St Anne's Diocesan College

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our dear colleague, Trish Wilson, who passed away peacefully.

For 16 years, Trish served the St Anne’s community with dedication as our school Accountant. Through her professionalism, kindness and steadfast commitment to the school, she became a much-loved member of our staff and an integral part of daily life at St Anne’s.

Trish will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and working alongside her.

Our thoughts and prayers are with her son, Omar, family and friends during this difficult time.

“Those we love don’t go away; they walk beside us every day.”

💙 To celebrate and honour the life of Trish Wilson, a Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, 25 June at 15h00 in the St Anne’s Chapel.

With heartfelt sympathy,
The St Anne’s Community

DANCERS SHINE AT INTERNATIONAL DANCE OPEN SOUTH AFRICA 💙

Congratulations to four talented St Anne’s dancers who recently competed at the prestigious International Dance Open South Africa in Durban, achieving outstanding results across multiple disciplines.

💙 Jessica Buxton Foreman:
1st place in the Silver Section (Acrobatics Solo)
2nd place in the Silver Section (Acrobatics Solo)
4th place in the Silver Section (Modern Solo)

💙 Ore Sachane:
2nd place in the Gold Section (Jazz Solo)
1st place in the Silver Section (Trio)
2nd place in the Bronze Section (Contemporary Group)

💙 Katie Heenan:
1st place in the Silver Section (Tap Solo)
1st place in the Bronze Section (Modern Solo)
1st place in the Bronze Section (Jazz Solo)

💙 Mimi Oliver:
10th place in the Bronze Section (Lyrical Solo)

Jessica, Katie and Ore combined their talents to secure 3rd place in the Silver Section Jazz Group Dance.

Adding to these excellent achievements, Ore Sachane was awarded the prestigious “Dancer with the Most Potential Overall” accolade at the conclusion of the competition.

In a further testament to their dedication and talent, all four dancers qualified for Team South Africa and have earned the opportunity to represent South Africa internationally in Dubai or Croatia next year.

Well done, girls. 💙

THE THINGS WE CARRY | MATRIC ART EXHIBITION 2026

St Anne’s Diocesan College and Hilton College proudly present their annual Matric Art Exhibition, showcasing learners’ process work inspired by this year’s IEB theme, The Things We Carry.

Open to the public from 21–31 July, Monday to Friday, between 08h00 and 16h00, at Hilton College.

Through a diverse collection of artworks, visitors are invited to explore the memories, emotions and experiences that shape our identities, revealing the stories we carry with us throughout our lives.

All are welcome.

GOLF AND PADEL DAY 💙

“It was a truly special day filled with connection, community and the wonderful spirit of St Anne’s. We are so grateful to everyone who contributed to making the event such a success — our generous sponsors, parents, Old Girls, staff and the wider St Anne’s community. Your support and enthusiasm continues to strengthen the bonds that make this community so unique.”

— Mrs Mosa Mkhize, Chair of the St Anne’s Old Girls’ Guild

On 04 June, a new addition to the St Anne’s calendar was introduced with the St Anne’s, in collaboration with the St Anne’s Old Girls’ Guild, Golf and Padel Day. Despite the weather, a wonderful day was enjoyed by all.

A heartfelt thank you to our St Anne’s community and our generous sponsors for your unwavering support and enthusiasm.

As we look ahead, we are excited to welcome you back next year as we celebrate the 150th anniversary of St Anne’s. 💙

This Youth Day, we honour the courage of the young people who helped shape our nation’s future and celebrate the power of today’s youth to shape what comes next.

At St Anne’s, we believe in nurturing young women of significance, who are grounded in purpose, inspired to serve and ready to make a meaningful difference in the world.

May we continue to encourage our girls to find their voices, embrace opportunities and lead with integrity and courage. 💙

Catch up on the latest Sports Round-up, 10 June 2026.💙

KZN BASKETBALL SELECTION

Congratulations to Carla Hounsell on her selection to the KZN Marlins Basketball Team, competing in the Basketball National League (BNL).

All the best for an exciting season ahead, Carla. 💙

SUPPORTING OLIVE NOEL 🌸

The St Anne’s and Laddsworth communities are rallying behind Old Girl, Keira Noel née Kerr (2004, Macrorie), and her nine-year-old daughter, Olive, who has recently undergone a life-changing stem cell transplant in the Netherlands.

From the time she was a baby, Olive’s life has been shaped by Diamond Blackfan Anaemia (DBA), a rare genetic condition that meant receiving blood transfusions every three weeks.
This year, her journey took a remarkable turn when she underwent a life-changing stem cell transplant in the Netherlands, a significant step towards a brighter future.

The stem cell transplant offers hope for a future free from constant hospital visits and medical uncertainty. However, the journey is far from over. Olive and her family face months of recovery abroad, bringing significant emotional and financial challenges.

We invite our St Anne’s community to stand alongside the Noel family by donating, sharing Olive’s story, and keeping them in your thoughts and prayers during this critical stage of her recovery. 🩷

To donate, please click the link.

https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/olives-stem-cell-transplant-fund~2

KZN MIDLANDS YOUTH CHOIR

Warm congratulations to Charis Donkin, Naomi Fredlund, Kay-Anne Lindsay and Lily Perry on their selection to the prestigious KZN Midlands Youth Choir for 2026.

As members of the choir, they will have the opportunity to perform for international choirs and renowned choral conductors from around the world, including representatives from Sweden, Denmark and Vienna, at the Summa Cum Laude (SCL) Youth Music Festival and Choral Competition, taking place at Sun City in August.

The choir has also received a special invitation to present its African programme at the SCL on Tour event, providing an exciting opportunity to showcase its artistry on a global stage.

We are incredibly proud of these talented Ladies in Blue and wish them every success as they prepare for this unforgettable musical experience. 💙