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Application information: Thank you for your interest in Woodhill College. Enclosed please find an Application for admission form to be completed and returned to the school office with the following: R 1,000-00. A non-refundable administration fee of R 1, 000-00. Cheque or direct deposit to be made payable to: WOODHILL COLLEGE (Pty) Ltd (No cash will be accepted) Two passport photographs Two coloured passport photographs of the student applying Birth Certificate / Identity Document A certified copy of the students birth certificate or identity document Both parent’s Identity Documents A certified copy of BOTH parent’s identity documents 3 Recent school reports A certified copy of the students 3 most recent school reports/statement of symbols Please note that Woodhill College is an independent, non-denominational Christian, school. The medium of instruction is English with teacher-based lessons taking place. Additional information on the school has been included for your interest or visit our website: www.woodhillcollege.co.za Should you require any further information, a personal appointment or a tour of the school, please do not hesitate to contact our office during weekdays on 012 998 1774. Please note : Payment of any monies (i.e. Administration fee/deposit/debenture), without the support documentation, to Woodhill College, does not guarantee registration at Woodhill College. APPLICATION INFORMATION AND FEES amended as of 12 October 2010 Page 1 of 29

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Application information:

Thank you for your interest in Woodhill College.

Enclosed please find an Application for admission form to be completed and returned to the school

office with the following:

R 1,000-00.

A non-refundable administration fee of R 1, 000-00.

Cheque or direct deposit to be made payable to: WOODHILL COLLEGE (Pty) Ltd

(No cash will be accepted)

Two passport photographs

Two coloured passport photographs of the student applying

Birth Certificate / Identity Document

A certified copy of the student’s birth certificate or identity document

Both parent’s Identity Documents

A certified copy of BOTH parent’s identity documents

3 Recent school reports

A certified copy of the student’s 3 most recent school reports/statement

of symbols

Please note that Woodhill College is an independent, non-denominational Christian, school.

The medium of instruction is English with teacher-based lessons taking place.

Additional information on the school has been included for your interest or visit our website:

www.woodhillcollege.co.za

Should you require any further information, a personal appointment or a tour of the school, please do

not hesitate to contact our office during weekdays on 012 998 1774.

Please note:

Payment of any monies

(i.e. Administration fee/deposit/debenture), without the support documentation, to Woodhill

College, does not guarantee registration at Woodhill College.

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Contents:

Payment and registration guidelines Page 3

Fee structure Page 4

Secured debentures Page 9

Acceptance of place Page 12

Substance abuse Page 15

Aftercare centre – Gr. 000 - 6 Page 17

Code of conduct Page 19

School uniform Page 26

Uniform Price List Page 28

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Payment and registration guidelines: Administration fee:

A non-refundable administration fee of R 1, 000-00 per pupil is payable on registration or re-

registration.

Please endorse your cheque: “Not Transferable”

Payable to: “Woodhill College (PTY)LTD”

Student status: All new applicants have the option to register as:

A - Debenture holders

B - Non-debenture holders

ITC credit checks: All new parents are required to consent to Woodhill College requesting a personal credit

check from an approved agency.

(see application for admission)

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Fee structure:

A: Fee structure – debenture(s) holder(s):

2012 Debenture holder school fees:

A B C D E F G

GRADE

DEBENTURE SCHOOL ANNUAL QUARTERLY 12 12

PAYMENT (Payable in advance)

FEE PAYMENT PAYMENT MONTHLY MONTHLY

DEBIT ORDER POST DATED

(2012) (-5%) (-2.5%) PAYMENT CHEQUE (-2%) PAYMENT

000 R 27,488 R 26,114 R 6,700 R 2,245 R 2,291

Sibling R 26,114 R 24,808 R 6,365 R 2,133 R 2,176

00 R 29,826 R 28,335 R 7,270 R 2,436 R 2,486

Sibling R 28,335 R 26,918 R 6,907 R 2,314 R 2,361

0 R39930 R 33,482 R 31,808 R 8,161 R 2,734 R 2,790

Sibling (1st child) R 31,808 R 30,218 R 7,753 R 2,598 R 2,651

1&2&3 R 40,294 R 38,279 R 9,822 R 3,291 R 3,358

Sibling R19965 R 38,279 R 36,365 R 9,331 R 3,126 R 3,190

4&5&6 (2nd child) R 47,963 R 45,564 R 11,691 R 3,917 R 3,997

Sibling R 45,564 R 43,286 R 11,106 R 3,721 R 3,797

7&8&9 no payment R 55,959 R 53,161 R 13,640 R 4,570 R 4,663

Sibling (3rd child or more) R 53,161 R 50,503 R 12,958 R 4,341 R 4,430

10&11&12 R 61,229 R 58,168 R 14,925 R 5,000 R 5,102

Sibling R 58,168 R 55,259 R 14,178 R 4,750 R 4,847

A. The debenture holder system: The debenture‟s face value will be R39, 930-00 for the first child and R19, 965-00 for the second

child. No debenture payment is made for the third child or more from the same family, provided

siblings 1 and 2 have debentures registered against their names. The debentures will be refunded at

face value to the debenture holder according to the conditions of the debenture trust deed as reflected

also by “Salient Features of Secured Debentures” as attached.

A debenture is a once off, secured, interest free loan to secure the pupil‟s place in the school.

Standard Bank of SA Ltd is the first bondholder and debenture holders with a debenture certificate

are the second bondholders.

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Mr D Lessing from the firm of attorneys, GILDENHUYS LESSING MALATJI (“GVM Nominees

(Pty) Ltd”) has been appointed by WOODHILL COLLEGE PROPERTY HOLDINGS PTY LTD as

Trustee on behalf of all Debenture Holders.

Gildenhuys Lessing Malatji Inc. will ensure that all certificates made out to debenture holders be

registered over the property/goods as a second bond. A detailed and comprehensive debenture

contract has been signed by WOODHILL COLLEGE PROPERTY HOLDINGS (Pty) Ltd in favour

of the debenture holders.

Any parent requesting the detailed contract can do so at the College.

The debenture fee is refundable should an applicant not satisfy admission criteria.

