Howick High School, located in the picturesque KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, in the village of Howick, is an English medium, co-educational High School, with a weekly boarding facility serving the surrounding districts. It is often said that the community spirit and wholesome values that our school instils in its learners, makes it a special place for young adults to be educated and developed into well-rounded, happy individuals.
Howick High School is committed to:
- Building a caring, involved and creative community of pupils, staff and parents.
- Providing a balanced, holistic education which equips our pupils to participate effectively in a common future with all South Africans.
- Encouraging an open, analytical and questioning approach to life and to oneself.
- Recognising and developing the integrity and unique potential of each individual to the fullest.
- Creating and exploring a challenging and dynamic learning environment.
- Engendering the respect of the individual and the well-being of the school, the community and the natural environment.
A school is a community of people living and working together and, in order for the community to thrive, there must be respect for others, their property, their personal space and their rights. At Howick High School, pupils are expected to behave in a courteous and considerate manner, set a good example with regard to appearance and behaviour and never disrupt the learning of other pupils or cause another pupil physical or emotional harm.
Our well planned and maintained sportsgrounds enable learners at Howick High School to participate in a variety of summer and winter sporting activities including: Swimming, Synchronized Swimming, Squash, Tennis, Basketball, Netball, Hockey, Indoor Hockey, Cross Country, Soccer, Cricket and Rugby. A number of Howick High School learners have represented sports teams at a district, regional and provincial level.
To cater for various interests and to give our pupils the opportunity to grow and develop in different spheres, a number of cultural activities are offered to all pupils at Howick High School. These activities include: an annual drama/musical production, Community Work, First Aid, Crafts and Sewing, Environmental issues and Recycling, Music, Choir, Public Speaking, Debating, Religious groups, Dancing, Photography and assisting with the School Archives.
The welfare and development of pupils is important and guidance is provided for pupils in a number of ways:
- Guidance and Career Counselling
- Leadership Development
- Mentorship Program
- Academic Enhancement Program
Howick High School is known for providing quality education which produces disciplined and productive South Africans who have made great achievements and brought positive change to many communities, both in South Africa and around the world.
Contact details:
Telephone: 033 330 2858
Address: 26 – 40 Amber Avenue, Howick, 3290
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.howickhigh.co.za
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