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Places
eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal
Key Takeaways
- Prep Pal Programme
- Durban Preparatory High School
- Grade 7
- younger boys
- mentorship
- belonging
- zero-tolerance approach to bullying
- Durban Preparatory High School
- DPHS Educational Trust