Red, Black, White for Life

Why Maritzburg College?

A Leading Boys’ School

As the oldest boys’ school in KwaZulu-Natal, Maritzburg College has captured the loyalty and affection of boys past and present. We balance the significance of our traditions and legacy, with a focus on the future.

The result is a values-based school model developed around modern young men.
Our boys are our success story.

Maritzburg College is proud to be a member of the International Boys’ Schools Coalition (IBSC) which connects dedicated educators worldwide to discover the best learning practices for boys. Our staff are part of a coalition of professionals committed to advancing schools and the learning experience for boys.
Find out more about the IBSC here or on their website.

Amongst our Old Boys are men who have taken their place in the front ranks of society as business leaders and international sportsmen, men who relish success throughout their lives. There are also legions of regular, upstanding citizens. No matter their standing, our OCs are equipped to navigate the challenges and opportunities of life with courage and good cheer, upholding College values with steady character to make a positive contribution to the world.

Academics

Academics are paramount at Maritzburg College. Through highly-skilled and experienced teachers and modern facilities, every boy is given the skills, tools, and resources to explore and achieve excellence within his academic potential. Innovations around support and digital learning are additional key features at Maritzburg College.

Cultural Life

Our cultural programme is exciting in its diversity, with a range of extra-curricular clubs and societies for boys to enjoy. While some enhance in-classroom pursuits and support academic excellence, others develop skills through leisure. From creative development to personal growth, culture is a pivotal part of boys’ holistic education.

Sport

College is a school that holds tremendous appeal for young sportsmen. With world-class facilities, high-quality coaching, and a focus on physical development, College is renowned for excellence on the sports field. The cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle, sport is a constructive pastime that entrenches positive habits and life skills.

Boarding at College

With five distinctive boarding houses, College offers a rich boarding life within the #RedBlackWhite BE. Boys will be boys – and this is something we embrace as boys grow with us. Through our traditions and pastoral structure, boys learn to to be self-disciplined, responsible and organised, and enjoy the freedom to express themselves, explore interests, and grow into their characters within a safe and healthy structure.

Boarding at College

With five distinctive boarding houses, College offers a rich boarding life within the #RedBlackWhite BE. Boys will be boys – and this is something we embrace as boys grow with us. Through our traditions and pastoral structure, boys learn to to be self-disciplined, responsible and organised, and enjoy the freedom to express themselves, explore interests, and grow into their characters within a safe and healthy structure.

Life at College

College celebrates the diversity of boys – their academic, cultural, and sporting abilities and interests. With over 100 years’ experience in the education of boys, boys work within an exciting context to become men of good character. School days are designed to open the doors of leadership, inspire teamwork, and create individuals who will make a mark on the world.

Life at College

College celebrates the diversity of boys – their academic, cultural, and sporting abilities and interests. With over 100 years’ experience in the education of boys, boys work within an exciting context to become men of good character. School days are designed to open the doors of leadership, inspire teamwork, and create individuals who will make a mark on the world.

Merging Modern and Tradition

From early on, every Form 2 at College feels the gravity of College heritage. This is where the power of history and the pull of the future meet. College has struck a balance between tradition and the needs of a modern education, to offer an enriching school environment. College’s old red brick buildings sit alongside exciting modern facilities – echoing with war cries that connect the boys of today with OCs of yesteryear.

Merging Modern and Tradition

From early on, every Form 2 at College feels the gravity of College heritage. This is where the power of history and the pull of the future meet. College has struck a balance between tradition and the needs of a modern education, to offer an enriching school environment. College’s old red brick buildings sit alongside exciting modern facilities – echoing with war cries that connect the boys of today with OCs of yesteryear.

  • Head Prefect 2021

    “College is a school for every boy. Our state-of-the art facilities on our 25h campus are a strong incentive to come to College. With the excellent teaching, sporting, and cultural facilities, we offer nearly 40 co-curricular opportunities across varied sporting codes and cultural areas.

    The most important answer to “Why College?” is our excellent academics and the exceptional results we achieve year after year. We are more than just a school, and at the end of the day, our academics are our main priority. With our dedicated teachers and excellent academic resources, we have every opportunity to succeed.”

     

    James Beauclerk

College of Today

Today, College is a public school where 105 educators teach the NSC curriculum to over 1000 boys on our expansive 25h campus. The College of today is a reflection and tribute to the College history. Our values remain, but our offering has evolved. As a result, our name is synonymous with academic excellence, an outstanding public boarding school, and a superlative sporting and cultural programme catering to the diverse interests and needs of modern young men.

Vision

An exceptional, relevant educational environment that accommodates and challenges the individual, ensuring life-long learning and success.

Mission

Maritzburg College has established itself as one of the leading South African schools, whose community manifests a strong sense of pride and belonging. We strive to help each boy prepare for life, so that he may fulfil his unique potential and take his place as a responsible citizen in an evolving South Africa. Maritzburg College seeks to achieve this by ensuring a balanced, stimulating, and dynamic educational environment; care for each boy; an observance of Christian values and school traditions; and the pursuit of excellence in all endeavours.

School-Wide Goals

  • To provide a foundation for College boys based on character education and the core values.
  • To foster a growth mind-set amongst staff and pupils.
  • To continually enhance effective and meaningful communication with all stakeholders.
  • To continue to promote transformation and social awareness within the College Community.
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