B: Fee structure – non-debenture(s) holder(s): 2012 Non-debenture holder school fees:

A B C D E F G

GRADE

ADVANCE SCHOOL ANNUAL QUARTERLY 12 12

DEPOSIT FEE PAYMENT PAYMENT MONTHLY MONTHLY

(Payable in advance) DEBIT ORDER POST DATED

(2012) (-5%) (-2.5%) PAYMENT CHEQUE

(-2%) PAYMENT 000 R 34,288 R 32,574 R 8,358 R 2,800 R 2,857

Sibling R 32,574 R 30,945 R 7,940 R 2,660 R 2,714

00 R 37,203 R 35,343 R 9,068 R 3,038 R 3,100

Sibling R 35,343 R 33,575 R 8,615 R 2,886 R 2,945

0 R 7,500 R 40,859 R 38,816 R 9,959 R 3,337 R 3,405

Sibling (for each and every R 38,816 R 36,875 R 9,461 R 3,170 R 3,235

1&2&3 child) R 47,670 R 45,287 R 11,620 R 3,893 R 3,973

Sibling R 45,287 R 43,022 R 11,039 R 3,698 R 3,774

4&5&6 R 55,339 R 52,572 R 13,489 R 4,519 R 4,612

Sibling R 52,572 R 49,943 R 12,814 R 4,293 R 4,381

7&8&9 R 63,335 R 60,169 R 15,438 R 5,172 R 5,278

Sibling R 60,169 R 57,160 R 14,666 R 4,914 R 5,014

10&11&12 R 68,606 R 65,175 R 16,723 R 5,603 R 5,717

Sibling R 65,175 R 61,917 R 15,886 R 5,323 R 5,431

B. The non-debenture holder system: A R7, 500-00 advance deposit is payable on registration. The deposit is NOT refundable should

the applicant not take up the place at the College after the place has been accepted by the

parent and confirmed by the school. The account holder has the option of either having the deposit

refunded without interest, less any amounts owing, when the pupil leaves the school, or donating the

deposit to the school - a tax receipt will be provided in this case.

Please note: Although a student may have received a letter of registration, his/her place will

only be secured once the relevant upfront advance deposit value

(see column B of table B on page 5) has been received and paid in full and

the Acceptance of Place form signed and returned to the school.

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C. School fee guidelines: Settlement of balance in advance

To qualify for the discounted fee (-5%) (see applicable table, column C) The total outstanding school fee should be paid in full by the first day of the new school year.

Settlement of balance in 4 payments To qualify for the discounted fee (-2.5%) (see applicable table, column E), Four cheques dated as follows: (i) by the first day of the new school year

(ii) 1 April (iii) 1

July

(iv) 1 October for the relevant year must be lodged with Woodhill College. Settlement of balance in 12 monthly payments January payment by the first day of the new school year and the remaining 11 cheques (to December of the relevant year)

To be dated on the first of each month without exception and lodged with the school and presented to the office by the first day of the new school year (see applicable table, column G). A R100-00 administration fee will be charged in the case of a default on any payment. Interest at the rate of 1% per month will be charged on any overdue portion.

Please endorse your cheque: “Not Transferable” Payable to: “ Woodhill College (PTY)LTD”

OR Payment may be effected by Debit order as an alternative to cheques. Apply to our administration office for the required forms. Debit order payments qualify for a 2% discount (see applicable table, column F).

Bankers: Standard Bank of SA Branch: Menlyn - Pretoria Account No.: 012-674-710 Type of Account: Cheque Account Branch Code: 01-23-45-15 (for bank deposits) Branch Code: 01-23-45 (for electronic [EFT] payments)

D. Debenture guidelines:

D.1 Debenture holders: Parents, who take up the debenture of R39, 930-00 or R19, 965-00 qualify for the discounted

fee structure.

D.1.1 Summary of payments due:

The debenture payment of R39, 930-00 or R19, 965-00 is to be made before the applicant is

offered a place in the school.

Please endorse your debenture cheque: “Not transferable”

Payable to: “GVM Nominees (PTY) LTD”

School fees payable as per table A on page 4

Please note: Although a student may have received a letter of registration, his/her place will only be secured

once the relevant upfront advance debenture value

(see column B of table A on page 4) has been received and paid in full and the acceptance of

place form signed and returned to the school.

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E. The acceptance if a secure place is conditional on the following:

RWL

“Reserved waiting list”

The “Reserved waiting list” for each grade records pupil applications for that year but does not

afford the applicant any additional security in terms of gaining a place in that year. No debenture

(in the case of debenture option holders) or advance deposit (in case of non-debenture option

holders) is due until the school readiness/entrance tests and interviews have been conducted. Were

the pupil to be successful in the entrance test and interview, the debenture or advance deposit would

then be required on request, following which an offer of place will be made. Once the acceptance of

place form has been returned signed, to the school, the pupils place is secure.

CWL

“Confirmed waiting list”

Acceptance onto the “Confirmed waiting list” for that year enhances likelihood of gaining a place in

the school on condition that he/she meets the entrance requirements of the school at the time and

provided places are available. Debentures or advance deposit may be paid in advance in order to

gain access to the „CWL‟. The „CWL‟ will never exceed the number of places available in that

grade. In order to gain a place in the school a formal “Offer of place” from the College Director is

required. This will involve passing the school readiness test/entrance test and a successful interview

with the Principal. A formal offer of a place in the school is also conditional on the signing of the

Acceptance of place form by the parents. Were your child to not meet the entrance requirements at

the time, the College will initiate the redemption procedures for your debenture or advance deposit.

A discount is available for early debenture payments and is available on request from the Bursar‟s

office.

F. Independent examination board: Examination fees are payable for all IEB Examinations written at Woodhill College.

G. International computer driver’s licence (ICDL):

All ICDL costs including manuals, log books and examination fees are payable to

Woodhill College.

H. Text books and stationary: Textbooks and stationery are not included in the school fees.

I Siblings:

The eldest child in a family pays the full school fee amount and thereafter any brothers

and/or sisters qualify for the sibling rate (in the order of 5% discount) shown as “sibling”

on the school fee structure.

In the case of twins, one will pay the full school fee, while the second twin is treated as a

sibling.

J. Discontinuance:

One term’s notice is required before:

(i) The removal of a pupil from the College

(ii) The discontinuance of any extra or special subjects

Failing this, a full term’s fees will become payable in lieu of such notice

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K. Aftercare centre:

During school terms

Gr.

Hours

Fees for 2011

000 - 0

13h00 - 17h30

R 655.00 per month

1 - 6

13h15 - 17h30

R 480.00 per month

Casual after care R 50.00 per day

Cash basis through Mrs. E Duffield

Note:

No pro-rata monthly payments

10 post dated cheques (January - October) to be dated on the first of each month without

exception and lodged with the school, or a signed debit order for the first day of every month.

This service will not be available on public holidays or during weekends.

Holiday care

Gr.

Hours

000 - 6

07h00 – 17h30 (Full Day)

000 - 6

07h00 – 12h30 (Half Day)

Note:

This service will only be available if demand warrants it. This service will not be available on public holidays or during weekends. The student canteen will be closed during school holidays. Holiday care fees to be communicated prior to the holiday commencing.

