The global pandemic has produced feelings of fear and panic. For many, these overwhelming feelings and the lockdown experience have resulted in a crisis situation. In addition to physical health concerns, much has been predicted about our future economic status and an increased need for mental healt…
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Letter to Matrics from Old Boy and Deputy Head Prefect 2018, Nicholas Deeb
Good day to the Northwood Knights, Old Boys and to the community of Durban North.
During this time of national disaster and under the effects of the lockdown imposed on our country, it is easy to slip into despair and to feel depressed with our circumstances. It is important to be mindful of both…
Northwood Reunion Weekend 2020 – Update on Arrangements
Please see the letter below from our Reunion Weekend Committee regarding the effect of Covid-19 on this event.
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Helping Your Teen to Manage Schoolwork and Household Issues on Lockdown
Letter from our School Counselor
Families with teens experience high amounts of stress even in the best circumstances. Aside from rapid biological changes and keeping up with the latest social trends, teens have a developmental need to establish autonomy. Many parents notice these changes and sea…
Letter to the Blue Army from our Head Prefect
28 March 2020
Letter to the Blue Army
Day 2 of the Lockdown, and today I thought about you. In the words of Charles R. Swindoll, "Battles are won in the trenches, in the grit and grime of courageous determination; they are won day by day in the arena of life."
It is in the thick of the tr…
Letter to Parents – COVID-19 Pandemic
27 March 2020
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Northwood Represent at Water and Sanitation Student Conference at ICC
Northwood students, Yasheel Pillay, Sanidhya Soni, Liaan Govender and Akeer Nursingh have done us proud in representing their school at the Water and Sanitation Student Conference at the ICC.
"I am honoured that we at Northwood have the resources and skills to have afforded them this ground breakin…
Dallas Hutton Water Polo Tournament
This February marked the 2nd Dallas Hutton U15 Water Polo Tournament since its revival from 2007. We had 13 teams participating in the Tournament, with emphasis on enjoyment, good sportsmanship, competitiveness and building good character. Thank you to all the schools, coaches, players, parents and …
Northwood Class of 2019 – Matric Results
The matric class of 2019 has made us incredibly proud!
23 boys achieved A averages, with the following four boys achieving a full house of 7 distinctions: Ahmed Jajbhay, Keiron Naidoo, Mohamed Kolia and Sachin Reddy.
6 A’s were obtained by: Malibongwe Makhonza, Keagan Fassom, Ananta Reddy,…
Northwood 2020 Head Prefect Address to School
Vernon Matongo
Head Prefect Introduction Address
Good morning to the Headmaster, Mr Viljoen, staff members and my fellow brothers of the Blue Army. I stand here today humbled, grateful for the trust you have bestowed on me, mindful of the sacrifices made by the outgoing Knights.
My name i…