Highbury Old Boys

22/09/2026

We love seeing Highbury Old Boys doing great things!

14/09/2026

There is always someone at Highbury to guide, support and encourage you. That’s why they call it the Highbury family.

At Highbury, every boy has the opportunity to discover where he belongs and what he loves. From sound academics and a wide range of sporting opportunities to cultural activities, music and the arts, there is a place for every boy to grow and thrive.

Chapel provides a special opportunity each week to pause, connect with God and reflect on the values that guide us. With 15 instruments to choose from and a school orchestra, boys can discover and develop their musical talents, while our extensive sporting programme encourages teamwork, discipline and perseverance.

Most importantly, Highbury is a place where boys are nurtured, supported and challenged to become young men of honour, integrity and character — ready to make a meaningful contribution to the world around them.

This is the Highbury family.

10/09/2026

In 1989, Highbury’s first weather station was opened, fulfilling a dream of teacher and Robinsons Housemaster, Mr Hoddy Hodson.

Sixteen Standard 6 boys formed the new Meteorology Club and took responsibility for recording daily rainfall, maximum and minimum temperatures, wind speed and direction, cloud cover and air pressure.

The weather station still stands today beside the McMillan Cricket Oval, while the original weather records can be found in the Highbury Museum, documenting the weather at Highbury day by day.

Some fascinating records from 1989 include a highest temperature of 35°C, a lowest of 6°C and an incredible 496mm of rain in November. On 20 March, 26mm of rain fell in just 10 minutes.

We wonder how many of those boys went on to work in meteorology, or have used the skills they learned at Highbury in their careers?

Do you have memories of Mr Hodson, the weather station or the Meteorology Club? We would love to hear them.

08/09/2026

The Q3 Highbury Old Boys Newsletter is here!

We’re delighted to share the people, memories, milestones and stories that keep the Highbury family connected, wherever life may have taken you.

Inside this edition:
- Moments from our Matric 5-Year Reunion
- Memories and news from Old Boys around the world
- The latest happenings at Highbury
- Old Boys achievements at senior schools
- The growing legacy of Sons of Old Boys

Read the Q3 Highbury Old Boys Newsletter:
https://hps.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Q3-HOB-Newsletter-2026-final.pdf

And remember, we’d love to hear from you! Send us your news, achievements and memories so we can continue sharing the stories of our Highbury Old Boys community. [email protected]

Jamais Arrière – Never Behind.

04/09/2026

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03/09/2026

Did you know that the now-famous fountain in front of the Dining Hall was erected in 1999 as a leaving gift from the Grade 7 Class of 1999?

More than 25 years later, it remains part of the Highbury landscape, enjoyed by generations of boys and a lasting reminder of the legacy left by the Class of 1999.

02/09/2026

Congratulations to James Magor!

Congratulation to the following boys on making KZN Soccer selections🔥⚽.
They will be going on tour during the upcoming school holidays.

We wish them everything of the best!

31/08/2026

Memories from 70 years ago..

Malcolm Glennie (Class of 1959) spent six years as a boarder at Highbury, arriving as a timid eight-year-old in January 1954 and leaving in December 1959. He remembers Granny McMillan still living on the school grounds and fondly recalls the sight of "Granny's" old car being used to tow the grass cutter. Her son, Elliott McMillan, was Headmaster when Malcolm first arrived. Following Elliott's passing in 1954, "Sholto" took over the leadership of the school, beginning an era that Malcolm believes helped define Highbury.

"I think Sholto made some very astute teaching appointments. Young enthusiastic teachers both in the classrooms and on the sports fields." Malcolm remains in contact with several of his fellow Highbury classmates, and together they still reflect on how fortunate they were to have been taught by such dedicated staff. "While being away from home for large portions of each year was not easy, my years at Highbury were happy and rewarding."

By his final years at the school, Malcolm had established himself as one of the finest all-round pupils of his generation. He captained the Rugby XV, the Cricket XI, and the Hockey team, demonstrating exceptional leadership and maturity well beyond his years. He was awarded the prize for Most Improved Cricketer and formed part of an outstanding cricket side that included future South African great Mike Procter. The 1959 Highbury yearbook states: "It could be said that primarily our sport successes have been due to the prowess of three boys, Malcolm Glennie, Michael Procter and Jebb McIntosh."

In recognition of his outstanding contribution to school life, Malcolm was awarded the prestigious Keith Wimble Cup for the boy who has done the most for the school as well as the Argus Group Bursary to Hilton College, where he continued to excel, later serving as a prefect. Years later, Malcolm and his wife Bev, were invited by Mike and Maryna Procter to attend the naming of the Mike Procter Pavilion as their guests. His memories remind us that while trophies gather dust, values and friendships remain for life.

27/08/2026

Serving as both a teacher and Boarding Master from 1976 to 1978, Mr Phillips and his family lived in the small cottage that once stood alongside the boarding house, an area that has since become part of today's Grade R classrooms.

The Phillips family had a much-loved dog named Frodo, who quickly became something of a Highbury celebrity. To the delight of the boys, Frodo learnt to open the classroom door all by himself, often making a perfectly timed entrance that never failed to raise a laugh.

25/08/2026

A fantastic achievement by Jesse Ruscoe and Asher Hollister, Highbury Grade 7 Class of 2023, competing against some of South Africa’s top amateur golfers. We’re incredibly proud to see our Highbury Old Boys continuing to excel and making their mark beyond the Highbury gates.

Jesse Ruscoe and Asher Hollister recently competed in the prestigious KZN Amateur Stroke Play Championship at Mount Edgecombe Country Club, one of KwaZulu-Natal’s premier amateur golf events. The tournament attracts many of the country’s top amateur golfers, who travel from across South Africa to compete.
Following a wet start to the week, playing conditions proved challenging on both courses. After opening rounds of 18 holes on The Lakes Course and 18 holes on The Woods Course, Jesse produced an outstanding performance to finish in 7th place overall, making him the highest-placed KwaZulu-Natal player in the field. Asher also performed admirably, securing 21st place in a highly competitive tournament.
Congratulations to both players on their excellent achievements and for representing the school with distinction.👏🏌