EDUCATION

New Leaf Technologies Wins Big at London’s Learning Technologies Awards, Showcasing South Africa’s Global L&D Excellence
South African-headquartered digital learning provider New Leaf Technologies has earned Silver at the prestigious Learning Technologies Awards 2025 in London – one of the world’s

Putting the Power of Learning in Learners’ Hands During Global Education Week
For millions of South African children, crowded classrooms, and limited resources continue to hold back a generation of learners. BIC continues to champion education by supporting learners,

Growth or Fixed Mindset – Achievement is really all in the mind
Henry Ford was a business magnate and founder of the Ford Motor Company. One of his famous quotes is, “Whether you think you can or

Woodridge Preparatory School — A Place to Learn, Grow and Belong
Located just twenty-five minutes away from Port Elizabeth off the N2 freeway, Woodridge Preparatory School offers a nurturing environment for young learners to grow academically,

Oh, My Word (Problem)! How to help your child with word problems in maths
“I like maths, but I hate doing word sums.” This statement is true for many students. At primary school level this is often the area

Five Fun Recycling Facts to Share with Your Kids
Recycling might sound like something only adults do, but children can be some of the biggest heroes in protecting the planet. Clean-up and Recycle Week

Kip McGrath Walmer Celebrates a Decade of Educational Excellence
On 1 September 2025, Kip McGrath Education Centres Walmer in Gqeberha proudly marks its 10th anniversary. Since opening its doors in 2015, the centre has

Northlands Primary Develops Multimillion-Rand Hockey Astro for Learners and Community
Northlands Primary School has broken ground on a multimillion-rand, international-standard hockey astro-turf and dedicated it in a move, set to transform school sport and strengthen

Mid-Year School Check-In: Is Your Child in the Right Learning Environment?
By August, most learners in South Africa have settled into the rhythm of the academic year. School uniforms are no longer stiff from newness, friendships

Fun and Engaging Literacy Activities for Children: Boosting English Skills at Home
Helping your child with literacy skills doesn’t have to be boring or tedious. In fact, there are many ways to bring English and literacy to

When Should South African Graduates Start Applying for Jobs?
You’ve put in the hours, written the exams, and now graduation is on the horizon. But when should you start applying for jobs, and how

Woodridge Preparatory School — Guiding young learners to greatness
For nearly ninety years Woodridge Preparatory School has offered purpose-driven schooling, nurturing students to become the leaders of tomorrow. In keeping with their motto, Fideliter,

What life insurance gets wrong about education cover
Many parents rely on life insurance to cover their child’s school fees, but education insurance offers a simpler, more reliable way to protect your child’s

Dear Parents, With Love, Your Child’s Teacher
The things your child’s teacher wants to tell you but cannot. Your child’s teacher is by default one of the members of the “village” who

Teaching Study Skills
Whose Responsibility Is It Anyway? Exams bring its fair share of stress and pressure. It is a time when teachers, parents and children feel overwhelmed

Myth: I Can’t Study For a Maths Exams
Many children have a misconception about preparing for a Maths test or exam. You can’t study if the teacher will change the numbers of the

World Book Day: To Dress Up, or To Close the Literacy Gap? That is the Question
While many schools across South Africa will be celebrating World Book Day on 23 April with dress-up events and other classroom fun, Thanda – a non-profit dedicated to improving

It Takes a Village to Raise a Child
The origin of this proverb is unknown. Some believe that it is an African proverb; others believe that it originated from Native American tribes. Either

Where Have All the Teachers Gone? The Urgent Need to Rebuild the Profession
Teachers are the backbone of any society. They are responsible for shaping future generations and influencing the trajectory of a nation – all the world’s

The Primary Goal of Primary School
Jimmy sat on the edge of the playground. He looked at the other children playing on the swings while eating his lunch alone. Question 1:

Celebrating St Dominic’s Priory School
Set on hill on twenty-nine acres of parkland, St Dominic’s Priory School has much to offer. Located in Miramar, Gqeberha, with a magnificent view across
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