c/o Brakfontein & Barbet Road
Thatchfield
Centurion
Tel: 012 652 2906
Email: info.thatchfield@curro.co.za
P.O. Box 401
Celtis Ridge
0130
Fax: 012 652 2907
INFORMATION BROCHURE
(Please keep this document safe and make sure you are familiar with its content)
1. OBJECTIVE
This information brochure aims to familiarize you with the daily activities and organizational
procedures at Curro Thatchfield. Should there be any uncertainty please do not hesitate to contact
the school for clarity. The success of any organization depends on open communication channels
and well-informed parents.
2. APPLICATION PROCEDURE
The Curro admission form is available on the schools website (www.curro.co.za). The form needs to
be duly completed with all the relevant information as required. Once we have received the
completed admission form and all the documents you will be notified when an opening is available.
An invoice for the enrolment fee will be e-mailed to you. Enrolment fees need to reflect on Curro's
records in order to confirm your application. Please note that you will receive a Family Code that
needs to be used as reference for all payments made to Curro in order to ensure that payments
reflect on your account.
3. VISION & MISSION
Curro Private Schools aim to provide their students and leaders of tomorrow with sustainable and
outstanding education. We guide our students to not only attain and develop knowledge and skills,
but to creatively understand the curriculum content in order to successfully apply it to their daily lives.
4. SCHOOL MANAGEMENT
Executive Head:
Mrs. Marlene Gerber
Operational Head:
Mr. Niekie van Blerk
Curro Kids Head:
Mrs. Suzette Kotzé
Phase Heads:
Mrs. Delia Maritz (Foundation Phase Gr. 1 - 3)
Mrs. Annelie Fourie (Intermediate Phase Gr. 4 – 6)
Mr. Bosman Spaarwater (Senior Phase Gr. 7 – 9)
5. CURRO VALUES
Curro schools are based on four Pillars namely: Child-friendly, Creative thinking, Christian ethos and
Positive discipline.
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5.1
CHRISTIAN NORMS AND VALUES
Christian values are of the utmost importance and it intersperses with all of our subjects as well as
our interaction with each other. Every day starts and ends with a prayer and we also have
Assemblies where Bible Readings, Praise and Worship take place. Bible lessons are presented
twice a week.
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MONTHLY VALUES AT CURRO THATCHFIELD
Every month a certain Value is highlighted and learners are continuously reminded of the corevalue for the month. Activities and discussions pertaining to the value are encouraged. These can
be reinforced at home. Values that will be covered are:
January & February – Courtesy
March – Tolerance
April & May – Responsibility
June & July – Perseverance
August – Acceptance
September – Honesty
October – Thankfulness
November - Forgiveness
December – Giving/Receiving
6. CODE OF CONDUCT
The Code of Conduct aims to establish a disciplined and purposeful school environment where
quality teaching can take place.
Learners who make a positive contribution to any aspect of the school activities and/or the community
will receive recognition.
Any behavioural problems of a learner that deprives his/her fellow learners of the opportunity to
quality education or prevents an educator of giving quality education will be seen as negative
behaviour and in transgression of the Code of Conduct. Every effort will be made to correct the
behaviour that disrupted the balance between right and wrong in the school environment. All
parents/guardians and learners must indicate their willingness to abide by the Code of Conduct. The
Curro Code of Conduct can be downloaded from our website www.curro.co.za (Attached find the
Thatchfield-specific Code of Conduct.)
7. SCHOOL TERMS : 2014
TERM
RE-OPENS
CLOSES
1
13 January 2014 (Educators)
28 March 2014
15 January 2013 (Learners)
2
08 April 2014
25 June 2014
Midterm Break: 25 April to 5 May 2014
3
15 July 2013
19 September 2014
Midterm Break: 19 – 26 September 2014
4
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7 October 2013
5 December 2014 (Learners)
8. SCHOOL HOURS & BREAKS
School starts at 07h40 for learners. Please ensure that your child arrives at school on time. The
child who arrives late causes a disruption in the class and interrupts the other learners from their
rights to quality teaching.
