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Is private education reserved for the rich elite?

In South Africa, private higher education is often assumed to be for wealthy students or those who did not get into public universities. It is also commonly linked to privilege,…

Morgan Cadle May 14, 2026

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The secret to raising children who love reading and learn better

A love of reading doesn’t develop by chance. It is built early through everyday habits that shape how children experience books – not as work, but as discovery, imagination, and…

Morgan Cadle April 21, 2026

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When screen time for kids is a bridge to learning, not a barrier

By Kate Groch Screen time is bad for children, right? Artificial intelligence is killing critical thinking, correct? I beg to differ. In the rural areas where I’ve worked as an…

Morgan Cadle April 20, 2026

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School’s Out for Summer: But Learning Never Ends

The end of the year brings the relief that the busyness of the academic year can come to a halt. Parents and teachers will agree that every year seems busier…

Morgan Cadle February 3, 2026

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Success begins with opportunity: MathU kicks off the 2026 year

To make a real impact on education in South Africa, learners need access to world-class education tools. The biggest barrier isn’t willingness or ability – it’s access. In rural communities,…

Morgan Cadle January 30, 2026

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The parents’ survival guide to the 2026 school year: Finding the sweet spot between supporting your teen and stifling their growth

As backpacks grow heavier and the new school year hits its stride, parents everywhere are navigating familiar territory with fresh anxiety. Amid academic pressure, extracurricular demands and the ever-mysterious world…

Morgan Cadle January 26, 2026

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Make raising a financially resilient child your 2026 parenting goal

In an increasingly unpredictable economy, raising money-smart kids is no longer just about teaching them how to save or budget. It’s about helping them stay calm under pressure, think strategically,…

Morgan Cadle January 20, 2026

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The Bothongo Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve Offers the Perfect Educational Start to 2026

As the new school year gets underway, parents and educators are looking for meaningful ways to inspire curiosity, learning and a love for nature in children. The Bothongo Rhino & Lion…

Morgan Cadle January 19, 2026

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Sacred Heart College Celebrates 2025 Matric Results, With Students Ranking in the Top 1% Nationally and a 100% Pass Rate Anchored in Academic Mastery

Sacred Heart College, a 101-year-old independent Catholic Marist school based in Observatory, north-east of Johannesburg, has announced exceptional results for its Class of 2025, with the cohort achieving a 100%…

Morgan Cadle January 14, 2026

Education

Beyond the Matric Results: 10 Practical tips to help SA’s Class of 2025 navigate their uncertain future

You’ve got your matric results. Now you’re staring at a gap between where you are and where you want to be. “According to Statistics SA the numbers are real: 40% of youth…

Morgan Cadle January 14, 2026