“At Kingsmead, we recognise that the journey through school is about so much more than the destination. It is about the people, experiences and opportunities that shape who our young women become.”
Choosing a high school for your daughter is about more than finding a place to complete her academic journey. It is about choosing an environment that will shape her experiences, influence her development and help determine the woman she becomes.
At Kingsmead College, we believe education is as much about belonging and nurturing individual potential as it is about academic achievement. In a supportive, inspiring and values-driven community, young women gain the confidence to discover who they are, explore their aspirations and find their place in the world.
In late October, we were delighted to welcome our Grade 8 Class of 2027, together with their parents and guardians, to our Senior School Orientation afternoon. It was a valuable opportunity to share important information and prepare our incoming students for the next chapter, but above all it was a celebration of new beginnings.
One of the highlights was the chance for the Grade 8s to meet the Grade 11s, who will be their Matric leaders in 2027. Through games and shared experiences, our senior students began the important work of welcoming the younger girls into the Senior School community and helping them feel they belong. When you are about to start somewhere new, knowing even one face in the corridor can make the first day feel a little easier.
Our 2027 Head Girl, Neo Mkwanazi, spoke about her grade’s commitment to building that sense of belonging. Reflecting on her own journey through the Senior School, she likened each stage to a playlist: a collection of experiences, moments and memories that have accompanied her along the way.
In welcoming our new families, I encouraged both the girls and their families to feel confident in the choice they have made. Our hope is that every Grade 8 who joins us in 2027 will discover that Kingsmead is more than the school she attends. It is a community where she can find her voice, build meaningful connections, explore her potential and develop the courage to pursue her aspirations.
To our Grade 8 Class of 2027, I hope you carry something from that afternoon into your first day, whether it’s a familiar face, a shared laugh or a song from Neo’s playlist. We look forward to getting to know each of you and seeing what you make of your years at Kingsmead.
Lisa Palmer
Executive Head: Kingsmead College