 Other than its rich history, the school is known for all-round excellence in sport, culture, academics and the performance of notable old boys across a wide sphere of society.The pillar values of the school are pride, respect and gentlemanship along with humility, excellence, integrity and responsibility (PRG HEIR).Another notable characteristic of the school is its "gees" (Afrikaans for "spirit") and their famous fight song "Old boys of Paul Roos" which is the melody of "Flower of Scotland" in remembrance of the first three Scottish rectors, which they sing with their old boys.