Help your child develop with a balanced lifestyle
Today, more and more children are expected to do more and perform better. However, parents need to remember that children […]
Practical tips on how to keep your kids safe online
If you have been on any social media platform these past few weeks you might have seen the terrifying image
The benefits of using a curriculum provider
Using a curriculum provider is a convenient, straightforward and effective option for home education parents – all you need to do
A successful start to your (home) school year!
Home education is a wonderful, worthwhile journey, but knowing where to start can be overwhelming. So, whether you are just
Overwhelmed by all the “teachers” out there
We live in a time where there is an information overload through social media and the internet. Everyone has access
Mathematics and Music – Is There Really a Connection?
Is there really a connection between Mathematics and music? And, if there is – is it a relationship in both
Bilingualism – Empower your child
South Africa is a multilingual community, and mastering more than one language is not only important for today’s children, but
Back to learning roots
How the future of learning will incorporate ancient wisdom. Nowadays, things are changing faster than ever before. Most industries are experiencing
10 strange holiday traditions from around the world
Whether you are celebrating a religious festival, such as Christmas or Hanukkah, or something more secular, you are sure to
Home Education – Is it a possible solution?
There’s a scrimmage of 40 Grade 1 learners in front of their new class. They bundle in and sit on
How do I know if my child is school-ready?
School readiness is one of the biggest concerns for a Grade R parent. How do you know if your child
Go outside!
Over half of children spend an hour or less a day playing outside – that’s less than the average maximum-security prisoner
What is the real effect of too much screen time on kids’ wellbeing?
In today’s modern world, children grow up knowing how to take pictures with our iPhones or how to navigate to
The approach to History as a possible compulsory subject
Shortly after it was announced that History may become a compulsory subject in South African schools up to Grade 12,
It’s time to get serious about our heritage
South Africa currently has ten World Heritage Sites, of which the Barberton Makhonjwa Mountains and the Khomani Cultural Landscape are
Number sense- the root of mathematics
Number sense essentially refers to a learner’s ability to use numbers in relation to one another, i.e. they can recognise
Phonics – the root of reading
What do you want to achieve with a reading programme in the Foundation Phase? This is a critical question. Teachers
Getting insight into bullying
Rita Niemann Bullying is an example of school violence, which mostly stems from aggression and poor self-image. Bullying can be
What to consider when searching for a school
By Yandiswa Xhakaza Choosing a school is no small feat. Parents often undertake this task under enormous pressure and in
Bullying: What parents and schools can do
ARTICLE BY PROF RITA NIEMANN, NALIZE MARAIS, ZENDRÉ SWANEPOEL AND MONIERA MOOSA Bullying is a great concern for both parents
Let your child fail – it’s okay
Facing challenges and making mistakes can help your child grow. By Danielle Barfoot As parents, we want to protect our
Cursive writing – Is it still necessary?
Hilda Erasmus: Foundation Phase Specialist We live in an age of computers and technology. Why is it still necessary for
Practically speaking, home education is easy
Some home-education learners shy away from subjects such as Dramatic Arts, Agricultural Sciences, Hospitality Studies, etc. because they are worried
What role should parents play in academic achievement?
Hilda Erasmus – Specialist: Foundation Phase Nowadays, parents have a lot more control over their children’s lives and they want
10 Tips for home education success
By Danielle Barfoot, written for Impaq (Formally known as Impak Onderwysdiens) The scheduled academic year for mainstreamers may already be
International Recognition for New Distance Education Learning System
Home education was legalised in South Africa in 1996 and has been increasing in popularity ever since. FutureLearn, a distance
Get a second chance at success
If you’ve recently completed Grade 12, you’ll know that your matric results can lead to many exciting opportunities. Your matric
Collaborative Learning
by Prof Rita Niemann Gerlach (2004) explained that collaborative learning is in essence a natural social act, implying talking about and
10 Reasons to homeschool
You know someone who knows someone who teaches their children at home and you’ve read a few articles on the
Take time to reflect
While most parents spend considerable time preparing for the beginning of the school year, not much thought is given to
