Laerskool Fontainebleau celebrated its 120th anniversary with a special event, bringing together generations of people who have been part of the school’s rich history.

Former teachers, parents, learners, and community members gathered on the school grounds to mark this important milestone and reflect on the school’s journey over the years. The visitors toured the school and saw how it has grown and changed, while continuing to provide quality education.

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Principal Kevin Kinghorn explained that they had a big birthday in March this year for all the current school children and teachers. “Today was meant for all teachers who retired to come back and have a day here with us, have a tour around the school, and see how everything progressed in the years that they haven’t been here.”

He added that, in attendance, were teachers who had taught at the school for more than 29 years. “There are big names in the industry. People that were here at the beginning and doing all the traditions and stuff that we have today.”

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Kinghorn is the 11th principal of the school. He said it is a big honour and privilege to celebrate the 120th milestone. “It puts me into the next level to know that I need to make sure I succeed in the future. I want to take every day, make this school better, and leave it in a better place than it was.”

The celebration created a warm atmosphere as memories from different decades were stacked in the library. Guests were impressed by the school’s modern facilities, while appreciating the traditions that have remained at the heart of Laerskool Fontainebleau for 120 years.

The event was a reminder that the school’s success is built through the dedication of generations of teachers, parents, and learners, working together as one community.

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