How would you rate Hamptons High School?
Reviews
Based on 21 reviews and 174 answers
Ratings by area
Average of 20 reviews with area ratings
- Safety4.1
- Communication3.9
- Staff3.8
- Indoor environment3.7
- Education3.6
- Outdoor environment3.4
- Activities3.4
- Food3.1
- Parent5.011 September 2026
Thank goodness for the new Principal.
So much better. The new Principal is making a massive difference. I was worried and wondering if we should leave but now, GLAD I waited to see. The school is moving in the right direction. It is clear that the previous Principal did not know how to lead her teachers and she was riding a wave of good results when the kids had 8 subject so she protected her real results as we could never see that kids had to fail 3 subjects to fail. A lot of rumours have been spreading amongst parents and our kids are not dumb nor blind. Things are coming out now that will shock you. Thank goodness for the new Principal. I am excited to see how the school moves forward and we don't even remember the mess of the previous leadership and functions.
- Parent1.09 June 2026
Deeply concerned
As a long-standing parent, I have observed what I believe to be a significant decline in both the quality of education and the overall standards at the school in recent months. I am concerned about the leadership of the newly appointed principal (or vice) and the direction in which the school appears to be heading. Thankfully, this is my child's final year at the school. I have also heard reports that some teachers may have consumed alcohol before or during school events, including the recent Masquerade Ball and the Family Picnic. If true, this would be deeply concerning and would warrant further investigation.
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- Parent1.013 May 2026
Dont enrol your child in Hamptons
Teachers are bullies. Can never get time with acting principal as he always in meetings. He does not bother or care.. school only replies to good reviews why not the bad ones too. Terrible experience
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- Parent5.09 February 2026
Excellent service!So happy with Hamptons High!
Have the greatest appreciation for all the staff at Hamptons High,the supported my child throughout their High School career and through the Matric year!Mrs Brickhill thank you for your personal interest in my child's academic and emotional well-being being.The weekly reports you sent home helped us keep track of the academic progress.Thank you for the personal love care and interest you took.The individual attention was amazing!Thank you for all the chats of encouragement in the office and check ins in the hallway and classes!We were so well supported as a family.Wow,Hamptons High goes the extra mile! I have recommended Hamptons High to all my friends and family in Umhlanga to enroll their children for sure.We love and appreciate you!
- Parent1.07 February 2026
Aweful school
The one star is for 1 subject teacher otherwise this school deserves a zero. This school lies about what they offer. You end up paying for tuitions to cover up for the poor teaching skills at this school. They do not assist their students to do their best academically. As for the management team....the principal shirks from her responsibilities,will not communicate with parents and focuses rather on unnecessary chit chat on the group chat. Will not encourage parents from sending their kids to this school. It's an awful school with extremely poor matric results too!
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- Parent1.09 November 2025
Unprofessional principal
As with any school it has its challenges in terms of teachers constantly changing, ill equipped replacement teachers and a laxadazy approach from the principal. I guess that's my biggest gripe. The principal just does not respond to any communication or request to communicate. Mind boggling.
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- Former Student1.011 June 2025
very bad school, dont enroll ur kid here
teachers are disrespectful and talk badly about other classes, principal doesnt do anything regarding bullying, tuckshop is complete garbage, they make u pay so much for textbooks just for the textbooks to be falling apart, teachers also dont teach anything, Extra activities never happen, they claim its mandatory yet no one does it. Overall worst school ive ever seen.
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- Student5.027 March 2025
The school is really good
Teachers are amazing, the education is really good and there are a good variety of after school activities.
- Parent5.027 March 2025
Lovely school
The teachers and principal love the students so much. What a good school.
- Parent4.026 March 2025
Well done Hamptons High!
My two daughters attended Hamptons High. Its a small school with lots of care for the students. The principal is strict but fair. Most importantly teachers always go the extra mile and as a parent you are always kept in the loop! Well done Hamptons High!
- Parent5.028 January 2025
The best
My sons attend the school and they love it. Big focus on education and also having fun at school.
- Former Student1.029 August 2023
Needs alot of improvement
The school is too small, soccer is the only sport that is focused on which it bad for other children that like other sports (for example rugby) the schools food is terrible they only sell 10 items, they don't offer any school sandwiches Incase children forget their lunch and they want to buy the food. The school doesn't have school grounds for children to do PE in, they do PE in a public park,they also feel overcrowded by the amount of space there is, overall it's a bad school, classes are too small whereas kids are getting squashed and cannot focus properly
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- Employee5.022 August 2023
Excellent School
I love working at Hamptons and have found my experience of the school, students, teachers and general management to be very good.
- Employee5.022 August 2023
Excellent School
A beautiful and warm atmosphere and environment. Excellent facilities and educational system. A pleasure working here.
- Employee4.022 August 2023
Love working here.
Thoroughly enjoy working at this school with the students. They are the best.
- Student5.022 August 2023
Best teachers
I have finally found a school where I am accepted and the teachers help me.
- Parent4.016 August 2023
Amazing teachers
My daughters both attend the school. The teachers are definitely what sets the school apart! Dedicate, passionate teachers! We we greatly appreciate!?
- Former Student1.028 May 2023
Horrific
Without a doubt the worst experience of my entire life.
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- Parent3.027 October 2022
The school review
Its a great school but teacher's need to attend worshops on how to treat learners fairly not according to their parents money
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- Parent4.08 June 2022
Great little school!
The teachers always go the extra mile! The students are hard working and diligent! It’s a great coeducational school experience!
- Other5.06 October 2021
Hamptons High is Phenomenal
Hamptons High is the best thing that has happened in the Sunningdale area. A phenomenal school where learners can walk to. I love that it is a coeducational facility. I really believe school should prepare you for life. The teachers are absolutely amazing! A small, intimate school where the principal knows every child by name! Hamptons High is simply phenomenal!!!