COMMUNICATION

It is Wynberg’s specific aim to build a solid bridge of communication between the school and home.

parent-School Communication

It is essential for the development of every student that communication between parents and teachers be positive and open. Electronic communication: Weekly email newsletters are distributed to all Wynberg parents and guardians during term time. These contain both news stories, our Wynberg Week single link for sports fixtures and events, and our 7-day weekly planner of activities. In addition, regular information notices are communicated either by email, via the students, or through our website. Email: This is the preferred and most efficient method of communication between parents and the school. All staff email addresses are available on our website. Emails will be acknowledged within 24 hours, with queries dealt with as soon as possible. WhatsApp Groups: All parents are sent invitations to join their son’s grade group. These groups are no-reply, broadcast-only, for essential messages, reminders, web links, and event notices. Website: www.wbhs.org.za The school website is regularly updated with news and events, and is our central platform for all information, including the annual school calendar.

Social Media: Wynberg is renowned for its extensive social media coverage of School Life, major events, and Old Boys’ interests. A detailed list of our Facebook Pages, Instagram accounts, our YouTube channel, and other social media platforms may be found on our website under the Contact section

Diary: All students are issued with a School Diary containing the school calendar including the test and exam timetable for the year. Circulars: These are sent via email, with copies on the school website, and linked into weekly newsletters.

parent / Teacher Meetings

Parents are encouraged to support these meetings which take the following forms: General meetings are held from time to time with the aim of parents and teachers to meet socially and get to know one another.

Specific meetings are called after each term’s formal assessments where parents are given an opportunity to meet the teachers to discuss progress of students in specific subjects. Tenminute slots with individual teachers may be booked in advance on Moodle using the student’s login details. Grade meetings are held with parents to discuss matters pertinent to grades or houses.