Hoërskool Delmas

Hoërskool Delmas is a public, tuition-charging, Afrikaans and English language high school located in Delmas, Mpumalanga, South Africa. As of 2014 it had approximately 670 students. Two hostels are located on the premises.[1]

Hoërskool Delmas
Address
1 Hendrik Verwoerd Avenue Delmas West

, ,
2210

Coordinates26°08′50″S 28°40′05″E
Information
TypePublic school
Established1953
AuthorityMpumalanga Department of Education
PrincipalMnr J De Jongh
Grades8-12
GenderMixed-gender
LanguageEnglish Medium and Afrikaans
Colour(s)    Maroon and Gold
SloganGoed begin is half gewin
NicknameDellies
Websitewww.delmashs.co.za/wp/

History

The first grade 11 class began in January 1953 and the first matrics was written in December 1954. On 4 February 1956 the corner stone with the text written: “Daar op die rooi bult" was laid. The school grew to about 539 students in 1979 and were the host of their first inter high in 1980.[2]

Activities

Sport

  • Athletics
  • Cricket
  • Cross Country Running
  • Golf
  • Hockey
  • Netball
  • Rugby
  • Tennis

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References

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