Mission to Mars
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Mission to Mars

The Midlands MagazineOctober 8, 2025

One of our very own local students has achieved an out-of-this-world honour, representing South Africa at the prestigious United Space School at NASA in Houston, USA. What an accomplishment! William Segar, a Grade 11 pupil at Hilton College High School, was recently selected to take part in the United Space School programme hosted by FISE (Foundation of International Space Education) at the University of Houston Clear Lake and the NASA Johnson Space Centre in Houston,...

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Where Imagination Runs Wild
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Where Imagination Runs Wild

The Midlands MagazineMay 19, 2025

Welcome to Imagine That! Kids Play Village, a magical space designed to let children explore, create, and dream while parents relax, connect, and savour a well-earned moment of peace.  The Inspiration  As a mother of two lively girls, Katie-Grace and Georgia, Stacy knows first-hand the challenge of finding safe and engaging play spaces in the Midlands. Rainy days would turn their home into a whirlwind of energy, leaving her longing for a place where her...

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Making a Splash
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Making a Splash

The Midlands MagazineMay 16, 2025

Sports play a big role in our community, and a husband-and-wife duo has pioneered a series of kids’ canoe races to help local kids find adventure. Meet Rachel and Kyle Friedenstein, a dedicated couple who saw an opportunity to continue growing a sport in the community. When the pandemic struck in 2020 and school sports were cancelled, a few friends asked if Kyle could coach their children in paddling on their farm in Curry’s Post....

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Michaelhouse – 129 Years Dedicated to Holism
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Michaelhouse – 129 Years Dedicated to Holism

The Midlands MagazineMarch 19, 2025

A World of Learning  In an era marked by an educational focus on a single area of endeavour—academic, sporting, or cultural—Michaelhouse remains committed to its founder’s vision: to make not accountants, not clerks, not clergymen, but men; men of understanding, thought, and culture. 2024 was a memorable year with members of the school’s innovative Grade 9 Future Fit Programme taking the honours in the Economist’s global Leadership for Change competition, and our Class of 2024...

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St John’s D.S.G. – All About Heart
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St John’s D.S.G. – All About Heart

The Midlands MagazineMarch 19, 2025

A World of Learning  St John’s Diocesan School for Girls is an independent day and boarding school situated in Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg, for girls from Grade RR to Grade 12. At St John’s D.S.G., our difference is all about heart. Individually and collectively, our girls grow to become kind, courageous, and well-rounded. We believe in providing an enriching, balanced education, anchored in God, that empowers our girls to flourish. Our safe, nurturing environment gives them the...

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Carlyle College – Growth with Purpose, Education with Impact
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Carlyle College – Growth with Purpose, Education with Impact

The Midlands MagazineMarch 18, 2025

A World of Learning In just two years, Carlyle College has evolved from a promising educational vision into a thriving independent school redefining learning in the KZN Midlands. Since 2023, our growth has been remarkable—not just in student numbers but in the depth of our academic offering, co-curricular opportunities, and forward-thinking approach to education. One of our most exciting milestones has been the expansion into dedicated classrooms for every grade. This achievement is a testament...

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60 Years of Opportunities – Treverton
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60 Years of Opportunities – Treverton

The Midlands MagazineMarch 18, 2025

A World of Learning Treverton proudly celebrates 60 years of faith, adventure, education, and opportunities. Staying true to our foundation, we still offer the same “all-rounded, balanced, quality education based on a strong Christian foundation”.  We are a school that encourages resilience through trying, failing and trying again, creating a future generation that will thrive in the changing landscape of career choices. A school comprised of families from near and far who value the development...

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Epworth – Faith Compassion Courage 
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Epworth – Faith Compassion Courage 

The Midlands MagazineMarch 18, 2025

A World of Learning As Epworth embarks on its 127th year, it takes pride in its rich heritage, deeply rooted in its Christian, Methodist ethos and inspired by its motto: Faith Compassion Courage. Over the years, the school and its pupils have achieved significant growth, excelling in all areas: academics, sport and performing arts. However, Epworth’s greatest accomplishment lies in empowering its pupils to live meaningful, well-balanced lives, equipping them to confidently face future challenges. ...

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A HOME WITH HEART
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A HOME WITH HEART

The Midlands MagazineDecember 13, 2024

Empowering young women to change the world: St John’s Diocesan School for Girls inspires academic excellence and personal growth. St John’s Diocesan School for Girls is an independent day and boarding school situated in Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg, for girls from Grade RR to Grade 12. At St John’s D.S.G., our difference is all about heart. Individually and collectively, our girls grow to become kind, courageous, and well-rounded. We believe in providing an enriching, balanced education, anchored in...

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Beyond the Boundaries of Taste: Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine
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Beyond the Boundaries of Taste: Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine

The Midlands MagazineMarch 28, 2024

The Midlands food scene would not be the same without the renowned Jackie Cameron. From putting Hartford House on the national culinary map to writing international award-winning cookbooks, she has many accolades under her belt that earn her the title of the best of the best. However, one of her most significant contributions to the local area is without a doubt her passion for sharing her talent and skill with aspiring chefs at the Jackie...

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