KZN school bans parents from delivering elaborate Matric gifts

A KwaZulu-Natal school has banned parents from delivering elaborate gifts to their children on school premises. Ndukwenhle High School in Umlazi has voiced its concerns for others who cannot afford the grand gestures.

KZN SCHOOLS BAN ELABORATE MATRIC GIFTS

In a Facebook post, Ndukwenhle High School in Umlazi issued a directive to parents not to deliver matric gift hampers to their children on school premises.

The school shared: “This is because other parents do not have the means to afford such gifts for their children. We kindly ask for your understanding and support in this matter.

It added: “Let us promote equality and fairness among all our learners”.

In the comments section, the school defended its stance by adding, “Parents who can afford to do so are encouraged to gift their children. However, NO gifting will be allowed on the school premises”

The school received a positive response from the public.

Lelo Moumakwe commented: “Big up to the school 👏 by all means buy the gifts but have them delivered at home”. Emeldah Charl added: “Much respect to the school”.

Some even called for the school to impose strict regulations on Matric Dance events.

WHEN DO EXAMS BEGIN AND END?

According to the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examination timetable, matric exams began on Tuesday, 13 October, and will end on Thursday, 26 November 2026.

Results are expected to be released on an unconfirmed date in January 2027.