How nature helps SA’s fatherless boys
In Western philosophy the concept of “the healing power of nature” dates to the father of medicine, Hippocrates. However, the conviction in the restorative capacity of being connected to nature is reflected also in indigenous knowledge across the world. While modern science delivers ample evidence that nature is good for body, mind and soul, people […]
FROM PRESCHOOL TO PRIMARY: HELPING YOUR 1ST GRADER TRANSITION SUCCESSFULLY
During the December holidays, parents and guardians of 2025’s Grade Ones have a monumental milestone to look forward to – that of their child going to big school for the first time! In the coming weeks, before the school doors open in January, parents have a valuable opportunity to ensure children start their academic journey […]
How Positive Psychology can boost SA teachers’ resilience
Despite decades of democracy and transformation, South Africa continues to have one of the most unequal education systems in the world. While the quality of teaching and learning in a minority of private and former ‘model C’ schools is on par with developed countries, the reality in most government-run schools, places South Africa alongside nations […]
How South African online schools prepare learners for university
While a university education remains a top aspiration for many young South Africans, and their parents, it’s a particularly challenging pathway in the country. Apart from the shortage of places limiting access, a persistently high percentage of students drop out before completion, or don’t manage to achieve their degrees within the allotted time. In looking for solutions […]
ONLINE LEARNING & MENTAL WELLBEING: MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR YOUR CHILD
Anxiety is a pervasive issue that can affect students of all ages and from all backgrounds, regardless of whether they are enrolled in traditional brick-and-mortar schools or online educational programmes. However, studying online can present unique challenges that need to be considered when choosing a school. That is why it is important for online schools […]
Making Writing Easier for Children with Dyslexia
With the right pen in hand, children with dyslexia can experience the joy of writing Writing should be a doorway to creativity and learning for children, but for many with dyslexia, writing can be a challenge. BIC, a world leader in stationery, hopes to change the experience of writing from a struggle into a more pleasurable one. […]
Surviving school exams with less stress & more focus
We’re into the last term of the school year, and that means exam time for learners from Grade 4 all the way up to Grade 12. While there’s a lot at stake for children in the upper Grades, even the younger ones going into their first or second exam seasons can feel pressure to perform. […]
FROM PAGES TO POSSIBLITIES: HOW TO INSPIRE A LOVE OF READING IN YOUR CHILD
In South Africa, the ability to read for meaning is a critical skill that remains elusive for many children. According to the Reading Panel 2030 report, a staggering 78% of Grade 4 learners cannot read for meaning in any language. This alarming statistic underscores the urgent need to foster a love of reading among students to ensure […]
Healing generations – the trauma of SA’s fatherless boys
Traumatic experiences can disrupt a child’s sense of safety, trust, and emotional regulation, often leading to long-term mental health effects. These are a wide range of events or situations that overwhelm a child’s ability to cope emotionally and psychologically. If these traumas are not addressed with appropriate, timely intervention and support, it can lead to […]
Why Handwriting is a Skill We Can’t Afford to Lose
The pen still matters in a digital age With more technology integration in schools, is handwriting really necessary in this age of digitization? Research says yes! Handwriting should remain a key component in fostering cognitive development and improving literacy outcomes, especially given literacy concerns in South Africa, where too many children struggle to read for meaning. Unlocking the […]