Empowering Young Women: Always Pad Company Visits Grade 6 On October 17, 2024, our school had the honor of welcoming a representative from the Always Pad Company, Ms. Zenele, to speak with the girls of Grade 6 about an essential topic: menstrual hygiene and health. This visit took place in our school hall and provided an important opportunity to
DHL’s Water Safety Presentation Engages Grade 4 Learners at our school On October 17, 2024, Mr. Matthews and his dedicated team from DHL visited our school to deliver an informative presentation on water safety and emergency preparedness to our grade 4 learners. The event took place in the school hall, where learners gathered to learn essential safety tips. Mr. Matthews
Empowering Parents: Ongoing Workshop Series for Caregivers of Young Children Our school is currently hosting a series of impactful parental workshops designed specifically for parents and caregivers of children aged 0-5 years. This initiative, which began on October 16th, is a collaborative effort between the Department of Basic Education, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the National Early Childhood Development
MEMORIAL SERVICE OF DEVANO VAN WYK Memorial Service of Devano van Wyk, On October 16th, family, friends, and loved ones gathered at the Balvenie Primary School hall to honor the life of Devano van Wyk, a cherished learner who touched the hearts of many. The atmosphere was filled with love, remembrance, and shared stories as those who knew him came
Stop the Bullying Campaign at Our School Nazli George and Dr. Brenda Matthews Launch “Stop the Bullying” Campaign at Our School. On the 11th of October 2024, in a powerful collaboration aimed at combating bullying, SAFTA award-winning actress Nazli George—famed for her roles as Aunty Ivy in 7de Laan and Ragel in Skermergrond on KykNET—joined forces with Dr. Brenda
Grade 1 Excursion On October 10, 2024, Grade 1 learners had the most AMAZING day at Bugz World! 🎉 They kicked off their adventure with an exciting lesson all about animals, where they learned fun facts that had them buzzing with excitement. Then it was time for the petting farm! The kids got to cuddle and play with all
Career Day 2024🤩 On Tuesday, September 17, 2024, we celebrated Career Day, a vibrant initiative that inspired our learners to envision their futures. Students came dressed as their dream professions—doctors, engineers, firefighters, journalists, and more—expressing their passions and aspirations.This connection provided learners with role models and practical advice, reinforcing the message that their dreams are valid and attainable. Career Day
Celebrating Ms. Daniels: A Remarkable 70 Years 🎂 🥳 On August 16, 2024, we had the joyous occasion of celebrating the 70th birthday of Ms. Daniels, a beloved figure in our community and a dedicated educator. Ms. Daniels served as an SGB educator at Balvenie Primary for many years, leaving an indelible mark on the lives of countless learners and
Inter-Music Concert 🎶 We were extremely excited to announce that our learners performed at the Inter-Music Concert, featuring orchestral performances by Beau Soleil, Frank Pietersen, and Hugo Lambrecht music schools, on Friday, 13 September 2024. It was a wonderful opportunity for our learners to be exposed to the orchestral setting, igniting their passion for music and inspiring them to explore
Foundation Phase PLC Foundation Phase PLC at Balvenie Primary School: Addressing Learner ChallengesOn August 20, 2024, Balvenie Primary School hosted a Professional Learning Community (PLC) focused on improving learner outcomes in the Foundation Phase. This event brought together educators from various schools within our circuit to share effective strategies for addressing common areas where learners often underperform. The presentation highlighted