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Secured debentures:

Summary of the salient features of the secured debenture: (Revised 1 April 2004)

1. Indemnity:

THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS A SUMMARY OF THE DETAIL PROVISIONS OF

THE DEBENTURE TRUST DEED INCLUDING THE ANNEXURES THERETO AND

THE DEBENTURE CERTIFICATE. IT IS NOT INTENDED AS A SUBSTITUTE

FOR ANY OF THE FOREGOING DOCUMENTS AND THE COMPANY NOR ANY

OF ITS REPRESENTATIVES MAKE ANY REPRESENTATION TO THE READER

OF THIS DOCUMENT AS TO THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE

SUMMARY OR IN RESPECT OF THE CONTENTS OF ANY OF THE FOREGOING

DOCUMENTS WHATSOEVER. THE DETAIL PROVISIONS OF THE

FOREMENTIONED DOCUMENTS SHALL AT ALL TIMES PREVAIL OVER THE

PROVISIONS OF THIS SUMMARY AND THIS SUMMARY SHALL HAVE NO

LEGAL EFFECT OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER. IT IS RECOMMENDED

THAT THE READER READ THE ATTACHED DETAIL DOCUMENTS IN ORDER

TO UNDERSTAND THE FULL IMPORT OF THE DOCUMENTATION.

2 Debenture trust deed:

Each debenture will be issued subject to the terms and conditions of the WOODHILL

COLLEGE DEBENTURE TRUST DEED, and all words and expressions defined therein

shall, for purposes hereof, have the same meaning unless specifically otherwise provided or

indicated by the context.

3 Issue:

3.1 The debenture shall be issued at the issue price specified in the debenture certificate at such

premium or less such discount as the directors of the company may determine in their

discretion from time to time.

3.2 Each debenture in respect of which a debenture certificate is issued, will be held in trust by

GVM Nominees (Proprietary) Limited (Registration number: 1988/006942/07) as trustee.

3.3 Rules applicable to debentures issued up to 31 March 2004:

3.3.1 The first student of an applicant pays 100% of the prevailing issue price, the second student

who is a sibling of the first student 50% and the third and further students who are siblings of

the first student are not required to subscribe for debentures.

3.3.2 If a first or second student was registered and a debenture was issued and paid for but they did

not enter the school, then any subsequent siblings entering the school will be considered to be

the first, second or further student whichever may be applicable.

3.4 Rules applicable to all newly paid up debentures as from 1 April 2004:

3.4.1 Paragraphs 3.3.1 and 3.3.2 remain applicable.

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3.4.2 If either student 1 or 2 cease to be students, the vacancy created will be filled by the next

succeeding sibling of those students that remains as a student, if any.

3.4.3 The applicant of those remaining student(s) shall be obliged to subscribe for new debentures

in respect of each remaining student at the issue price prevailing when the confirmation of

enrolment letter was issued to each remaining student.

3.4.4 The existing debentures issued in respect of the students referred to in paragraph 3.4.3 shall

be cancelled and redeemed out of the proceeds of the issue of the new debentures.

3.4.5 The redemption proceeds of the debentures of the student that leaves as well as the existing

debentures of the students that remain may be utilised by the company towards payment of

the new debentures issued to the remaining student(s) as contemplated in paragraph 3.4.3.

3.4.6 The rules set out in paragraphs 3.3 and 3.4 are indivisible and apply to each of the respective

periods referred to therein in its entirety.

4 Interest: The advance made by the debenture holder to the company in terms of the debenture

is interest free.

5 Conversion: The debenture is not convertible into shares.

6 Transferability: The debenture is not transferable without the prior written approval of the company which

may be withheld in its sole discretion.

7 Redemption: 7.1 The company shall, subject to the terms and conditions of the trust deed, redeem the

debenture within a period of 6 (six) months after the date upon which the candidate student or

student ceases to be listed on the confirmed waiting list (“CWL”) or enrolled as a student at

the school provided that

7.1.1 No debenture shall be redeemed within a period of 3 (three) years calculated with effect from

the effective date as defined in the trust deed namely from 1 January 2001; and

7.1.2 The company is able to re-issue the debenture or issue new debentures to a debenture holder

in connection with a candidate student or student enrolled or to be enrolled at the school, in

which event the redemption date shall be a date 30 (thirty) days after the date when provisos

preventing redemption referred above are no longer applicable.

7.2 The company shall under the circumstances referred to in 7.1.2, only be obligated to accept a

substitute debenture holder if the school has approved the admission of the substitute

candidate student or student in connection with the enrolment of which the debenture is to be

issued, in both cases, for the same grade and school year.

7.3 Notwithstanding paragraph 7.2, if the school issues a letter of non acceptance as a student in

respect of a candidate student on the CWL or a candidate student withdraws from the CWL

with at least 18 (eighteen) months‟ prior written notice, the debenture will be redeemed within

90 (ninety) days.

7.4 Debentures redeemed in terms of this clause, shall be redeemed at the issue price of the

debenture or if it was issued as premium at the issue price plus the premium or less the

discount at which it was issued. The redemption monies payable in terms hereof shall become

payable on the redemption date as provided for in the trust deed against surrender to the

company of the debenture certificate.

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8 Security for the debenture: As security for the debenture the company shall procure the passing in favour of the Trustee

of –

8.1 A second mortgage bond over the mortgaged property, ranking only after the first mortgage

bond registered over the property in favour of a financial institution as defined in the

Financial Services Board Act, no. 97 of 1990; and

8.2 A second notarial bond over the mortgaged equipment.

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Acceptance of place:

CONDITIONS OF ACCEPTANCE OF PLACE – WOODHILL COLLEGE

1. These conditions of acceptance form the basis of an agreement between the School, Woodhill

College, and the parents or guardian.

2. Both persons signing this form are responsible for the settlement of the fees account. If fees are

to be paid by another person, the School must have in addition a letter acknowledging

responsibility for the fees.

3. School fees are payable in advance by the parents on or before the first day on which they are

due (the first day of the month if paid monthly, the first school day of Term 1 if paid annually

and the first day of the term if paid quarterly). Additional charges are payable in arrears on or

before the first day of the month following the one to which they relate.

Should any amounts due in respect of school fees or additional charges not be paid on due date,

then interest will be charged on the outstanding amounts, to be calculated from the first day due

to the date of full settlement of all outstanding amounts at a rate equivalent to the prevailing

prime overdraft rate charged by the Standard Bank of South Africa Limited from time to time

plus 1% (one per centum). Acceptance by the School of interim or interest payments shall be

without prejudice to and shall not in any manner whatsoever affect the School‟s right to

terminate this agreement. An administration fee of R100 per “RD” cheque will be charged.

