By the time Epworth celebrated its centenary in , it had turned a major corner in terms of management, finances and pupil numbers. There had been a steady growth in the number of day scholars and a third Grade 8 class was introduced, pushing classroom capacity to its maximum. The school recorded a total of pupils, the largest the school had ever been. Epworth approached the 21st century — and its second century — with a clear sense of its identity and where it was going.
Since then, it has, over the last 17 years, overcome many challenges and has come out on top — today Epworth proudly stands amoungst the top schools in the country.
We look forward to the challenges of the future, confident in the strength of our values of Faith, Compassion and Courage which have been so integral to our past success. View Epworth Museum and Archives. All right reserved. Designed and development by Temple Wisdom Online. Contact us. What about our academic results?
Where will my son go to school after Epworth? I sensed it and witnessed it as a student, and it brought me back. That special element is the esprit de corps and how it translates into a relentless pursuit of the highest standard and an unrelenting commitment to the school.
A College boy has a dogged audacity that springs to life particularly when the odds are stacked against him. Being part of that was electrifying. An unwillingness to give-up, no matter what. My son finished primary school with a few key strengths in sports that we wanted to nurture, but we wanted him to grow academically and culturally at the same time. At Maritzburg College, he was exposed to a range of different activities and disciplines, growing into his likes and fine-tuning his strengths under excellent instruction.
College has made all the difference to my years beyond high school. It has given me the foundation for university study, given me the grit to handle every manner of interaction and situation, and paved the way for the life I want to live. We are red, black, white and we wear our bands of brotherhood with pride. College Life Find Your Place. Boarding An Enriching Environment. School Fees Find Out More. Apply to Maritzburg College. Infrastructure Pietermaritzburg is located on the N3 highway, the primary route between the harbour city of Durban, about 90 kilometres away, and Pretoria-Johannesburg-Witwatersrand.
The R56 road becomes co-signed with the N2 highway at Stafford's Post. The R, or "Old Main Road", extends all the way from the coast, through Pietermaritzburg and up into the Natal Midlands, and is the original access route for the area. Climate Pietermaritzburg and its surrounds often vary quite significantly in their own micro-climates; for example Howick is around 3 - 4 degrees cooler than Pietermaritzburg on any given day, whilst Hilton is known for its afternoon and evening mists, and for being very wet.
The area enjoys sunny, warm and wet summers, and cold, dry winters. Many old-timers still mark the passing of the seasons by significant weather events such as the first rains, first frost, etc. Schools in the area Pietermaritzburg and the surrounding areas are home to some of the finest educational facilities in the country, which are steeped in tradition.
There are also a number of significant prep schools, such as Laddsworth, Cordwalles, and Cowan House. Hospitals nearby Pietermaritzburg is well known for its extensive list of sought-after medical facilities and hospitals. Shopping Malls The city of Pietermaritzburg has a range of shopping malls to choose from. Oribi airport offers daily flights to Cape Town and to Johannesburg for those whose work takes them across the country, and these have become two very popular routes; you will often find the same people flying to Jo'burg in the morning, and then back to Pietermaritzburg in the afternoon, having finished their meetings.
Restaurants Pietermaritzburg has a fine array of popular eateries which range from the nationals you would expect to find around the country, to independent fine dining establishments. Special Attractions Pietermaritzburg is well known for its scenic beauty, historical sites, top quality schools, key sporting stadiums, top restaurants, and more.
The city has many attractions if you were looking for something to do over the weekend. Key places to visit include:. Albert Falls Dam is known as for being one of the best bass fishing dams in the world. The area surrounding the falls have an abundance of secluded nature trails and picnic spots.
Golden Horse Casino One of two casinos in the World to be situated on a racecourse, Golden Horse offers a wide range of entertainment from gaming to events, nightlife, dining and children's activities.
Dubbed as the "most vibrant and exciting entertainment venue in Pietermaritzburg", the casino plays host to a myriad of events and shows throughout the year including the Tsogo Sun Sprint and Annual Eastern Extravaganza. The museum showcases the cultural, historical and natural wonders of the country and the world. Its exhibitions include fascinating displays of insects, amphibians, mammals, birds and molluscs.
They also have a life-size model of a Tyrannosaurus rex on display. Midlands Meander The Midlands Meander route is situated between the city of Pietermaritzburg in the East and the majestic uKhahlamba Drakensberg mountain range a World Heritage Site in the West, in the uMgungundlovu district, one of eight regions of the 'Zulu Kingdom'. It is a collection of arranged routes that offer visitors hospitality in truly beautiful surroundings, outstanding accommodation, conference and wedding facilities, fascinating local events, fabulous cuisine and restaurants, revitalizing outdoor activities and over-the-top adventure sports, historic landmarks, wildlife conservation, and best of all "shop-till-you-drop" unique arts and crafts.
Every year, in July on the anniversary of the battle itself, a cross made from wood recovered from the shattered trees of the battlefield inexplicably 'weeps blood'. Legend stated that it would weep until the last survivor of Delville Wood answered the 'Sunset Call'; however, when the last survivor died some years back the cross continued to weep 'blood'.
Time to invest Pietermaritzburg is a city of many different faces which appeals to both young and old.
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