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Parents and students can access meals, snacks, and drinks through The Prep Club tuck shop, operated by Café Mayfair. Parents may pre-order via the Tap Tuck platform, and the shop serves food during weekend sports events and special school functions.
- Who it is for:
- parents and students at DPHS
- How to act on it:
- Pre-order via the Tap Tuck platform or visit during operating hours at school events
Boys at Durban Preparatory High School can use the Design and Technology Centre to engage in hands-on learning with tools like 3D printers, laser cutters, drones, and Arduino programming kits. This space encourages innovation, problem-solving, and practical skill development.
- Who it is for:
- students at Durban Preparatory High School
- How to act on it:
- Use the facility as part of regular academic activities under supervision
Schools can participate in this annual rugby festival hosted by Durban Preparatory High School and sponsored by Photonote. The event features talent, camaraderie, and school spirit over a week and weekend.
- Who it is for:
- participating schools
- How to act on it:
- Register or prepare to participate; information available via the downloadable schedule
Parents can view the school's newsletters through the D6 platform, which is used by the school for communication and information sharing.
- Who it is for:
- parents of students at Durban Preparatory High School
- How to act on it:
- Log in to the D6 system using your parent account to access the uploaded newsletters
This is a collection of previous school newsletters that contain historical updates on school events, academic achievements, sports results, and messages from the Headmaster. It is accessible for browsing and downloading.
- Who it is for:
- parents, guardians, and members of the wider DPHS community
- How to act on it:
- Go to the DPHS website and select 'View Past Editions Archive' under the Latest Newsletters section
This is the current week's school newsletter, which includes updates on important dates, sporting results, classroom news, and messages from the Headmaster. It is available for viewing and downloading directly from the school's website.
- Who it is for:
- parents, guardians, and members of the wider DPHS community
- How to act on it:
- Visit the DPHS website and click on 'View This Week’s Newsletter' under the Latest Newsletters section
Durban Preparatory High School offers a safe, supervised morning bus service for learners from January to December. The service runs on two routes: Northern Route and Highway Route, with fixed departure times. Each bus is staffed and ensures boys arrive at school on time.
- Who it is for:
- families of learners at Durban Preparatory High School
- How to act on it:
- Email rbedford@dphs.co.za with son's name, surname, and grade for 2026
Families can pay for the morning bus service in advance. Fees are payable monthly from January to October 2026, with the full year covered under a 10-month plan. Payments must be made before the start of each month.
- Who it is for:
- parents or guardians of learners using the bus service
- How to act on it:
- Pay fees in advance by the 1st of each month; January payment due by 31 January 2026
Parents can become part of the Moms’ Committee by being nominated and voted in annually by the parent body. This opportunity allows mothers to contribute their time, creativity, and energy to support school events, fundraising, and community building.
- Who it is for:
- parents at Durban Preparatory High School
- How to act on it:
- Express interest, get nominated by another parent, and participate in the annual voting process
Parents can support the Moms’ Committee by volunteering for or contributing to school events, fundraising initiatives, and functions organized by the committee. No formal application is required—interested parents can contact the school office to get involved.
- Who it is for:
- parents at Durban Preparatory High School
- How to act on it:
- Email the school office at frontoffice@dphs.co.za to request connection with the Moms’ Committee
Support the future of Durban Preparatory High School through donations, legacy giving, or event sponsorship. Contributions help maintain and expand the school’s facilities and programs.
- Who it is for:
- donors, alumni, parents, members of the public
- How to act on it:
- Contact Liz Elliott by email to make a contribution
You can register to join the DPHS Old Boys community by filling out a form. This allows you to stay informed about reunions, events, school news, and networking opportunities. It’s a way to reconnect with former classmates and remain part of the Prep legacy.
- Who it is for:
- former students of Durban Preparatory High School
- How to act on it:
- Fill out the DPHS Old Boys registration form on the website