Congratulations to the following sixteen pupils who have excelled and earned scholarships to the following High Schools next year. We are extremely proud of their achievements and thank them for their hard work in the classroom and on the sports field.

• St. Charles College - Academic English Merit & Music Scholarship: Andrew George
• St. Charles College – Academic English Merit Scholarship: Matthew Ackerman
• St. Charles College - Academic English Merit Scholarship: Jack Winter
• St. Charles College – Champagnat Award: Levi Smith
• Howick High School Academic Scholarship: Finely Nortje
• Maritzburg College – Laddsworth Closed Scholarship: Matthew Koopman
• Michaelhouse Minor Trust Scholarship: Joshua Krusekopf
• Treverton College John Robertson Scholarship: Charlotte Stevens
• Grace College - Laddsworth Closed Scholarship: Bella Biggs
• Grace College – Laddsworth Closed Scholarship: Joshua Smith
• Grace College – Laddsworth Closed Scholarship: Kyle Smith
• St. John’s DSG – Laddsworth Closed Scholarship: Jessica Rossouw
• St. John’s DSG – Laddsworth Closed Scholarship: Gemma Nicholson
• St. John’s DSG Old Girls’ Scholarship: Payton Wright
• St. John’s DSG - The Society of St John the Divine Award Scholarship: Layla Palframan
• St. John’s DSG - The Society of St John the Divine Award Scholarship: Sisanda Palframan

Congratulations to the following 11 Laddsworth Hockey players who have been selected to represent the KZN Inland Hockey Under 12 and Under 13 teams

Under 13 Boys

- Matthew Koopman (A)

Under 13 Girls

- Georgia Floros (A)

- Layla Palframan (A)

- Jessica Rossouw (C)

Under 12 Girls

- Paula Channing (A)

- Odwa Nxumalo (B)

- Tayla Moon (B)

- Kirsten Porritt (Non-travelling)

Under 12 Boys

- Timothy Moodley (A)

- Aiden van der Merwe (B)

- James Drew (B)

We wish our hockey players all the best in their upcoming National tournaments and Central festivals

Congratulations to the following Laddsworth Primary School pupils on their selection to represent the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands Primary Schools’ Rugby Team.

Under 13 Midlands Rugby B Team

- Sifezelwe Shozi

- Zano Ngcobo

Under 12 Midlands Rugby A Team

- Daniel Thorpe

- Aiden van der Merwe

The Laddsworth Family is extremely proud of these boys and commends them on this outstanding achievement.

We wish them every success for the upcoming tournament and trials at Maritzburg College from 21 - 23 May 2026 

Congratulations to Laddsworth swimmers, Morgan Nixon (Gr6) and Sisanda Palframan (Gr7), who qualified and represented Team KZN at the SA Schools National Swimming Championships held in Cape Town from 24–27 April 2026.

Competing at this level is an incredible achievement and honour, but medalling is an outstanding accomplishment. From the entire Laddsworth Family, we say WELL DONE #AimHigh 

Medal Talley: Sisanda Palframan – Under 13 Results

• 100m Freestyle – Gold in SANJ qualifying time
• 50m Freestyle – Silver
• Relays, 2 Gold, 1 Silver and 1 Bronze medal

Medal Talley: Morgan Nixon – Under 12 Results

• 50m Breaststroke – Gold
• 100m Breaststroke – Bronze
• 100m Freestyle – Bronze
• 50m Freestyle – Bronze
• Relays, 2 Silvers and 1 Bronze

Laddsworth is proud to present its inaugural equestrian uniform, designed for pupils representing the school at SANESA (South African National Equestrian Schools’ Association) It has been fantastic to see the growing number of Laddsworth pupils taking part and representing the school in Equestrian #AimHigh

Well done to the following Laddsworth swimmers on being selected to represent uMgungundlovu Districts and KZN Schools Swimming Teams