Should the parents repeatedly fail to pay any amount due at term end in terms of this

agreement, the School shall be entitled, without prejudice to any other rights which is may have

under this agreement or at common law, to cancel this agreement and to remove the pupil from

the School.

4. Parents are required to sign the attached Debit Order form for the payment of fees on either a

monthly or quarterly basis or sign an undertaking to pay the fees annually in advance.

5. The debenture will be held for the period of the pupil‟s school career. It will be available, if the

parents request it when the pupil leaves, as per the conditions stipulated in the attached

document which is a summary of the salient features of the debenture arrangements.

6. A parent or guardian wishing to withdraw a pupil from the School must give written

notice to the Director (or in his/her absence, the Principal) not later than the first day of

the pupil’s proposed final term, failing which the fees for the following term will be

payable in full, whether or not the pupil then returns to the School.

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7. The parents acknowledge and agree that, unless the Director (or in his/her absence, the

Principal) in his/her sole discretion and in any particular case decides to the contrary, the pupil

shall be required to attend all religious services, classes and functions as deemed necessary by

the Director and which form part of the School curriculum.

8. Non-attendance at school without the School‟s permission and without a proper medical

certificate will render the pupil liable for dismissal from the School.

All pupils are required to participate in the sports programme as laid down by the School.

All pupils, unless a specific objection is made to and accepted by the Director, attend classes on

sex education and alcohol- and drug-abuse.

9. The pupil shall at all times be subject to the rules of the School. The parents acknowledge that

they are aware of the provisions of all such rules. The School shall have the right, at its sole

discretion, to amend any such rules of the School from time to time.

10. Parents hereby give the School permission to conduct drug tests on their son/daughter in

accordance with the School‟s “Substance abuse policy”.

11. It is recorded and agreed that the Director (or in his/her absence, the Principal) is empowered to

suspend and to expel any pupil for any cause judged by him/her to be sufficient, including but

not limited to any breach of any rules referred to in clause 9.

12. The Director (or in his/her absence, the Principal), is authorised and empowered to act in loco

parentis in respect of the pupil, when specific authority cannot reasonably be sought in time,

including, but not limited to, the giving of consent for any medical treatment or medical

operation which in the opinion of such Director or Principal is necessary.

13. The parents are advised to take adequate insurance to cover any loss or damage to any property

of the pupils or the parents, as the School shall not be liable for any such loss or damage.

14. The School shall not be liable to compensate the pupil or the parents for any injuries suffered

by the pupil, or for the death of the pupil at any time, including, but not limited to, whilst the

pupil attends the School or whilst on the School premises, or whilst he/she is engaged in school

sports or other activities or whilst he/she is being transported by or on behalf of the School to

or from any place, and howsoever such injury or death may be caused, including, but not

limited to, injury or death caused by the negligence of the teachers, other employees or any

other pupil of the School, and the parents hereby waive any claim which they might otherwise

have had against the School for such compensation, and the parents furthermore indemnify and

hold the School harmless against any claim brought against it in respect of such compensation.

The parents acknowledge that they have been advised to take adequate insurance for such

compensation.

15. The parents appoint as their domicilium citandi et executandi the residential address stated on

the Acceptance of place on the face hereof, at which address all notices may be given, and all

due process may be served. Any such notice shall, unless the contrary is proved, be deemed to

have been received by the parents at the said address:

15.1 if it is delivered by hand, on the date on which it is so delivered; or

15.2 if it is sent by pre-paid registered mail, on the third day after it has been posted; or

15.3 If it is sent by email, on the date on which it is so delivered.

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16. The parent consents to the jurisdiction of the Magistrate‟s Court act No. 32 of 1944, as

amended, should the unfortunate situation arise whereby legal action is necessary.

17. It is expressly recorded that these conditions of acceptance do not purport to contain all of the

terms and conditions on which the pupil is accepted as such at the School, and that the pupil‟s

attendance at the School, and the parents‟ obligations in respect thereof, may be subject to other

terms and conditions elsewhere recorded or otherwise agreed upon. Notwithstanding the afore

going, however, no variation or amendment of the provisions contained in these conditions of

acceptance shall be of any force or effect unless it is reduced to writing and signed by or on

behalf of the School and the parents.

18. Photographs of Woodhill College learners in their schooling environment may be used for

marketing purposes, from time to time. This does not guarantee a photograph of every child

will be published/utilised.

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Substance abuse:

In order to help our children resist the temptation of drugs, we operate a drug-testing programme.

The School would like to proceed in the spirit of co-operative partnership with parents and pupils in

this programme.

Today‟s adolescents face an increasing number of threats and challenges to both their code of values

and to their right to freedom of choice. Among certain groups, the use of illegal drugs (such as

Dagga, Ecstasy and “Acid”) is perceived as being socially acceptable, and the ready availability of

drugs like dagga, combined with natural curiosity and so-called “peer pressure” can result in

children making decisions which could have negative and long-lasting effects on their lives.

It is in order to protect our children, and support their right to say “No,” that we operate a programme

of drug testing at WOODHILL COLLEGE, based on the principle of reasonable suspicion, as

required by the Minister of Education.

The drug testing will be done by analysing urine samples. A professional will oversee the process.

The results of tests will be dealt with confidentially and sensitively, and will be known only to the

Director, the Principal, the student and his parents, in the first instance. Where pupils have tested

positive, the School counsellor will become part of the process of rehabilitation. This test will be for

the parents‟ account.

The School does not intend involving the South African Police Service unless drug trafficking at the

School is suspected, in which case the School will request the assistance of the police to identify

“dealers” or “pushers.”

Should your child test positive, the following procedure will apply:

1. The parents/legal guardians will be informed and included in the processes that follow.

2. A date will be set for a follow-up test to be done.

3. The pupil could be required to attend a disciplinary committee hearing in which the circumstances

of the substance abuse will be investigated. (Parents may accompany pupils at these hearings.)

4. The pupil will be advised of sanctions which might apply and will be reminded of the

consequence of testing positive a second time.

5. The pupil will be required to participate in an appropriate counselling programme

(for the parent‟s account).

6. Should the pupil test positive in the second test he may be asked to leave the School.

7. Where it is suspected that the pupil has been involved in drug trafficking, the South African Police

Service will be informed and their assistance sought.

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Studies show that children who remain drug-free until the age of eighteen are far less likely to use

drugs as adults than their counterparts who use drugs while still at school. Please help us to protect

and support all our children by completing the attached consent form, and returning it to the College.

Due to the fact that you as parents/guardians have previously signed the ACCEPTANCE OF PLACE

document, which includes the acceptance of the Woodhill College CONSTITUTION, CODE OF

CONDUCT and SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICY, pupils will be subjected to random drug testing as

deemed necessary by the School.