First break:
10h00 – 10h20
Second break:
12h15 – 12h30
Grade SP4 – 2: School closes daily at 13h00
Grade 3:
School closes daily at 13h30
Grade 4 – 9:
School closes daily at 14h00
Continuous late arrival is monitored and disciplinary measures will be taken when necessary.
9. ENTERING THE SCHOOL PREMISES
Every household will receive two stickers allowing them onto the premises without being stopped by
the security. If your sticker is not displayed you will be stopped at the gate and will have to complete
the visitors register. This procedure might cause some frustration but is of the utmost importance to
ensure our learners safety.
10. TRANSPORT / PARKING ARRANGEMENTS
Once you have entered the school keep left. You must only park in the parking bays and when
leaving follow the traffic flow as indicated by the parking assistants. If you are only dropping off your
child please drive up to the circle and drop him/her there. Don’t stop at the main gate to drop off your
child. When accompanying your child to his/her class, please make use of the walkways that is IN
FRONT of your vehicle. Follow the walkway down / up to the pedestrian crossing and cross the road
at this safe area. It is quite embarrassing to ask adults to make use of the pedestrian crossing. This
arrangement is to ensure that your child enters the school premises safely. As soon as learners
arrive they must immediately enter the school building and not loiter around. Adhere to basic traffic
rules. At times parking might be a problem so please be patient and show courtesy to other drivers.
11. COLLECTION OF LEARNERS
Parents / Domestic helpers who come early to collect children must please wait in the parking area
until 13h00 / 13h30. Please do not wait in front of your child’s classroom as this is very distracting for
the teachers and the learners. Once you have collected your child and have to wait for an older child
use the benches provided at the tuck shop area. It is very distracting for the Senior Phase learners if
small children run around and make unnecessary noise. It is expected that smaller children will be
controlled by parents / helpers whilst waiting. Sitting on the corridors or on the staircases is strictly
forbidden. Please note that by 14h30 all learners should be collected (depending on extra-mural
activities). Learners may not wait on the school premises indefinitely and neither can the school be
held liable for learners who are left unattended. These are the times when learners are more likely to
get involved in mischief and unacceptable behaviour.
12. SCHOOL UNIFORM
The PSPA – lounge is situated on the premises where parents can browse around and children fit
their uniforms. The assistants will guide parents as to which items need to be bought. Uniforms are
to be ordered and paid online via MY HUB. (Only the approved school uniform must be worn)
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13. FINANCES
13.1
School fees (Please work on a 10 % increase for 2014)
These are reviewed annually by the Board of Directors and communicated to parents. School
fees are payable strictly in advance for 12 months, on or before the second day of each month.
Currently the fees payable are as follows:
A non-refundable (once-off) enrolment fee of R4 000.00 per learner AND
GRADE MONTHLY TOTAL AMOUNT
TABLET FEE (2014)
R
R
R
SP4
1 700
20 400
RR
2 100
25 200
R
2 100
25 200
1
2 400
28 800
2
2 400
28 800
3
2 400
28 800
4
2 400
28 800
5
2 400
28 800
190
6
2 400
28 800
190
7
2 400
28 800
190
8
2 750
33 000
190
9
2 750
33 000
190
Account enquiries can be directed to our Bursar, Mrs. Nicolize Joubert.
Email: nicolizej@curroholdings.co.za
School Funds Account:
Name of Account:
Bank:
Account Number:
Branch Code:
Reference:
This account is used for school fees, aftercare and transport fees
Curro Thatchfield
First National Bank (FNB)
623 5878 0403
250-655
Family Code
A debit order instruction should be completed and handed in to the school’s Bursar.
Please note that progress reports will not be issued where school fees have not been settled in
full.
Funds Account:
This account is used for school-specific activities, i.e. textbooks, outings,
photos, civvies, entertainment etc. This fund is administered at the school.
The banking details are as follows:
Name of Account:
Bank:
Account Number:
Branch Code:
Reference:
Curro Thatchfield Funds Account
First National Bank (FNB)
623 8523 8269
201-410
Family Code
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13.2
Aftercare Fees
This amounts to R700.00 per month and includes a light lunch. It is payable in advance over 12
months and parent’s should give a term’s notice. The payment is done together with the school
fees and indicated as such on the debit order.
