A Fitting Tribute: Museum Renamed in Honour of John Illsley As part of Pretoria Boys High School's 125th anniversary celebrations, the school proudly renamed its museum the John Illsley Museum of Boys High History, paying tribute to a man whose dedication to preserving the heritage of the School has spanned more than
Pretoria Boys High School marked another memorable Founders Day weekend, bringing together generations of Boys High men, families, staff and friends in a fitting celebration of 125 years of tradition, brotherhood and excellence. Festivities began on Friday morning with the annual Founder's Day Assembly, a cherished occasion that welcomed more than
EXPERIENCE THE SCHOOL ON THE HILL LIKE NEVER BEFORE As part of Pretoria Boys High School’s continued 125th anniversary celebrations, Moonlight Serenade invites you to an unforgettable evening beneath the stars. For one magical night, the iconic Main Building will become the canvas for a spectacular music, laser light and
SOUTH AFRICA VS SCOTLAND RUGBY MATCH | LOFTUS / 11 JULY 2026 Skip the Parking Chaos at the SA vs Scotland Rugby match for only R200 per car. Why stress about parking on match day? Park at Pretoria Boys High School - safe, patrolled, and just a short walk from Loftus. Sat,
Beyond Limits: PBHS Duo Completes Gruelling 28-Hour Ocean Challenge In an extraordinary display of endurance, resilience and purpose, Pretoria Boys High School deputy headmaster Chris Oldnall and Old Boy Peet Crowther successfully completed the historic Double False Bay Crossing on 15 May, spending nearly 28 gruelling hours in the ocean to
Old Boys Day 2026: A Celebration of Brotherhood The spirit of brotherhood was alive and well on campus as nearly 200 Old Boys returned for our much-anticipated Old Boys Day. For many, it was a chance to walk familiar paths again, reconnect with classmates, and relive some of the moments
Form 1 Camp 2026: Where the Journey Begins In January 2026, our newest boys arrived excited, nervous, and ready to begin their journey. The annual Form 1 Camp is one of the most important traditions in the school calendar, and this year was no exception. Over two unforgettable days, the
A discussion I recently heard on the radio compelled me to respond. A teacher and his many belts. (Engr E. Owolabi) Should we even be asking whether teaching is a profession? No one asks whether doctors, engineers, or lawyers constitute a profession (Challen, 2007). Interestingly, engineers are increasingly drawing
As Pretoria Boys High School celebrates 125 years of excellence, tradition and sporting legacy, we proudly present the Nomads Hockey Festival - a premier showcase of schoolboy hockey on our iconic Hill Astro. Bringing together leading hockey schools from across South Africa, the festival celebrates skill, sportsmanship, and the rich
The Pretoria Boys High School Easter Rugby Festival brings together top schools from across the country in a thrilling celebration of elite schoolboy rugby - the premier rugby festival of the year, where tradition, intensity, and excellence collide on one unforgettable stage. As Pretoria Boys High School celebrates 125 years of