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Aftercare centre: Gr. 000 - 6

1. Only pupils attending Woodhill College will be accommodated in the Aftercare centre

and application to this facility does not guarantee admission.

2. Application to the Aftercare centre must be made through the Principal or Secretary of the

Foundation School.

3. Aftercare will be offered during school terms only.

4. An experienced supervisor is responsible for the running of each centre

5. Gr. 000 – 0 – There will be an assistant for every 15 – 20 children

6. Gr. 1 – 6 – There will be an assistant for every 20 – 25 children

7. Parents will be expected to collect their children on time

A penalty in the form of a fine will be levied on late collection

R 100.00 for the first 30 minutes or part thereof, there after R 150.00 per 30 minutes

8. Parents will be required to sign their children out when they are collected or send a

signed letter with anyone else delegated to collect their child. 9. Children will not be released into the custody of people other than the known parent

without such written advice. In an unforeseen circumstance, this advice can be e-mailed

to the Foundation School Secretary at [email protected] for Gr. 000 – 0 and to the

Preparatory School Secretary at [email protected] for Gr. 1 - 6. The school must be

informed by mid-day, by the parent, if a child is to be absent, whether it is for illness or

any other reason.

10. The Aftercare centre will be closed on public holidays and over weekends.

11. Snack/meal packs are available from the canteen “Woodies food court” for the parents‟

account, if required.

Hours and attendance

Gr. Hours Days of the week

000 - 0 13:00 - 17:30 Monday - Friday

1 - 3 14:30 - 17:30 Monday & Wednesday

1 - 3 13:15 - 17:30 Tuesday, Thursday & Friday

4 - 6 13:30 - 17:30 Monday - Friday

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Gr. Hours Programmes 000 - 0 13:00 - 17:30 The eating of lunch, whether supplied by parents or the canteen,

will be supervised by Aftercare staff.

After this Gr. 000 - 00 children have a rest and Gr. 0 children play

under supervision, do a creative activity or have a story.

A structured programme which is drawn up by the supervisor and

displayed in the Aftercare centre states the weekly activities. At

16:15 all areas are tidied up and an appropriate video is shown.

1 - 6 13:15 - 17:30 These children will join the Aftercare centre when school closes or

after their extra-mural activities.

Lunch will be supervised by the staff.

There will be a quiet room set aside for homework and children

will be supervised.

However, Aftercare staff are not expected to do remedial work, to

give extra lessons, or to do the pupils‟ assignments or reading with

them.

On completion of homework children play board games, cards or

play outside.

Gr. Cost during school terms 000 - 0

1 - 6

R 655.00 per month

R 480.00 per month

Casual Aftercare rate: R 50.00 per afternoon

To be paid to the Foundation School secretary

Note: No pro-rata monthly payments – a debit order instruction for the relevant year has to be

lodged with Woodhill College for 10 months (January – October), dated the first of every

month

Aftercare contact numbers: Marge Maree: 083 237 6840

Mariska Tolken: 076 542 6446

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Code of conduct:

This is an abbreviation of our Code of Conduct. The complete document “Pupil Code of Conduct” is available on request.

Throughout the world successful societies set acceptable norms and standards of behaviour. This

enables them to function successfully. Communities within the society are expected to uphold the

norms and standards and behave in a manner befitting that community – and the society to which

they belong. As an independent school, WOODHILL COLLEGE expects the members of the

College student community to live up to the professional standards of excellence associated with

educational communities of similar standing.

SA Schools Act

In addition to being subject to all the provisions of the Bill of Rights described above, independent

schools are affected by the provisions of the South African Schools Act, No. 84 of 1996 as amended.

While this statute, per definition does cover all schools in SA [see definition of “school” in S1], it is

clear that most sections of the Schools Act are not intended to regulate the activities of

independent schools. The only exceptions to this exclusion are Chapter 3 (“Independent Schools”

S45 to S50), Section 53 (Transition provisions) and Chapter 7 (General Provisions: S58 to S64)

which are applicable to independent schools.

The Schools Act‟s Section 8 / Code of conduct for pupils; 9 / Suspension and expulsion from public

school and 10 / Prohibition of corporal punishment, are not technically applicable to pupils at

registered independent schools.

All parents, guardians, staff members and notably students, are urged to study this Woodhill Code of

Conduct thoroughly in order to understand what is expected of them. A positive attitude and spirit of

co-operation will enable WOODHILL COLLEGE to function successfully to the benefit of all

concerned.

1 THE BASIS OF THE CODE OF CONDUCT 1.1 The College will respect the rights of the child as pronounced in the Constitution of the

Republic of South Africa, particularly the right to dignity, personal privacy and due process.

1.2 Punishment systems will be based on the withdrawal of rights and/or privileges as a member

of WOODHILL COLLEGE and the College will strive to achieve consistency and fairness in

this process.

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2 NON-COMPLIANCE WITH SCHOOL RULES

Membership of the school community is a privilege available to very few people. Within

the school itself, there are many other privileges. To wear our academic and sporting

colours, is one such privilege.

As a member of our community there are also many rights afforded to pupils. Whilst one

tends to earn the privileges, a pupil would expect to be afforded his rights in the school.

In a privileged society there is an understanding of the concept that rights and privileges are

afforded to those who have legitimate claim to them.

Those whose claims are lessened by anti-social behaviour, lose these rights, and may or

may not be given the opportunity to earn them back.

Disciplinary procedures at WOODHILL COLLEGE will take into account these rights and

privileges and will be aimed at withdrawing these from individuals who abuse these rights

and privileges in the school. As a result punishments will be appropriate and corrective in

nature.

A list of the rights and privileges available to WOODHILL COLLEGE students is listed

below:

Rights Privileges 1. Freedom of speech, association and

expression

(within the bounds of school norms)

2. To uninterrupted learning

3. To function free from prejudice and

discrimination

4. Access to normal teaching programme

5. Access to normal sports programme

6. Access to normal cultural programme

7. Access to school facilities serving these

programmes

8. Due process and fair hearing

1. Enrolment at Woodhill College

2. To write matric under the name of

Woodhill College

3. To wear the Woodhill College uniform

4. To wear colours

5. To display awards e.g. Academic tie, etc.

6. To serve the school

7. To hold office

8. To represent the school

9. To represent interest groups

10. To partake in extra-mural activities

11. To drive a motor vehicle

In addition, no Woodhill College computer may be utilised to make obscene, abusive, defamatory of

threatening statements, including the creation of participation of any nature in any so-called “hate

groups” or “hate sites” about any individual on any internet site, including chat rooms and other

applications such as Facebook.

