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Michaelhouse Founded in 1896, Michaelhouse is a South African full boarding senior school for boys. It is located in the Balgowan valley in the Midlands of KwaZulu-Natal.
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The Spear's Index 2025 recognises Michaelhouse as one of the world's 100 leading private schools. Michaelhouse, the Anglican Diocesan College of Natal, was founded in 1896 and is a South African boarding school for senior boys, with an international reputation. Situated on a secure estate in the beautiful Midlands of KwaZulu-Natal, the school has a fully residential staff which facilitates a high level of pastoral care and interaction with the pupils. The distinctive architecture of the inter-linked quadrangles inspires a tremendous sense of belonging amongst the 600 boys. Michaelhouse is a school of established heritage with an innate respect for the individual. It is this long held tradition that distinguishes Michaelhouse from other senior boys' schools. We believe that going to senior school is as much about finding one's niche in life as having the freedom and encouragement to explore it and to become the best one can be. MICHAELHOUSE FACEBOOK RULES

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Well done to the following Michaelhouse boys who have been selected for KwaZulu-Natal Inland Tuskers Provincial Squads 🔴...
20/10/2026

Well done to the following Michaelhouse boys who have been selected for KwaZulu-Natal Inland Tuskers Provincial Squads

🔴⚖️⚪U19 National Week Squad: Benjamin Heuer, Liam O'Dwyer, Cody Sander and Thandanani Zuma
🔴⚖️⚪U17 Regional Week Squad: Wonga Mlonzi, Riley Muir, Matthew Southwood, Nishay Sudhoowa and Rex Wardlaw
🔴⚖️⚪U16 National Week Squad: Jack Campbell, Adam Cooke and Nishay Sudhoowa (Non-Travelling Reserve)
🔴⚖️⚪U15 Black Squad: James Buys and Daniel Rees
🔴⚖️⚪U15 Blue Squad: Luke Mallet

Congratulations also, to both Mr Tumelo Khabele and Mr Vincent Jordaan who have been selected to represent KwaZulu-Natal as U17 Regional Week Squad Manager, and U16 National Week Squad Assistant Coach respectively.

WEEKEND FIXTURESFor those able to come out and support our boys in person, please find the list of upcoming fixtures, wi...
20/10/2026

WEEKEND FIXTURES

For those able to come out and support our boys in person, please find the list of upcoming fixtures, with some matches starting tomorrow. All the best, gents!

Last Wednesday, Hilton College hosted the annual De Wet Cup, with Michaelhouse’s team, led by Henry Love, travelling to ...
19/10/2026

Last Wednesday, Hilton College hosted the annual De Wet Cup, with Michaelhouse’s team, led by Henry Love, travelling to compete against Hilton’s top ten players.

Despite challenging rainy conditions building up to the event, our boys delivered an outstanding performance, remaining unbeaten throughout the day to secure the title for the third consecutive year. The matches were played in a wonderful spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie, reflecting the mutual respect between the two schools.

Congratulations to all the boys on an excellent achievement, and especially to Henry Love, Ben Heuer and Sam Heath, who played their final match for Michaelhouse.

WEEKEND FIXTURESFor those coming out to support our cricket and basketball teams against Durban High School, please see ...
17/10/2026

WEEKEND FIXTURES

For those coming out to support our cricket and basketball teams against Durban High School, please see today’s fixtures. All the best boys!

As our A-Block boys prepare for their final examinations, the Makan Centre transformed one of its breakaway rooms into a...
16/10/2026

As our A-Block boys prepare for their final examinations, the Makan Centre transformed one of its breakaway rooms into a 'De-Stress Tank' this week.

This is a space where the boys can recharge their batteries and reset their minds - whether it's reading a chapter of a good book, playing a quick game of Jenga or Pick-Up Sticks, tackling a word search, adding to our community colouring page, or testing their aim with our Stress Ball Bin Toss Challenge.

While these activities won't help them pass their exams, they are aimed at supporting the boys’ wellbeing during this demanding time. After all, a refreshed mind is often a more productive one.

We wish our Matrics every success and peace of mind during the examination period. All the best boys!

15/10/2026

We live in a world of fast scrolling, but grandparents have a way of teaching us to slow down and savour the moment.

On Sunday, we celebrated one of our favourite days of the year, Grandparents’ Day.

Our chapel service was inspiring, and it was special to hear our grandparents and grandsons singing together and see them sharing in communion. Performances from our marimbas, choirs, orchestra, jazz band, and drama students entertained, and our visual arts students created some art pieces especially for the day.

Our boys had the honour of chaperoning and sharing lunch with their grandparents. It was a wonderful and meaningful meeting of the ages.

Because so many poignant moments were captured, we couldn’t bring ourselves to leave much on the cutting room floor. The result is a longer video than usual.

If you are short on time today, feel free to watch at 2x speed! But in a world that moves too fast, maybe a slightly slower, longer reflection is just what we need to honour the people who taught us patience and unconditional love in the first place.

To all our grandparents, thank you for the irreplaceable role you play in your grandsons' lives. Grab a cup of tea, settle in, and enjoy the memories.



Photo credit: Ian Crawford and Neo Masenya

"A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way." (J. Maxwell)Following yesterday’s announcement of ...
13/10/2026

"A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way." (J. Maxwell)

Following yesterday’s announcement of our Senior Prefect, Jaydon Jubber, today we proudly announced our Second Prefect, Luneziwe Mshengu, alongside our newly appointed Heads of Houses.

🔴⚖️⚪FOUNDERS - Rex Wardlaw Cordwalles Preparatory School
🔴⚖️⚪EAST - William Aylward (St Johns)
🔴⚖️⚪WEST - Ben Hughes - Durban Preparatory High School
🔴⚖️⚪FARFIELD - Jed Reilly - Durban Preparatory High School
🔴⚖️⚪TATHAM - Nic Wulfsohn - Cordwalles Preparatory School
🔴⚖️⚪PASCOE - Luneziwe Mshengu (Second Prefect) - Cordwalles Preparatory School
🔴⚖️⚪BAINES - Banathi Sabelo - CliftonPrep, Durban
🔴⚖️⚪MACKENZIE - Kganya Mondlane - Knights Preparatory School
🔴⚖️⚪RALFE - Akhona Sayeeda - Winterton Primary
🔴⚖️⚪McCORMICK - Calum van Zyl - Trinityhouse Randpark Ridge
🔴⚖️⚪McCORMICK - Jaydon Jubber (Senior Prefect) - Laerskool Helderkruin

Leadership is both a privilege and a responsibility. We wish our newly appointed prefects strength and wisdom as they step into these vital roles and serve our school community.

Please join us in congratulating them and wishing them all the best in their leadership journey.

Congratulations to Jaydon Jubber, elected as our Senior Prefect for 2027!The reaction in assembly this morning spoke for...
12/10/2026

Congratulations to Jaydon Jubber, elected as our Senior Prefect for 2027!

The reaction in assembly this morning spoke for itself - a unanimous roar from the boys that left no doubt about the respect and trust that Jaydon already holds.

Jaydon takes over the reins from Max Oliva, who has served the school with outstanding dedication and warmth throughout his tenure.

Leading the school as Senior Prefect is a significant responsibility, but Jaydon exemplifies our values of integrity and humility that exemplify Michaelhouse leadership. We have no doubt that he will serve the school with distinction and strength.

We wish Jaydon all the very best as he steps into his role to lead the boys into the year ahead.

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R103, Nottingham Road
Nottingham Road
3275

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
Thursday 08:00 - 16:30
Friday 08:00 - 16:30

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+27332341000

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