Uplands White River

More than Boarding…It’s a way of life!

There's something special about coming home to a space that feels calm, comfortable and welcoming. Our recently upgraded Uplands Preparatory Boarding Houses have been thoughtfully refreshed with soft, neutral colours, spacious dormitories, cosy sleep zones and charming décor to create a true home away from home for our boarders from Grade 4 to Grade 7.

Designed to inspire a sense of belonging, comfort and independence, these beautiful spaces provide the perfect environment for our pupils to rest, learn, grow and build lifelong friendships. At Uplands, boarding is more than accommodation - it's a place where children feel at home.

Uplands College: Mandela Day - Building Educational Resources for a Brighter Future

At Uplands, we are privileged to have educational resources freely available. Mandela Day reminds us that many schools are not as fortunate, and that we can make a difference. This year, our focus is once again on creating educational learning resources for children in schools where such materials are rare treasures.

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” - Nelson Mandela

Sessions like these are valuable beyond measure. They teach our pupils the importance of service, creativity and empathy. By designing resources that strengthen learning skills, our children discover how education can be shared, built and celebrated.

Through participation, they learn:
Collaboration: working together to solve problems.
Creativity: turning simple materials into powerful learning tools.
Empathy: understanding the needs of children in less resourced schools.
Service: giving time and effort to uplift others.

These activities not only benefit the schools we support, but also shape our own pupils into compassionate, thoughtful leaders of tomorrow.

- Mrs Monette Stratford

Honouring Madiba Through Acts of Kindness

Although Mandela Day fell during the school holidays, we were excited to celebrate it together during our first week back. It was the perfect opportunity to teach our Uplands Preparatory pupils about the spirit of Nelson Mandela - that through kindness, compassion and service, each of us has the power to make a difference.

Every grade embraced the day in their own special way:

Grade 7 treated our staff to a car wash.

Grade 6 baked cookies to share with security guards, car guards and members of the White River community.

Grade 5 made heartfelt cards before delivering gifts to the Coolmore Farm office.

Grade 4 baked and packaged muffins to share with the residents of Rustig Retirement Village.

Grade 3 collected food for the SPCA, while Grade 2 made toys for our four-legged friends.

Grade 1 collected books for Millennium Home of Hope to help inspire a love of reading.

It was a morning filled with generosity, smiles and teamwork, reminding us that Madiba's legacy lives on through simple acts of kindness. We are so proud of our pupils for embracing the true spirit of Mandela Day and showing that everyone has the ability to make a positive impact.

- Mrs Jayde Carlse

Beyond The Spotlight - Uplands College Production

Uplands College proudly presents a spectacular production that promises to captivate and inspire. Join us for two unforgettable evenings bursting with talent, creativity, energy and world-class entertainment.

Uplands College Hall
12–13 August 2026
18:30
Tickets:
Adults – R100
Pupils – R50
Gala Evening
14 August 2026
17:45
R200 per person

Please note: The Gala Evening is a dinner-style event, with a variety of delicious food and drinks available for purchase from stalls outside the hall.

A special congratulations to Nkateko Khosa (Grade 10), whose incredible artwork features on this poster.

Mark your calendars, you won’t want to miss this exciting celebration of talent and creativity!

Tickets available on www.quicket.co.za

Celebrating Mandela Day Through Kindness

Although Mandela Day fell during the school holidays, our “Little Uplanders” celebrated on Friday, 24 July, discovering that kindness is something we can practise every day. As they learned about Nelson Mandela and his legacy, the children baked biscuits, made sandwiches and decorated cupcakes to share with others. Some delivered their gifts to the wonderful staff members who work behind the scenes at school, while others took them home to brighten the day of someone in their own community.

Through conversations about kindness and helping hands, and by filling our Kindness Jar one pom-pom at a time, our “Little Uplanders” were reminded that even the smallest acts of care can make a meaningful difference. A beautiful reminder that no one is ever too young to make the world a little kinder.

- Ms Janine Stott

DON’T MISS IT!

Tune In! Catch the Marule Twins on SABC – 28 July 2026

The spotlight is on the Marule Twins!

Join us in celebrating Siphesihle and Thubelihle Marule as they feature in a special television interview with the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC).

Tune in today on:

SABC 1 – Siswati News
Between 17:30 and 18:00
SABC News Channel (DStv Channel 404)
English News
Between 18:40 and 19:00

We are incredibly proud of Siphesihle and Thubelihle for continuing to make history and inspire our Uplands community with their outstanding achievements.

Missed the Radio Laeveld interview?

If you missed the inspiring interview on Radio Laeveld featuring Siphesihle and Thubelihle Marule, along with their rugby coaches, Mr Brandon Potgieter and Mr Timothy Orchard, you can still listen to the full interview by following the link below.

A heartfelt thank you to Radio Laeveld for hosting Siphesihle, Thubelihle and their coaches, and for giving them the opportunity to share their incredible journey and achievements with the community.

We are incredibly proud of the twins and grateful for the continued support and encouragement from our Uplands community.

Listen to the full interview here: https://radiolaeveld.co.za/tweelingbroers-maak-uplands-baie-trots/