This also includes the rapidly advancing cell phone technology and cell phone applications such as

Mxit. From this follows the obvious conclusion that such statements, even from a private computer

or cell phone, against any member of the Woodhill College community, will be viewed in a serious

light and will be followed by the appropriate disciplinary and legal action.

3 CODE OF DRESS AND APPEARANCE

3.1 SUMMER AND WINTER UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS

Pupils should be aware that they are representatives of WOODHILL COLLEGE at all times

and accept the responsibility of this role. They are instantly recognisable as such when in the

College uniform. Students must wear the correct full and neat uniform appropriate for the

season, the occasion or activity. No mixing of uniform items is permitted.

Parents are asked to mark all items clearly with the pupil‟s name.

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Foundation school: Gr. 000 - 0

Summer - Boys & Girls Winter - Boys & Girls

Bottle green shorts Bottle green trousers

Burgundy or navy golf shirt Burgundy or navy long sleeve golf shirt

Navy dri-mac with crest Navy jersey with crest and stripes

Navy school sun hat with name Navy dri-mac with crest

Tackies or sandals Shoes with socks

Pre-school backpack WHC tracksuit

Polar fleece sweater

Preparatory and High school: Gr. 1 - 12

Summer - Boys Summer - Girls

Grey shorts (Gr. 1 – 6) Tartan skooter/divided pleated skirt (Gr. 1 - 6)

Grey trousers and a plain black belt, no large buckle

allowed (Gr. 7 - 12) Tartan pleated skirt (Gr. 4 - 12)

White short sleeve shirt with crest White short sleeve blouse with crest (Gr. 1 - 6)

Navy jersey with crest and stripes White short sleeve shirt with crest (Gr. 7 - 12)

Knee high grey socks with stripes (with shorts) Navy jersey with crest and stripes

Navy school sun hat/cap with name (Gr. 1 – 6) White ankle socks with stripes

Navy dri-mac with crest Navy school sun hat/cap with name (Gr. 1 – 6)

Black lace-up “school shoes” Navy dri-mac with crest

Pull-over jersey with crest and stripes Black lace-up “school shoes” Navy blazer – to be worn with a tie

Gr. 7 – optional

Gr. 8-12 – compulsory

Navy blazer – to be worn with a tie

Gr. 7 – optional

Gr. 8-12 – compulsory

Pull-over jersey

Preparatory and High school: Gr. 1 - 12

Winter- Boys Winter - Girls

Grey trousers Tartan skooter/divided pleated skirt (Gr. 1 - 6)

White long sleeve shirt Tartan pleated skirt (Gr. 4 - 12)

Tartan tie White long sleeve shirt

Navy jersey with crest and stripes Tartan Sinatra tie

Grey socks Navy jersey with crest and stripes

Navy dri-mac with crest Knee high navy socks with stripes

Black lace-up “school shoes” Navy tights

Navy blazer – to be worn with a tie

Gr. 7 – optional

Gr. 8-12 – compulsory

Navy blazer – to be worn with a tie

Gr. 7 – optional

Gr. 8-12 – compulsory

Polar fleece sweater Black lace-up “school shoes”

Navy school sun hat/cap with name (Gr. 1 – 6) Navy dri-mac with crest

Polar fleece sweater

Navy trousers

Navy school sun hat/cap with name (Gr. 1 – 6)

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Informal uniform/Sport wear: Gr. 1 - 12

Boys Girls Navy quantec sport shorts Navy quantec sport shorts

White golf shirt with navy collar with crest White golf shirt with navy collar with informal crest

Navy track suit with navy collar with crest Navy track suit with navy collar with informal crest

Navy peak Navy peak

Rugby jersey Netball/Hockey skort

Long white socks with stripes

(soccer/hockey/cricket practices) Netball/Hockey shirt

Navy socks (hockey matches) Navy socks (hockey matches)

White rugby/cricket shorts (Gr. 4 -12) Long white socks with stripes (hockey/soccer

practices) Beanie and scarf Short white socks with stripes for netball

Swimming costume Beanie and scarf

Cricket hat Swimming costume

Athletics vest Athletics vest

Soccer jersey (soccer/hockey) Navy tog bag with crest (medium)

Navy tog bag with crest (medium) Navy tog bag (large)

Navy bag (large) Trolley school bag with crest

Trolley school bag with crest Backpack school bag with crest

Backpack school bag with crest Swimming towel with crest

Hair and accessories

Boys Girls Hair must be clean and tidy. It should be

brushed and combed

Hair must be clean and tidy

No unorthodox hair styles e.g. steps, hair

colouring, gel or mousse and no shaven heads

No unorthodox hair styles e.g. steps, no hair

colouring, gel or mousse and no shaven heads

Hair may not be too long - it may not reach the

collar, eyebrows or ears and it must follow the

head shape

Fringes must be cut above the eyebrows

Hair may not be too short - not less than a

number 3

Medium length hair should be securely clipped

back

Boys must be clean shaven Long hair should be tied at the head – no

“fountains” or “horns”

Sideburns may reach halfway down the ear Hair accessories may only be in black or navy

blue and of discreet size and shape

Nails must be clean, neat and no longer than the

end of each finger

Nails must be clean, neat and no longer than the

end of each finger

No accessories or necklaces of any kind. Only

watches and official medical bracelets will be

permitted

No accessories of any kind except watches and

medical bracelets

Any variations of the above for cultural reasons

must first be submitted for approval to the

principal concerned

One pair of sleeper studs may be worn in lowest

pierced hole in the ears

No coloured or tinted nail polish

Any variations of the above for cultural reasons

must first be submitted for approval to the

principal concerned

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3.2 COLLEGE BAGS

3.2.1 Gr. 1 - 12 may only use regulation partitioned book bags.

3.2.2 College book bags and any kit bag should have no writing or drawing on the outside.

Only the student‟s name and telephone number may appear – preferably on a personalised tag

available from Woodhill clothing shop situated on the school‟s premises.

3.2.3 Kit bags must be: (i) kept with the student (ii) left inside the classroom (iii) placed on bag

benches in corridors (iv) or placed in a locker.

3.2.4 Students must take care of their belongings and know where they have been left.

3.2.5 Valuables may be handed in at the College office or to a teacher for safekeeping e.g. money,

cameras, cassettes, CD’s, cellular phones, etc. I-pods and cell phones may not be used

during school hours. The school will not be liable for loss, theft damage to cellular phones

etc.

3.2.6 Please note well – any student who interferes with the bag of another student/person without

permission, will be considered guilty of theft and may be asked to leave the College.

4 DANGEROUS SUBSTANCES AND DANGEROUS TOYS 4.1 Prescription medication must be handed to the class teacher in lower grades or to the College

secretary in higher grades. Clear written instructions regarding time or administration and

dosage must accompany the medication.