KZN Schools Swimming Team

• Morgan Nixon (Gr6)

Morgan will take part at the 2026 SA Schools Swimming Championships, which will take place from 23 – 27 April 2026 at the University of the Western Cape.

uMgungundlovu District Team

• Georgia Floros (Gr7)
• Minei Harmse (Gr7)
• Timothy Moodley (Gr6)
• Gemma Nicholson (Gr7)
• Morgan Nixon (Gr6)
• Jessica Rossouw (Gr7)
• Ava Sharp (Gr6)
• Samuel Webb (Gr6)

Well done to all the Laddsworth swimmers on this excellent accomplishment #AimHigh

GIRLS A SWIMMING SQUAD 

A massive congratulations to the Laddsworth Girls’ A Swimming Team on once again winning the PMB & Districts A Gala!

This remarkable achievement marks five consecutive years of claiming this prestigious trophy, an incredible testament to the teams hard work throughout the season.

The girls displayed outstanding character and unity throughout the competition, reflecting the leadership of the captains, and the coaching team behind the scenes.

Thank you to Howick Prep for hosting this years Gala, and well done to all the competing Schools for their hard work and healthy competition 

BOYS A SWIMMING SQUAD 

Well done to the Laddsworth Boys’ A Swimming Team on finishing runners-up at the PMB & Districts A Gala

After lifting the trophy for the very first time last year, the boys returned to the pool with courage and true LADDS spirit. Their determination and teamwork once again made the entire Laddsworth community incredibly proud, finishing in 2nd place overall.

Congratulations to Merchiston on securing first place, and to all the participating schools for making the afternoon so competitive and exciting Once again a sincere thank you to Howick Prep for hosting this year’s gala.

The Laddsworth swimming programme continues grow, and #AimHigh 

Mixed C SWIMMING SQUAD 

The Laddsworth C Swimming Squad have had a fantastic Term, diving into every gala with fun and fierce determination

Their hard work once again shone through at the annual PMB & Districts C Gala, where they competed against A, B and C squads from schools across the district

The pupils did Laddsworth proud, finishing 3rd overall, a wonderful achievement for this cheerful group of swimmers.

Get ready to take the next step in your child’s educational journey. Don’t miss the 24th edition of the Laddsworth High Schools Expo, taking place on Wednesday, 4 February 2026 in the Laddsworth School Hall.

This well-established event is designed to bring together pupils and parents from Primary Schools across the Midlands areas, and expose them to the wide range of high school options. The Expo provides the perfect platform to explore, compare and engage with 26 different High Schools, all under one roof.

The Laddsworth High Schools Expo will open at 14h00 and close at 17h00, giving visitors the flexibility to attend at a time that suits their busy work and school schedules.

Laddsworth Primary School would like to thank the participating High Schools and looks forward to welcoming the Midlands community to the 2026 Expo.

For more information about the Expo or Laddsworth Primary School, visit the Laddsworth website (www.laddsworth.co.za) or follow the school on Instagram and Facebook.

Prospective parents are requested to visit the school website at www.laddsworth.co.za, select Admissions, and download the Enquiry for Enrolment form for 2027 once applications open.

Parents are kindly encouraged to share this information with families in Hilton and the surrounding areas who may be considering Laddsworth Primary School for their children.

All relevant information regarding the Admissions process for 2027 will be clearly outlined in the Enquiry for Enrolment form. While the process is initiated online, parents will be guided step by step through what is required of them in the form.

Parents are also reassured that the Admissions process only closes at the end of this term.

The Laddsworth Parent Information Morning will take place on 18 February 2026, from 09H30 - 11H00.

Welcome to a new year at Laddsworth Primary School!

We extend a warm welcome to all parents and pupils. Laddsworth is excited to embark on an inspiring and rewarding journey of growth and learning together in 2026. We look forward to partnering with you to make this a memorable and successful year for every child.

Lets #AimHigh in this year #LADDS2026