NEWCASTLE HIGH SCHOOL
Education in Newcastle

To be a leading school in the Amajuba District, committed to providing holistic, quality and excellent education for a changing world. To prepare our learners to meet challenges of a dynamic and changing world. To build on our heritage, diversity and values, developing the qualities and strengths of each young individual. To engage with the needs and interests of society and with the challenges of higher education and the workplace. For all parents the education of their children is of the greatest importance and selecting the right school is not an easy task. The benefit of a sound education is one of the greatest gifts you can bestow on your child. It is something he/she cannot lose or have taken away from them. it will greatly influence them realising their potential and will enhance their chances of leading a successful life. As one of Newcastle's oldest schools, Newcastle High is acknowledged as one of the leading schools in the Amajuba District. It has offered a quality education to generations of young men and women. a pupil-centred approach where every learner is provided with opportunities for individual growth. For over 135 years, NHS has played a fundamental role in building and nurturing young minds and in doing so it has contributed significantly to the skills and job market of this country. Whilst the school has undergone many changes over the recent years, it has none-the-less grown from its humble beginnings in 1882, into a school with a proud reputation for consistent academic and sporting excellence. Since 2011, when Mr Gary de Jager started his career as a sport educator at NHS, he believed that NHS has a much greater potential than to be just a normal school with sport, competing at an average level. He strongly believed that with effort, investment and support, NHS can be transformed into one of the first black sport development academies in South Africa. Most often than not our grade 8 learners come from backgrounds of no experience in sport whatsoever. The Mathematics department achieved an 82% pass rate and are aiming to go higher! Middle (from left to right): Mrs. Sheryl Anderson, Miss. Recently Newcastle High School presented these outstanding learners with awards at the annual prize-giving. A fantastic end to a wonderful day with filled with spirit and sportmanship! To our matric learners from the sport fields, good luck in your future (sporting and other) endeavours.