4.2 Any other drugs, chemicals, alcohol, cigarettes, matches, lighters, fireworks, explosives and

obscene material and the like, is regarded as dangerous and may not be brought to the

College.

4.3 Dangerous toys or weapons are not acceptable on the College premises, e.g. catapults, guns,

darts and dart guns, toy or look-alike guns, flares and knives of any description.

4.4 Where reasonable suspicion of a problem exists, the College reserves the right to randomly

search lockers or bags.

4.5 If reasonable evidence exists that a student is using narcotic or dangerous substances, the

College also reserves the right to conduct a substance abuse test under parental supervision.

Failure to comply may result in the student being asked to leave the College.

5 RESPECT FOR COLLEGE PROPERTY

Where self-respect exists, there is self-discipline and respect in all areas. Parents need to play

an active role in developing self-discipline in their children. It follows that students will

respect the property of others and in particular that of the College.

6 HOMEWORK

6.1 Homework must always be completed by the date set.

6.2 No marks will be given for work not handed in on time.

6.3 Work left at home is considered not done.

6.4 If personal circumstances prevent the completion of homework, a note from the parent -

addressed to the Principal – is expected. This is to be handed to the teacher concerned.

6.5 Extra effort must be made to catch up on work missed while absent.

6.6 Thorough preparation must be done for all tests and examinations.

6.7 All pupils must hand in projects that reflect their own, original work. Pupils will not allow

other pupils to copy their work. Where a secondary source has been used, pupils must

acknowledge and reference (which includes a full reference list of all sources as proof).

Woodhill College does not tolerate plagiarism.

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7 DAILY COLLEGE ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS

Pupils are required to be present for the entire College day.

7.1 Truancy

Or any absence from school without permission is an extremely serious offence. The matter

will be taken up by the Disciplinary Committee and may lead to expulsion from the College.

If a student is absent from even one lesson without the permission of the teacher concerned,

this is considered as truancy.

7.2 Absenteeism

7.2.1 When a student is unable to attend College, a parent or guardian must contact the College

reception. The information and reasons why will be passed to the relevant teacher.

7.2.2 When returning to College the student must bring an absentee note from a parent - addressed

to the Principal. This should be handed to the grade teacher and will be attached to the class

register.

7.2.3 A doctor‟s certificate is also required when a student is absent during part of or all of test or

examination days.

7.2.4 Appointments to see Medical Practitioners (or for other important reasons) during College

hours should only be made by parents if no other opportunity exists or in the case of an

emergency.

7.2.5 In this case the student must report to the College secretary with a note signed by the parent

explaining the circumstances and stating the time of collection.

7.2.6 A “Permission to Leave Early” slip will be given and this must be handed to the teacher. This

note must be signed by the Principal or Deputy Principal.

7.2.7 The teacher will allow the student to leave the class in good time. Students will wait in the

reception foyer to be collected by their parents. Fit students must return to College

immediately after the appointment. Students, who are unwell and not able to return the same

day, must present a doctor‟s certificate on the day they return to College and the parents must

inform the school.

7.3 Lateness for College

The College urges parents to ensure that students arrive on time. Instilling punctuality is of

great importance both as a courtesy, in developing self-discipline and to save valuable time.

When late, a student is expected to be responsible for reporting to College Reception with a

note from the parent or guardian. The time of arrival will be recorded and the class teacher

informed.

7.4 Pupils may not enter the following areas without the supervision of a teacher or responsible

adult. (Library, Swimming pool, Auditorium, Science lab and Techno lab and Art room).

7.5 All deliveries to pupils to be taken to the school admin office (lunch, kit etc). No visits to the

classrooms during normal teaching time.

7.6 All channels of communication must be adhered to.

8 THE CO-OPERATION OF PARENTS It is never possible to run any College successfully without the co-operation of parents.

Their input and support is vital and welcomed. The above Code of Conduct is based on the

considerable experience of a number of premier schools together with the professional

experience of long serving, dedicated teachers. Our vision for Woodhill College is to be

amongst the best of premier schools in the country. Towards this end, we respectfully suggest

the following guidelines to parents:

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8.1 Please attend as many Parents‟ days and Parents‟ meetings as possible. This will keep you up

to date and enable you to participate in certain College matters and decisions.

8.2 Offer to volunteer for certain activities, however humble. Your assistance will alleviate the

load on teachers and involve you more directly.

8.3 Do not hesitate to contact the Principal for an appointment should you wish to discuss

anything in the Code of Conduct or other matters concerning the College.

8.4 Do not contact staff at home on College matters. They are entitled to privacy.

8.5 Make appointments with teachers at a time convenient to them either before lessons begin or

immediately after the final period. Teachers may not receive visitors during class periods.

8.6 If unable to keep an appointment, attempt to notify the teacher in good time.

8.7 Inform the College immediately of any change of address, telephone number, personal details

or contacts, however temporary. The College may need to contact you urgently.

8.8 Inform the College of any trauma or emotional disturbance in your child‟s life. Knowing a

problem exists often helps to understand out-of-character behaviour. Qualified staff members

may be able to help.

8.9 If at any time you feel your child has been victimised or treated unjustly, contact the Principal

immediately. Please do not give vent in public before you have all the details. A wrongful

impression is damaging to both the College and the parent body.

8.10 Try not to criticise or undermine a teacher in front of any student. This will result in a

negative attitude and non-productivity. It is the student who suffers most, not the teacher.

The matter, however trivial it may seem, must be brought to the Principal‟s attention,

investigated and dealt with in a dignified manner.

8.11 Check and sign homework diaries.

8.12 If there is reason to believe that too much or too little homework is given or your child says

often that there is no homework – check with the teacher.

8.13 Be conscientious about providing notes when your child is ill and a doctor‟s certificate after

missing an examination/test or an absence of more than two days.

Standardised tests are regarded as mini-examinations. Should a pupil miss a test, a

medical certificate will be required. Pupils will need to write an alternative test on the

first Friday after return in the detention class. Extra tests will not be set for pupils who

opt to go on vacation. Zero will be given for abovementioned situations.

8.14 Remember that a note is also required if a test or examination is missed. Such dates are often

written in homework diaries or printed out by the College.

8.15 Personal coaching of your child while taking part in sporting activities is not allowed.

8.16 Finally, adopt the same positive attitude that you would expect from your child.

8.17 In addition, no Woodhill College computer may be utilized to make obscene, abusive,

defamatory or threatening statements, including the creation or participation of any nature in

any so-called “hate groups” or “hate sites” about any individual on any internet site, including

chat rooms and other applications such as Facebook.

This also includes the rapidly advancing cell phone technology and cell phone applications

such as MXit. From this follows the obvious conclusion that such statements, even from a

private computer or cell phone, against any member of the Woodhill College community, will

be viewed in a serious light and will be followed by the appropriate disciplinary and legal

action.

