College House
"A gracious home from home"
Weekly Boarding
As a leading independent Christian girls’ school, DGC’s central location on Durban’s Berea makes it an excellent choice for both day scholars and weekly boarders, making it easily accessible for families across KwaZulu-Natal.
College House, our boutique on-campus weekly boarding option, offers a warm and supportive Monday-to-Thursday experience that thoughtfully balances independence with family life. Set in lush, tranquil gardens, College House is a gracious home away from home, with beautifully appointed and comfortable accommodation — more reminiscent of a boutique hotel than a traditional boarding house.
Weekly boarding truly offers the “best of both worlds”: girls spend four nights on campus with their friends and return home for three nights each week, allowing them to remain closely connected to family life. This option is ideal for girls with busy academic, cultural and sporting commitments, providing direct access to DGC’s exceptional facilities while still enjoying weekends at home.
Location & Accessibility
Approximate distances to Durban Girls’ College :
Durban North 7km
Westville 12km
Umhlanga 17km
Hillcrest 20km
King Shaka International Airport 33km
Ballito 47km
Salt Rock 51km
Pietermaritzburg 77km
Port Shepstone 120km
Margate 130km
Life at College House
Boarders enjoy delicious, nutritionally balanced meals that are the envy of day girls and staff alike. Packed lunches are provided so that boarders can enjoy lunchtime with friends on campus, and day-scholars are welcome to join boarders for lunch at College House.
Our superb sporting facilities are conveniently located on the doorstep of College House, and girls are transported to matches and practices by the school driver. Health needs are professionally and compassionately managed by the school’s nursing sister, with the school doctor living nearby.
While weekly boarding is ideal for girls who live further away, many families choose College House for the structured, nurturing environment it offers and the opportunity for girls to immerse themselves fully in every aspect of school life.
A dedicated College House bus collects boarders from Salt Rock on Monday mornings and returns them on Friday afternoons.
To find out more, please contact Jackie Chowles on 031 268 7200 or email admissions@dgc.co.za.
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