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 […]
CAMBRIDGE CURRICULUM: WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW BEFORE THEY SIGN UP
Over the past decade, as the Cambridge curriculum gained popularity in South Africa, the number of schools and institutions offering this internationally recognised education pathway mushroomed across the country. However, as many parents who wanted to ensure their child received the best possible education came to realise, not all schools are equally equipped to deliver […]
Meet the woman leading impressive Health and Safety achievements at BIC South Africa
There are many stories of women who have overcome challenges and succeeded. During Women’s Month, these stories resonate even more deeply, reminding us of the strength and resilience women bring to the table. There’s a unique magic in the stories of women who’ve turned their lives around, flipping the script in ways that inspire and empower other […]
SCHOOL CHANGE: HOW TO DETERMINE IF MOVING ON IS RIGHT FOR YOUR CHILD
School choice is not a straightforward ticking-of-the-boxes exercise. As all parents know, there are many factors that influence the decision-making process. Even when exhaustive investigations have been done, questions may still remain whether the right choice was made. At this time of year, following the mid-term exams, and looking forward to a new school year, […]
BIC Celebrates Left-Handers Day
In celebration of Left-Handers Day, BIC gives a round of applause to the creativity, resilience, and innovation of left-handed people everywhere. August 13th is a special day for a unique group of people who live in a world designed for the majority: Left-Handers Day! Celebrated annually, this day honours the 13% of the world’s population […]
KOA ACADEMY LAUNCHES AFRIKAANS VIRTUAL CAMPUS
Koa Academy, South Africa’s leading high-engagement online school has announced that it is opening Koa Akademie in January 2025. The new Afrikaans home language virtual campus is a first for South Africa, offering Afrikaans-speaking families a unique choice when it comes to their children’s education. Today, only 5% of government schools in South Africa use Afrikaans […]
The science of a successful side hustle
Salaries that aren’t keeping pace with rising costs are resulting in many South African consumers having to tighten their belts or look at ways of supplementing their income. Starting a side hustle is one way of doing this. It’s something that gained traction during the Covid-19 lockdowns, when people stuck at home had time on […]
DIGITAL CHILDHOOD & THE ROLE OF SCHOOLS TO ENSURE A SAFE & HEALTHY ONLINE EXPERIENCE
Over the past decade, technology has significantly transformed how we live, work and communicate. For parents, its impact has been especially profound. The mental health crisis among young people is alarming, with social media emerging as one of the significant contributing factors. “Social media amplifies free will to an unprecedented degree, allowing our thoughts and […]