8.18 All students must hand in projects that reflect their own, original work. Students will not

allow other students to copy their work. Where a secondary source has been used, pupils must

acknowledge and reference (which includes a full reference list of all sources as proof).

Woodhill College does not tolerate plagiarism.

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School uniform:

Foundation school:

Gr. 000 - 0

Summer - Boys & Girls Winter - Boys & Girls

Bottle green shorts Bottle green trousers

Burgundy or navy golf shirt Burgundy or navy long sleeve golf shirt

Navy dri-mac with crest Navy jersey with crest and stripes

Navy school sun hat with name Navy dri-mac with crest

Tackies or sandals Shoes with socks

Pre-school backpack WHC tracksuit

Polar fleece sweater

Preparatory and High school:

Gr. 1 - 12

Summer - Boys Summer- Girls

Grey shorts (Gr. 1 - 6) Tartan skooter/divided pleated skirt (Gr. 1 - 6)

Grey trousers and a plain black belt, no large buckle

allowed (Gr. 7 - 12) Tartan pleated skirt (Gr. 4 - 12)

White short sleeve shirt with crest White short sleeve blouse with crest (Gr. 1 - 6)

Navy jersey with crest and stripes White short sleeve shirt with crest (Gr. 7 - 12)

Knee high grey socks with stripes (with shorts) Navy jersey with crest and stripes

Navy school sun hat/cap with name (Gr. 1-6) White ankle socks with stripes

Navy dri-mac with crest Navy school sun hat/cap with name (Gr. 1-6)

Black lace-up “school shoes” Navy dri-mac with crest

Pull-over jersey with crest and stripes Black lace-up “school shoes”

Navy blazer – to be worn with a tie

Gr. 7 : optional

Gr. 8 - 12 : compulsory

Navy blazer – to be worn with a tie

Gr. 7 : optional

Gr. 8 - 12 : compulsory

Pull-over jersey

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Preparatory and High school:

Gr. 1 - 12

Winter- Boys Winter - Girls

Grey trousers Tartan skooter/divided pleated skirt (Gr. 1 - 6)

White long sleeve shirt Tartan pleated skirt (Gr. 4 - 12)

Tartan tie White long sleeve shirt

Navy jersey with crest and stripes Tartan Sinatra tie

Grey socks Navy jersey with crest and stripes

Navy dri-mac with crest Knee high navy socks with stripes

Black lace-up “school shoes” Navy tights

Navy blazer – to be worn with a tie

Gr. 7 : optional

Gr. 8 – 12 : compulsory

Navy blazer – to be worn with a tie

Gr. 7 : optional

Gr. 8 - 12 : compulsory

Polar fleece sweater Black lace-up “school shoes”

Navy dri-mac with crest

Polar fleece sweater

Navy trousers

Informal uniform/Sport wear

Gr. 1 - 12

Boys Girls Navy quantec sport shorts Navy quantec sport shorts

White golf shirt with navy collar with crest White golf shirt with navy collar with informal crest

Navy track suit with navy collar with crest Navy track suit with navy collar with informal crest

Navy peak Navy peak

Rugby jersey Netball/Hockey skort

Long white socks with stripes

(soccer/hockey/cricket practices) Netball/Hockey shirt

Navy socks (hockey matches) Navy socks (hockey matches)

White rugby/cricket shorts (Gr. 4 -12) Long white socks with stripes (hockey/soccer

practices) Beanie and scarf Short white socks with stripes for netball

Swimming costume Beanie and scarf

Cricket hat Swimming costume

Athletics vest Athletics vest

Soccer jersey (soccer/hockey) Navy tog bag with crest (medium)

Navy tog bag with crest (medium) Navy tog bag (large)

Navy bag (large) Trolley school bag with crest

Trolley school bag with crest Backpack school bag with crest

Backpack school bag with crest Swimming towel with crest

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Uniform price list:

Item Price Athletics vest R100 - R250 Anklets (white) R 25 - R 35 Back pack R130 - R200 Beanie R 40 - R 60 Blazer (polyester) R470 - R510 Blouses (girls) R 90 - R120 High School shirts (girls) R125 - R140 Cap R 50 - R 60 Cap (swimming) R 60 - R 70 Dri-mac R195 - R250 Gloves (navy blue) R 25 Grey trousers R120 - R295 Grey shorts R 70 - R 95 Hat (navy blue) R100 - R130 Trousers (bottle green) R105 - R130 Jersey (rugby) R250 - R395 Jersey R115 - R175 Jersey – pullover R100 - R165 Polar fleece sweater R120 - R165 Scarf R 90 - R100 School bag (briefcase) R 75 Scrunchie (set for hair) R 40 Shirt – golf (burgundy/navy blue) R100 - R135 Shirt – house R 50 - R 70 Shirt – long sleeve (boys) R 65 - R 95

Shirt – short sleeve (boys) R 90 - R120

Shirt – short sleeve collar (High School) R 70 - R100

Shirt – sports (golf shirt) R100 - R170

Shorts – (bottle green) R 75 - R 95

Shorts – lycra R 85 - R120

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Item Price Shorts – sports R100 - R175 Shorts – rugby R 70 - R 95 Skort – hockey/netball R160 - R180 Shirt – hockey/netball R135 - R160 Skirt – tartan (pleated) R125 - R250 Skooter (tartan) R125 - R200 Soccer jersey/hockey R130 - R250 Socks (grey – bobby) R 30 - R 45 Socks (navy blue – bobby) R 33 - R 45 Socks – white sport R 40 Socks – navy sport (hockey) R 40 - R 60

Socks – navy sport (hockey matches) R 40 - R 60

Swimming costume (boys) R 85 - R110 Swimming costume (Speedo boys jammer) R200 - R350 Swimming costume (boys jammer) R160 - R200 Swimming costume (girls) R125 - R200 Swimming costume (Speedo girls) R200 - R300 Tights woollen R 35 - R 60 Trousers, navy (girls) R135 - R160 Tie – tartan (boys) R 40 Tie – tartan (college) R 45 Tie – Sinatra (girls) R 35 - R 40 Tights (navy blue) R 25 Tog bag R170 - R220 Track suit pants R160 - R300

Track suit top R195 - R350

Trolley bag R345

Woodhill outfitters – The school uniform shop

Trading hours: Monday to Friday: 07h00 – 08h00

Tuesdays: 12h30 – 14h00

Wednesdays: 12h30 – 14h00

Saturdays: By appointment only

Contact Numbers

Sharon Catterick - 082 355 1586

Sonja James - 083 310 8713

Lesley Tridente - 082 444 5341

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