Victoria Park High School

Phase 3 Underway at the Dave Weinronk Sports Fields! 🌱⚽

Exciting progress is being made on the installation of our automated irrigation system, with Phase 3 now in full swing. These photographs capture Mr. Coetzee overseeing the trenching and pipe-laying that will help transform our fields and ensure they remain in excellent condition throughout the year.

A sincere thank you to Mr. Coetzee for his dedication, vision, and hard work in continually enhancing our Dave Weinronk facilities. We look forward to reaping the benefits of this investment and providing our learners with outstanding sporting facilities for years to come.

Two weeks down, VP! And guess what? You’ve earned a little breathing room. WELCOME TO WEEK 3! 🪵🔋

The best part of this week? No exams on Monday (Special School Holiday) or Tuesday (Youth Day)! 🙌 Enjoy the long weekend, recharge those batteries, but make sure you’re ready to lock back in on Wednesday, 17 June.

Please take note of the unique schedule for Week 3 (Monday 15 June – Friday 19 June).

💡 Important Highlights for Week 3:

Monday 15 June: Special School Holiday (No exams)

Tuesday 16 June: Youth Day Public Holiday (No exams)

Wednesday 17 June: Exams resume promptly at 09:00. Please check your afternoon (14:00) sessions carefully this week.

Parents, enjoy the long weekend with your children, but please help them maintain a good study routine for Wednesday's papers. Keep going, VP family—the finish line is getting closer! 💚

🏫 WE ARE HIRING! 🏫
Victoria Park High School is looking for a passionate and qualified educator to join our team in a temporary capacity. If you are "Prepared for Life" and ready to inspire the next generation of financial minds, we want to hear from you!

💼 Position Details:
Role: Accounting Teacher (Part-Time)
Grades: 8 – 10
Type: Temporary Governing Body Post

What We Are Looking For:
Qualified educator (3 years of teaching experience is highly recommended).
SACE registered (required).
Proof of qualifications and a copy of your ID must be included in your application.
Bonus: No extra-mural responsibilities are required for this post!

🗓️ Important Dates:
Closing Date for Applications: 22 June 2026
Commencement of Duty: 21 July 2026
Contract End Date: 23 September 2026

📲 How to Apply:
Don't wait! Tap the link or scan the QR code on our official flyer to complete the Google questionnaire and submit your application.

👉 Apply Here via Google Forms: https://forms.gle/cAhWz8bZJ4HduJT28 👈

⚠️ Please note: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

One week down, VP family! Good luck to all our learners and teachers as we head into Week 2 of the June Examinations (Monday 8 June – Friday 12 June). 🗓️✨

Here is the complete Week 2 timetable to ensure everyone stays on top of their sessions.

💡 Quick Reminders for Week 2:

Double-check those afternoon slots: We have several 14:00 sessions this week (including Grade 12 Languages and Tourism, Grade 11 English and Business Studies, and Grade 10 Languages).

Give yourself plenty of time to get to your venues (Thorp Hall, Blake Hall, Auditorium, or Labs).

Keep pushing through—your hard work is paying off!

Keep your hydration up, stick to your study schedule, and don't take your foot off the pedal. You are Prepared for Life—let's dominate Week 2! 💚💪

📢 IMPORTANT UPDATE: Revised June Exam Timetable 📝
Lock in, VP!

Due to the unexpected school closures today and tomorrow (Wednesday, 03 June and Thursday, 04 June), our exam schedule has been compressed. Our management team has carefully revised the timetable to keep both learners and teachers on track.

This updated schedule is now pinned to the top of our page! Please review the attached official document, Please keep in mind that these dates are subject to change based on any further directives from the Department of Education, but we will keep you posted the second we know more.

To all our learners: use this extra time wisely to prep and plan accordingly! You’ve put in the hours, so don't let this bump in the road slow you down. To our incredible teachers: thank you for guiding us through every twist and turn.

We are Prepared for Life—and definitely prepared to tackle these papers. Let’s do this, team green!

📢 IMPORTANT EXAM UPDATE: Revised Timetable 📝
Hey VP Family! 💚

Due to the unexpected school closures today (Wednesday, 03 June) and tomorrow (Thursday, 04 June), we have had to compress and revise our June examination schedule to keep everyone on track.

The management team has put the best interests of our learners and teachers first to ensure a fair and smooth transition. Please note that while this is the current plan, it is subject to change based on any further communication from the Department of Education. We will keep you updated the second we know more!

🔍 What you need to do:
Check the revised schedule for the complete official details from our Deputy Principal, Mr. C.D. Ferreira.

Use your time wisely: With the schedule compressed, effective planning is your best friend right now. Keep those books open and stay focused!

We know you've got what it takes to power through. Stay safe, study hard, and let's tackle the rest of these exams together!

Vivite Fortes — Live, Challenge and Dare!

Following an urgent, late-night instruction from the Eastern Cape Department of Education due to severe weather warnings in the Nelson Mandela Bay district, Victoria Park High School will be CLOSED today, Wednesday 3 June, and tomorrow, Thursday 4 June.

🏑🏐 DERBY DAY RESULTS vs DF MALHERBE! 🏐🏑
What an unbelievable weekend of sportsmanship, grit, and sheer dominance! Our VP teams left everything on the fields and courts, proving once again what it means to be Prepared for Life.

A massive shoutout to our Hockey sides who pulled off an absolutely flawless CLEAN SHEET across the board—9 games played, 9 massive wins, and 0 goals conceded for our girls! Check out these incredible stats:

🏑 Girls Hockey
1st Team: Won 9 - 0
2nd Team: Won 1 - 0
U16A: Won 3 - 0
U16B: Won 2 - 0
U14A: Won 3 - 0
U14B: Won 3 - 0

🏑 Boys Hockey
1st Team: Won 11 - 0
U16: Won 9 - 0
U14: Won 7 - 1

🏐 Netball
Our Netball girls fought hard in some incredibly tight, nail-biting fixtures, walking away with 4 brilliant wins and a draw!

1st Team: Lost a thriller 29 - 31
U19B: Won 12 - 8
U16B: Won 20 - 11
U16A: Won 15 - 13
U15A: Lost 3 - 36
U15B: Lost 11 - 12
U14A: Won 18 - 13
U14B: Drew 10 - 10

We are incredibly proud of every single player who wore the green with pride this weekend. Thank you to DF Malherbe for the fantastic competition, and to all the parents and students who came out to support! 💪