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You can send an email message through the school's contact form to ask questions about admissions, academics, events, or other matters related to the school.
- Who it is for:
- members of the public, parents, prospective students, and their families
- How to act on it:
- Fill in the name, email, and message fields on the contact form and submit it
Students, staff, and parents can access the Prep Club tuck shop for healthy and affordable food, especially on weekends during sports events and other special days and evenings.
- Who it is for:
- students, staff, and parents at DPHS
- How to act on it:
- Visit the tuck shop during open hours on weekends and special days
Students from Reception Unit to Grade 7 can join the performing arts programme, which includes choir, drama, gumboot dance, instrumental lessons, marimba band, movement and choreography, play rehearsals, and speech and drama festival.
- Who it is for:
- students at DPHS from Reception Unit to Grade 7
- How to act on it:
- Enrol in activities offered under the Performing Arts programme led by Annette Briscoe and her team
Boys from Grade R to 7 can receive emotional, social, and academic support at the Learning Support Centre, including assessments and on-site therapy sessions, under the guidance of qualified professionals.
- Who it is for:
- boys in Grade R to 7 at DPHS
- How to act on it:
- Attend the Learning Support Centre located on Claribel Road next to the school
Parents and students can buy school uniforms at the Unirite Uniform Shop, located in the Annex building across from the tuck shop and next to the music room.
- Who it is for:
- parents and students at DPHS
- How to act on it:
- Visit the Unirite Uniform Shop in the Annex building to purchase uniforms
Students at Durban Preparatory High School can use the Design and Technology Centre to learn modern skills using tools like laser cutters, 3D printers, Arduinos, and drones. The centre supports hands-on learning and innovation.
- Who it is for:
- students at DPHS
- How to act on it:
- Use the facility during school hours as part of the curriculum or extracurricular activities
Former students of Durban Preparatory High School can register to join a database that connects them to the school. The registration requires basic personal details and years attended, and must be completed via an online form.
- Who it is for:
- former students of Durban Preparatory High School
- How to act on it:
- Fill in the First Name, Last Name, Email, and Years Attended fields on the registration form; leave the Message field empty.
Younger learners from lower grades at Durban Preparatory High School are assigned to a Grade 7 mentor as part of the Prep Pal Programme. This provides them with guidance, support, and opportunities to develop interpersonal skills in a structured, face-to-face environment.
- Who it is for:
- learners in lower grades at Durban Preparatory High School
- How to act on it:
- No application required; placement occurs automatically at the start of each school year based on grade level.
Each Grade 7 boy at Durban Preparatory High School is assigned to mentor six younger learners from lower grades at the start of each academic year. This role involves taking personal interest in each younger boy to build trust, community, and a sense of family among peers.
- Who it is for:
- Grade 7 boys at Durban Preparatory High School
- How to act on it:
- No application required; assignment occurs automatically at the start of each school year based on grade level.
Children can enrol in the Junior Primary phase at Durban Preparatory High School, covering Grades 1 to 3. This includes structured learning in literacy, numeracy, life skills, and specialist subjects like music, drama, computers, and physical education. Learners also participate in sports, excursions, assemblies, and special events such as the Grade 3 Concert.
- Who it is for:
- children entering Grade 1 or transferring into Grades 2 or 3 at DPHS
- How to act on it:
- Parents should contact the school directly to inquire about enrolment procedures and requirements.
Learners in Grade 1 at Durban Preparatory High School can participate in Saturday morning sports including mini-cricket, mini-rugby, and mini-hockey, which help develop motor skills, teamwork, and discipline in a fun environment.
- Who it is for:
- learners in Grade 1 at DPHS
- How to act on it:
- No application required; participation is part of the standard Grade 1 programme.
Grade 3 learners engage in outreach activities with grandparents and local senior citizens' homes, promoting intergenerational connection, empathy, and community involvement.
- Who it is for:
- learners in Grade 3 at DPHS
- How to act on it:
- No application; participation is part of the Grade 3 curriculum and scheduled events.