Reddford House The Hills Class of 2024 celebrates outstanding matric results

Reddford House The Hills has once again demonstrated its commitment to academic excellence, with the Class of 2024 achieving remarkable results in the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams. As a non-selective school, Reddford House prides itself on ensuring students reach their full potential in a nurturing yet disciplined environment, and this year’s matriculants have proven the effectiveness of that approach.

Among the school’s standout achievers, Keira Blake emerged as a top performer, earning five distinctions with an impressive average of 86%. She excelled in Afrikaans First Additional Language, Dramatic Arts, and English Home Language, achieving a coveted spot in the IEB’s Top 1% for one of her subjects. Keira, who has always set high academic goals for herself, credits her success to meticulous note-taking, speaking study material out loud to reinforce understanding, and extensive practice with past papers.

Reflecting on what motivated her throughout matric, Keira shared: “I’ve always pushed myself to achieve more, setting higher academic goals each year. In Grade 8, I saw a student wearing the white blazer for academic excellence, and I made it my goal to earn one myself. When I achieved that in Grade 10, I set my sights on becoming Dux Scholar. For me, it was about proving to myself that I could always reach for greater things.”

She also praised the unwavering support of her teachers and classmates: “My teachers were phenomenal. They were always available—after school, during breaks, whenever I needed help. My friends also played a huge role in keeping me grounded. We were all navigating the same challenges, and just having moments to laugh, de-stress, and support each other made a big difference.”

Keira identified Pure Mathematics as her most challenging subject, requiring intense focus and persistence. “I really struggled with Maths, and I realised the only way to improve was through practice. I asked my teacher endless questions, went back to the basics, and worked through past papers. Maths is a subject you can’t memorise—you have to understand and apply it in different ways. It was tough, but in the end, the hard work paid off.”

Alongside Keira, Unathi Sishi also achieved five distinctions, with an average of 83%, excelling particularly in Life Orientation, where he scored over 90%. Sudarshan Reddy was another standout performer, securing five distinctions, further reinforcing the strong academic achievements at Reddford House The Hills.

This year’s results underscore the school’s commitment to fostering both academic excellence and personal growth. With students excelling across multiple subjects and achieving Top 1% rankings in the IEB, the Class of 2024 has set a high benchmark for future matriculants.

As these graduates embark on the next chapter of their lives, their achievements at Reddford House The Hills will serve as a strong foundation for future success. Ravi Nadasen, CEO of Inspired Education Group Africa, commented: “The outstanding results of the Class of 2024 reflect not only the resilience, determination, and hard work of our students but also the unwavering commitment and expertise of our dedicated teachers. At Reddford House, we take immense pride in being a non-selective school that fosters an environment where every learner is empowered to achieve their personal best, academically and beyond. We are thrilled to see our graduates ready to embrace the next chapters of their lives, armed with confidence, skills, and a passion for excellence.”

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Aarya Badal – Reddford House Blue Hills
Aarya Badal, a founding student of Reddford House Blue Hills, achieved an outstanding nine distinctions with a top average of 94.6%. Motivated by her desire to exceed her own expectations and make her family proud, Aarya worked tirelessly to secure a place at the University of Cape Town (UCT), where she plans to pursue a BSc in biochemistry, data science, and statistics. Her ultimate goal is a career in medical research, with a focus on pharmacy. She credits her success to attentive teachers, a strong support network of friends, and her effective study methods, which included active recall and extensive use of past papers. Aarya found AP English the most challenging subject, citing its demanding self-study nature and essay-heavy structure, but overcame this through consistent preparation and practice essays with her teacher.

Khayalandile Nkomo – Reddford House Blue Hills
Achieving seven distinctions with an average of 86.6%, Khayalandile Nkomo was motivated by his goal of securing admission to a top university. His study methods focused on practising past papers and integrating feedback into comprehensive notes. Khayalandile credits his teachers and friends for providing essential support and encouragement during the pressures of matric. He found English particularly challenging, requiring a deep understanding of the material and strong analytical skills, which he developed over time. He has accepted an offer to study law at UCT and plans to explore interests in the film industry alongside his studies to broaden his horizons.

Luyanda Dube – Reddford House Blue Hills
With seven distinctions and an average of 86.4%, Luyanda Dube excelled academically, driven by his ambition to pursue actuarial sciences, a highly competitive field. Luyanda’s approach to studying focused on mastering foundational knowledge early in the year and building on it consistently. Struggling initially with mathematics and physical sciences, he worked closely with his teachers, sought external tutoring, and dedicated himself to rigorous practice. Luyanda identified physical sciences as his most difficult subject, requiring him to revisit concepts from earlier grades to secure the distinction he needed. He plans to continue his journey toward becoming an actuary by studying actuarial sciences at university and ultimately joining the Actuarial Society of South Africa.

Zarina Govindasamy – Reddford House Blue Hills
Zarina Govindasamy achieved eight distinctions with an impressive average of 90.7%, motivated by a desire to live up to her own high standards. Her success was built on thorough preparation using past papers and tackling challenging textbook problems to solidify her understanding. Zarina found her teachers’ exam-aligned tests and the collaborative environment with her friends instrumental in keeping her prepared throughout the year. She described chemistry as her toughest subject due to its balance of memorisation and application, but she handled it through consistent practice and determination. Zarina has accepted an offer to study medicine at Wits University, fulfilling her dream of pursuing a career in healthcare.

Keira Blake – Reddford House The Hills
Keira Blake earned five distinctions with an average of 85.4%, driven by her determination to constantly push her limits and achieve goals she set for herself. Inspired by her early academic achievements, including earning the white blazer as a symbol of excellence in Grade 10, Keira worked diligently to achieve Dux Scholar status. Her success stemmed from meticulous note-taking, speaking study material out loud to reinforce understanding, and extensive practice with past papers. Keira found pure mathematics the most challenging, but overcame it through perseverance, asking questions, and consistent practice. She plans to study musical theatre at Oakfield College, with the dream of pursuing a career on London’s West End.

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