A warm welcome to all our returning families, and a very special welcome to those joining the Prep School for the first time. It was wonderful welcoming your boys back to school on Wednesday. They certainly looked happy to return – as did the parents!
A new year brings fresh opportunities for learning, growth and connection. As Nelson Mandela reminded us, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Let us work together to ensure every boy feels supported, inspired and encouraged to do his best in all aspects of school life.
At yesterday’s Chapel service, we welcomed all the Grade 3s, as well as a number of boys and staff who are new to, and some well known at, Bishops: Mrs Sue Burgess – Grade 4P substitute teacher; Mrs Sue Kieswetter – substitute Intermediate Phase teacher; Mr Keanu Julius – Grade 3 intern; and Ms Kamva Songxishe – Grade 3 Intern.
Thank you for ensuring that your son returned to school neatly dressed and with a neat haircut. We ask our boys to stand tall, proud and neat in their school uniform at all times, remembering that they represent not only themselves, but also their families and their school. Please ensure that all uniform and personal belongings are clearly labelled so that misplaced items can quickly find their way home. We also encourage lunch boxes to be filled with healthy, nourishing food to sustain learning throughout the day.
As we begin this exciting term together, may it be filled with learning, laughter, meaningful friendships and many memorable moments. We look forward to a safe, happy and successful term ahead.

Swimming and Athletics Trials

Boys to come to school in house shirts

School closes at 12h55

No extra-murals

Cricket Trials(U9 cricket trials will take place on Tuesday 20 and Thursday 22 January.)

Time: 08h00 to 10h00

Venues:
U10: Stanmore Fields
U11: Rossall Field
U12: Sahara Nets
U13: Frank Reid Nets

Dress: White sports shirt, white shorts, rugby/hockey socks, and predominantly white takkies.

Full Extra-murals Programme begins

Click HERE for the Timetable (going forward, please find this on MyBishopsLife)

Grade 5 Parent Meeting

Time: 19h00 - 20h00
Venue: Grade 5 classrooms

Grade 3 Class Pop-In

Time: 18h00 - 18h30
Venue: Gr 3 classrooms

The Grade 3 teachers will be available in the classroom for 30 minutes for parents who may have questions. This is not compulsory, it is intended specifically for queries related to day-to-day logistics or class-related matters. If you would like a quick chat with your son's teacher, please feel free to pop in before the Cocktail Party.

Introduction to myBishopslife for new parents Gr 4-7

Time: 18h00 - 18h30
Venue: Library

We warmly invite all Gr 4 – 7 new parents (and current parents who still consider themselves “new” are welcome too) to attend a presentation where you will be introduced to our parent portal, MyBishopsLife. MyBishopsLife offers parents a convenient way to stay up to date and to actively support their sons. The session will focus on our portals features and benefits.  Please feel free to bring a device along to the session. We look forward to seeing you there.

Grade 3 and New Parents Cocktail Party

Time: 18h30
Venue: Jagger Hall Quad

Please check/update the medical details on your son’s profile on MyBishopsLife by clicking on the tab “Update Medical Details Forms".
Click here for instructions.
Please complete the update by 23 January 2026.

Physical Education

Please read the following documents applicable to your son's Grade:

Grade 3 Phys Ed
Grade 4 Phys Ed
Grade 5 Phys Ed
Grade 6 Phys Ed
Grade 7 Phys Ed

Athletics

Week 1: Boys are timed and measured for track and field during school in the morning. Boys who have provisionally qualified for the championship events on Sports Day will be on lists outside the classrooms from this Monday.

Weeks 2 and3: Boys can be retimed and measured during their age group practice days in an attempt to qualify for Sports Day championship events. These practices are voluntary and any boy is welcome to come along to prepare for Sports Day.

Week 4: Final preparation for Sports Day at the age group practices, all welcome and voluntary.

Week 5: Sports Day Tuesday 10 Feb

Other dates to note:

Quadrangular: Tuesday 24 Feb
Pentangular: Tuesday 3 March