๐๐ฎ๐ง๐ข๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ซ๐๐ฉ ๐๐๐ข๐๐ง๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ค!
What an exciting week of curiosity, discovery and exploration at WHPS! Our boys immersed themselves in fascinating science displays, explored rocks, gems, shells and magnets, and engaged in thought-provoking questions that sparked lively discussions and big ideas.
Our Grade 2 and 3 boys also wowed us with exciting experiments, chemical reactions and spectacular demonstrations โ culminating in an unforgettable Science Show featuring smoke, explosions and the much-loved Elephantโs Toothpaste experiment!
Science Week perfectly captured what Inquiry-Based Learning is all about: encouraging our boys to question, investigate, experiment and wonder about the world around them.
Waterkloof House Preparatory School (WHPS)
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Waterkloof House Preparatory School (WHPS) Waterkloof House Preparatory School is situated in Pretoria, South Africa.
WHPS is an independent School, offering education to boys and girls in Grades 000 and 00; and boys only from Grades 0 to Grade 7, through the medium of English. Boarding is offered to boys from Grade 3 to Grade 7. Founded in 1923 by the Ruddell brothers, the vision of the School is to realise the holistic development of its boys using a broad-base to promote high moral values; independent thinkin
09/08/2026
Today we celebrate the strength, courage, resilience, and achievements of women.
At WHPS, we honour the women who inspire, nurture, lead, and uplift our WHPS family each day, from mothers and grandmothers to teachers, staff, and young girls growing into future leaders.
May we continue to empower one another, celebrate every achievement, and create a future filled with opportunity, respect, and equality for all.
Happy Womenโs Day from the WHPS family!
07/08/2026
REMINDER - Voting Closes Today! Get your votes in ASAP.
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06/08/2026
๐๐ก๐๐ญ ๐ ๐ ๐ซ๐๐๐ญ ๐ฆ๐จ๐ซ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฐ๐ ๐ก๐๐ ๐๐ญ ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ง๐ง๐ฎ๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐๐ฌ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐๐ฌ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ !
Although the day began off very chilly, the braai fires, laughter, and fun activities quickly warmed things up!
The boys and girls had a wonderful time enjoying one-on-one Playball activities with their dads and father figures. From piggyback rides to baking-tray sled races, there was plenty of fun, teamwork, and laughter all around.
After all the action, everyone gathered around the braai while our dads cooked delicious boerie rolls. The morning ended on a high with a surprise visit from the ice cream truck, which was a big hit with the boys and girls!
Thank you to all the dads and father figures who joined us and helped make the morning such an enjoyable one. We loved seeing everyone spending time together and taking part in the fun!
๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐ข๐จ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐๐ฌ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐ฌ๐ฐ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ญ ๐๐๐ข-๐๐ง๐ณ๐!
Our Grade 0 boys had an unforgettable day exploring the exciting world of science as part of their preparation for Science Week.
From hands-on experiments to an incredible live science show, every moment sparked curiosity, wonder and excitement. The boys explored interactive science exhibits, discovering that learning can be both fun and inspiring!
What a fantastic day of investigating, experimenting and making amazing memories.
๐๐ก๐ ๐๐๐จ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ซ๐๐ข๐๐ง๐ฌ
To celebrate our Platinum Three-Decade Award in 2025, WHPS proudly presented The Eco Guardians, a specially commissioned production written by Dr Clive Martin.
Set against the backdrop of Hamilton Hall, the story followed the courageous Eco Guardians as they faced off against the mischievous Rebel Runners in a battle to protect their school's reputation as a leading Green School. Through teamwork, determination and environmental responsibility, they proved that every small action can make a big difference.
More than just an entertaining production, The Eco Guardians inspired our boys and the audience alike to reflect on the future of our planet and the role we all play in protecting it.
Thank you to our dedicated production team, cast, crew and staff whose creativity, passion and hard work made this unforgettable production possible.
Eco-Schools WESSA Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa
Music Credits:
Wake Me Up (arr. Megan Kingon) Aloe Blacc | Tim Bergling | Michael Einziger | Ash Pournouri
We Will Rock You (arr. Megan Kingon) Brian May
Stronger (What Doesnโt Kill You) (arr. Megan Kingon) Greg Kurstin | Alexandra Tamposi | David Gamson | Jorgen Elofsson
31/07/2026
๐๐ก๐๐ญ ๐ ๐๐๐ฒ!
Old Boys' Soccer Day 2026 brought generations of footballers back together for a day of great matches, fierce competition and unforgettable memories. Following an entertaining 3โ3 draw between the WHPS 1st XI and the Old Boys' Invitational; a record 16 teams battled it out in the annual 7-a-side tournament.
Congratulations to Boys High FC, who lifted the trophy for a third consecutive year after a thrilling final against the WHPS Staff team. Thank you to every Old Boy, parent, staff member, supporter who helped make this year's event such a fantastic success.
Itโs the friendships, the football, and the traditions that keep bringing our Old Boys back together. See you on the soccer field in 2027!
๐๐จ๐ฐ ๐๐ฏ๐๐ข๐ฅ๐๐๐ฅ๐! The official ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ฅ๐ ๐๐๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ฅ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐๐ฒ has arrived. Order yours online today โ available for collection from WHPS:
https://whpsschool.com/shop/product/sg-whps-old-school-jersey/
๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ฉ๐ข๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐ข๐จ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ง๐ช๐ฎ๐ข๐ซ๐ฒ
At WHPS, we believe that great schools are built by educators who never stop learning.
Last week, we were proud to host our Junior and Senior Prep Forum, welcoming teachers from schools across Pretoria and Johannesburg, including St Maryโs DSG, St Teresaโs, Steyn City, The Kingโs School Bryanston, and many others.
By creating opportunities like these, WHPS actively contributes to the teaching profession, bringing educators together to share ideas, explore best practices, and learn from leading voices in education.
Our guest speaker, Leigh Walker, Head of Innovation and Technology at Pridwin, inspired attendees with her presentation, The Curiosity Lab, challenging us to reimagine classrooms as spaces where questions are celebrated, wonder is encouraged, and curiosity drives learning.
As a school, we are committed to ensuring our teachers remain at the forefront of educational thinking, because when teachers grow, our boys thrive.
Thank you to Leigh Walker for sharing her expertise and to all the educators who joined us for an afternoon of professional learning, collaboration, and meaningful conversation.
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535 Ruddell Street, Brooklyn
Pretoria
0181
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| Monday | 07:00 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 15:30 |