All private preschools, ECD centres may open immediately
Monday, July 6, 2020 The Department of Social Development says it has noted the High Court ruling on Monday that all private preschools and Early…
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3 Rules to Spark Learning
We live in a world that’s become used to being stimulated by the wonders of technology. So how are we as teachers supposed to draw…
Considering Substitute Teaching?
Have you been considering putting yourself out there as a substitute teacher, but are stuck in your indecision? If that’s you – keep reading ????…
Tips for Successful Parent-Teacher Communication
While schools are phasing back with the pandemic still lingering, parents are super on edge when it comes to their children’s safety. Interaction with these…
Only Grades R, 6, 11 will reopen on 6 July
Only Grades 6, Grade 11 and Grade R will now be returning to school on 6 July 2020, the Department of Basic Education (DBE) said…
Delightful Language Resources
As language teachers we have the most fantastic array of digital tools and resources available for every part of the curriculum. I’ve listed a few…
Impact of school closures on education outcomes in South Africa
Vijay Reddy, Human Sciences Research Council; Crain Soudien, Human Sciences Research Council, and Lolita Desiree Winnaar, Human Sciences Research Council By mid April about 1.725…
Keeping education on track in the disruptive school year
Following prolonged school shutdowns, teachers, parents and students are all considering how to save the 2020 academic year. There are still many questions around the…
Creating a Calm Classroom
Notes from a not-so-calm teacher, on how I created my calmest space in eight years. I recently took a moment to reflect on a particularly…
How to navigate trauma within your classroom
The 2016 national study of child maltreatment in South Africa shows that over 40% of young people have experienced some form of trauma, and that’s…