On Saturday, 16 March 2024, Laddsworth participated in the Bake-Off and Expo at the Quarry Centre.

In the Bake-Off segment, participants showcased their skills by creating Show-Stopper Cakes. Laddsworth achieved 1st place, winning an R8,000 Quarry Centre shopping voucher. I extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mrs Gillian Ilijevski for her invaluable assistance in guiding a group of Grade 7 girls, enabling them to acquire new skills and create truly remarkable cakes. The theme "Let the Love Shine Through" was beautifully depicted in the decoration of three cakes, each symbolizing love for family, knowledge, and nature.

I commend Gabby Ngcobo, Isabella Alexander, Rachel Coetzee, Tyler Gunter, Kyro Singh, Kayla Morrison, Amy Taylor, Freya Ulyate, Charis Donkin, Khumo Shongwe and Sarah Alexander for their outstanding cake creations. Special thanks to Ms Joubert for her support and guidance.

My appreciation goes out to all the parents of Grades 2, 4, and 6 who generously provided treats and contributed towards the ingredients for the Bake-Off. Thank you to Mrs Jager, Mr Binedell, Mrs van der Merwe, Mrs Kinners, Mrs Rogers, Mr Pieters, Mr Buthelezi and Mr Maphumulo for coordinating the Laddsworth Site and the Cake sale.
To pupils and parents, thank you for your enthusiastic support on Saturday, 16 March 2024.

Congratulations to Josh and Kyle Smith for winning the 'Knowledge' cake, Jason Coetzee for winning the 'Family' cake, and Jaclyn Loubser for winning the 'Nature' Show-Stopper cake.

On Tuesday, 5 March 2024, the Laddsworth Girls A Swimming Team attended the prestigious Pietermaritzburg and Districts Inter-Schools A Gala.

Having won the shield for the first time ever in 2022, and retaining first place the following year in 2023, the Laddsworth Girls were determined to end their swimming season on a high and bring the trophy home for a third straight year.

Both the pupils’ and coaches’ hard work paid off, with Laddsworth winning the gala by a staggering 54.5 points. Completing the “hat-trick,” they also won the U13 Relay Trophy.

To the pupils, parents, coaches and Laddsworth community, thank you for your dedication and support. You continue to inspire us all to #AimHigh.

On Friday, 9 February 2024, the Laddsworth Grade 6 and 7 teams participated in the Kids Lit Quiz, an international literature competition encouraging learners to read for pleasure. The regional heats held at Athlone Primary School Pietermaritzburg saw participants from many neighboring schools.

Congratulations to the Laddsworth Grade 6 Team: Kaila Stander, Sophie Stevens, Leranya Govender, and Xavi Smith who were placed third in the overall competition.

The 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 of the 2024 Kids Lit were the Laddsworth Grade 7 Team: Kyro Singh, Dylan Crabtree, Charis Donkin, and Sarah Thorpe.
As regional champions, on Saturday, 17 February, the Laddsworth Grade 7 Team flew to Cape Town to compete in the National Kids Lit Championship at The Grove Primary School. It was an amazing experience and the pupils had a fantastic time competing against schools from around South Africa #AimHigh

As 2024 gets into full swing, it’s time for families to start selecting and applying for High Schools. Mark your calendars for the 22nd edition of the Laddsworth High Schools Expo taking place at the Laddsworth Primary School Hall on Wednesday, 7 February 2024.

This special event welcomes pupils and parents from all around Pietermaritzburg, the Midlands, and neighboring communities. The Expo brings together 24 local High Schools under one roof, to assist you in making informed decisions about your child’s educational journey.

The Laddsworth High Schools Expo opens at 14h00 and closes at 17h00, allowing visitors the opportunity and flexibility to attend the Expo considering their busy work and school schedules.

Don't miss this opportunity to shape your child's future!
Join us at the Laddsworth High Schools Expo.

Laddsworth Primary School would like to welcome you back to the first day of the 2024 School Year.

A special welcome to this year's Grade One pupils and parents as they join the Laddsworth Family 

On Friday 8 December 2023, Laddsworth hosted its Grade 7 Speech Day and Prize Giving.

On Thursday 30 November 2023, the Laddsworth Choir and musicians had an unforgettable evening performing with St Anne's Diocesan College at the 'Sounds of the Season' musical collaboration. It was a night to celebrate both music and the coming of Christmas.

More importantly, it was an occasion to bring the Hilton community together through song and even a bit of dance.
Thank you St Anne's Diocesan College for including Laddsworth in this celebration of music, and the festive season.

On Saturday Laddsworth hosted the annual Boys 5-a-Side Soccer Tournament. 10 Schools with 38 teams and 304 boys took to the field for a fun-filled morning.
The final results were as follows.
U9 Tournament - 1st Laddsworth, 2nd Merchiston
U10 Tournament - 1st Merchiston, 2nd Woodlands
U11  Tournament - 1st Alston, 2nd Merchiston
OPEN Tournament - 1st Bisley, 2nd Richmond
A massive THANK YOU to My SPAR - Hilton Quarry for sponsoring the event and all the food packs enjoyed by the teams and staff. Thank you to What Event for providing the platform to communicate live fixtures, results, and log standings.
Overall a fantastic day at Laddsworth and we look forward to hosting next term's Girls Edition of the Laddsworth 5-a-Side Soccer Tournament.

On Wednesday 1 March 2023, Laddsworth celebrated its 120th Birthday.

It was a day filled with lots of celebration and fun for everyone involved. We were overwhelmed by the amount of support shown by pupils, staff, parents, and the Hilton community.

The morning started with a massive cake made by My SPAR - Hilton Quarry, so big it had to be brought to the field by truck.

The entire School dressed in blue, gold, and white 120 t-shirts, were led by Mr. G Lambooy and bagpiper, Mr. I Turnbull, down to the field where they surrounded a 16x10m 120 badge on Stride Field.

We said a prayer, then sang the School song and Happy Birthday. Mr. Lambooy shared some words on the history of Laddsworth before cutting and handing out the cake to each class.

Each grade then split up to do a range of different fun activities, kite building, mini Olympics, the amazing race, treasure hunts, and even a clown, just to name a few.

The day ended with Mr. Lambooy handing out a number of Laddsworth 120 gifts and memorabilia to all the pupils and staff.

We say thank you to My SPAR - Hilton Quarry and all the members of the Laddsworth staff and community that made the 120th Birthday of Laddsworth Primary School so special and memorable.

OUR GIRLS HAVE DONE IT AGAIN

Our Laddsworth Girls A Swimming Team have won the Pietermaritzburg and Districts Girls Inter-School A-Gala and retained their historic title from 2022. In addition to completing "the double," they also brought home the U12 and U13 Relay Trophies, making it a clean sweep.

Our Boys A Swimming Team also had a fantastic result, narrowly coming 3rd overall in the Pietermaritzburg and Districts Boys Inter-School A-Gala.

Proud is an understatement, and Laddsworth would like to thank all the pupils, coaches, staff, and families for their commitment and hard work put into the Aquatics program this season.