Marriott Investment Managers and Highbury Preparatory School.
At Highbury, we believe that a solid foundation shapes the men our boys will become. This belief is shared by Marriott Investment Managers, a proudly South African firm that has been creating financial peace of mind for investors since 1987.
Today, Marriott manages over R32.8 billion in assets (as at 30 September 2025) and offers a range of investment solutions – from offshore share portfolios to international unit trusts and a direct UK property fund and South African unit trusts. Their disciplined, income-focused investment style is designed to provide more predictable outcomes and long-term security.
“The value of an investment grows at the rate at which its dividends grow,” explains Marriott. “That’s why we focus on investing for income – because income growth drives capital growth.” Further to this, Marriott says that in order to build a portfolio with long-term resilience, investing in quality is key. High-quality businesses with a track record of paying and growing dividends provides more predictable investment outcomes, even in turbulent markets. “When investment outcomes are more predictable, investors gain greater peace of mind. That peace of mind encourages long-term commitment, enabling investors to benefit from the full power of compounding.”
So, whether you’re managing portfolios or navigating life, resilience is a necessary characteristic that will help you respond positively to challenges, to navigate safely through times of uncertainty and to keep a level head and stay focused on the long-term objectives.
Marriott’s partnership with Highbury is more than financial support, it’s a shared commitment to values that form the core of both organisations, and ones that will shape our future leaders – integrity, trust, responsibility, and respect.
Marriott’s support helps ensure that Highbury can continue offering opportunities that allow boys to thrive and grow. Their partnership is a reminder that when businesses and schools work together, the result is a stronger, better-prepared generation ready to face the challenges of tomorrow.