The Importance of Preschool Education

The Importance of PreschoolEducation Preschool education in South Africa does not reach even half of the children of preschool age who would benefit from it. Many more facilities are needed, especially in the rural areas. I like to use the European word “Kingergarten” to refer to preschool education, as it brings to my mind a… Read more

Siyafunda Case Study

BACKGROUND Siyafunda Educare Centre in Robololo started early in 2007. The word Siyafunda means “We are learning”. The preschool was started by Ms Etheline Sedibe , a humble, determined woman, who had a vision to help working parents, and in particular single parents, by looking after and teaching their children during the day. At that… Read more

The Big Swing

The second Big Swing charity golfing event, in aid of the Knysna Education Trust, was hosted by the stunning Pezula Golf Estate, on the 14th December 2012.   The amazing generosity of people locally and internationally during these challenging economic times, contributed to the Trust raising R468 000 to fund key projects in 2013. Funds raised… Read more

Building of Happy Faces in Hornlee

Elizabeth Swartz of Happy Faces has surpassed the call of duty by opening her home to the children in her preschool.  After a series of challenges, including the original wooden church which doubled as the preschool burning down and her having to evacuate from the temporary damp facilities of the Catholic Church basement as the conditions were… Read more