Hillcrest High School

Description

Hillcrest High School is a co-ed public high school in Hillcrest, Durban. The school caters for learners from Grade 8 to Grade 12 and has over 1000 students. Hillcrest High School has appeared in the Sunday Times’ Top 100 Schools in South Africa.

HERITAGE

Hillcrest High School began as Hillcrest Primary School where Grade 8 and Grade 9 classes were held for several years. In January 1976, the high school opened its doors to 276 students and 18 members of staff.

ACADEMICS

The school motto is Adspirat Fortuna Labori which means "Fortune Favours Endeavour".

SPORTS & CULTURE

SPORTS

• Athletics
• Athletics/Cross country
• Badminton
• Touch rugby
• Cricket
• Equestrian
• Outdoor hockey
• Indoor hockey
• Adventure sports
• Netball
• Rugby
• Soccer
• Softball
• Swimming
• Tennis
• Water polo

CULTURE

• Chess
• Public speaking
• Toastmasters
• Word Sessions
• Steel Drum Band
• Choir
• Art Club
• Photography Club
• Journalism Club
• Gardening Club
• Catering Club
• Students’ Christian Association
• Hindu Students’ Association
• Interact

SCHOOL FACILITIES

• IT department
• Media department
• Drama department
• Art department
• Science labs
• Uniform shop
• Tuck shop
• The Kingfisher Room/conference venue
• 3 tennis courts
• 3 netball courts
• 4 hockey fields
• 2 rugby/soccer fields
• 3 cricket pitches
• Media Centre
• Swimming pool
• The Cage Theatre
• Library
• Computer rooms
• School hall