13.3
Transport Fees
This amount will vary according to the bus route that your child will follow. It is also payable in
advance over 12 months and payment is done with other fees payable by debit order instruction.
14. ACADEMICS
High academic standards are maintained to prepare learners for a dynamic future. We are proud that
our Curro learners obtained excellent results in the recent IEB-exams.
15. HOMEWORK
Homework is an extension of class work and is given to grasp and practise basic concepts. It
promotes self-study and promotes independence, thus resulting in good study methods. Homework
is given in all the grades - daily reading and spelling is necessary for satisfactory progress.
16. SCHOOL DIARY
An official school homework diary is available and is compulsory for all gr. 1 – 9 learners. It must be
purchased from the school at the beginning of each school year. Homework and other relevant
matters are recorded. Parents are encouraged to sign the diary weekly/daily if you feel you need to
monitor your child’s work more closely.
17. STATIONERY
A complete list of the required stationery for the following year is issued to learners at the end of the
year. It is very important that every learner should have all the required stationery. It could be
ordered from PSPA or you can purchase it at any Stationery supplier.
18. SCHOOLBAGS
Every learner must have a suitable case/bag. Suitcases must be sturdy and of standard size. It must
be large enough to accommodate exercise/text books as well as any other stationery, without
damaging it. Bags should preferably be black, grey or blue without any writing or slogans on it. Books
should be packed according to the timetable so that learners do not carry around schoolbags which
are too heavy.
19. ASSESSMENT
Continuous evaluation takes place, i.e. all class work, class tests and assignments are taken into
account to determine promotion at the end of the year. Tests are written in the 1st and 3rd term.
Formal exams are written in the 2nd and 4th term.
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20. ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
An Honours evening is held annually, where recognition is given to learner’s work and other
achievements. You will be notified of arrangements timeously.
21. EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Sport: Athletics, Rugby, Soccer, Netball, Tennis, Cricket, Cross-Country.
Cultural: Eisteddfod, Concerts, Plays, Choir and CSA.
Other: Providers often come around to offer a variety of activities. Parents may decide whether they
want their children to participate or not (additional cost for parent’s expense)
Activity
Ball
Ball
Swim
Golf
Fitness
Marshall Arts
Provider
Little Kickers
Play Ball
Centurion
Swimming & Aqua
Centre
Tuks Golf Academy
Mobi Gym
Quantum Kids
Dancing
Ballet
Name
Cell Number
SPORT
Fazila
072 222 4147
Gerda
082 370 5052
Elmarie 083 302 2040
Stephen 082 650 1114
Marina 083 376 7538
Hendrik 072 592 2105
CULTURE
Isabel
083 291 1212
Tracy
084 805 7684
Dance Studio
Phoenix School of
Ballet
Modeling
Tiny Tots Modeling Lizet
076 141 4298
School
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE
Speech therapist Private
Nadine 082 411 5438
Occupational
Private
Karin
083 651 0876
Therapist
Music
Music-Box
Karen
072 446 0147
Email
admin@littlekickers.co.za
playball.midrand@hotmail.co.za
swemskool@vodamail.co.za
stephen.chapman@hpc.co.za
mobigymsa@gmail.com
yzellehendrik760@gmail.com
isabel@dancestudio.co.za
tgoddess1@gmail.com
speech@lantic.net
karin.liebenberg@gmail.com
karen@music-box.co.za
22. LEADERSHIP
A Learners leader potential is continuously monitored and developed. Identified learners will be
invited to attend a Leadership camp and thereafter, from this group future Prefects will be selected.
23. VISITING TEACHERS
Please make sure that you make an appointment to see an educator. Unfortunately you will not be
allowed to go to the classes and the teacher can’t be called out of his/her class during contact time.
Upon arrival all visitors must report to the office and have their check-out slip signed before leaving.
The communication channel is as follows:
Primary and High School: Class Teacher > Grade Head > Phase Head > Operational Head >
Executive Head
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Curro Kids:
Class Teacher > Grade Head > Curro Kids Head > Executive Head
24. ILLNESS DURING SCHOOL HOURS
If a learner is injured or feels sick during school hours, he/she report to the Class teachers who will
then allow the child to report to the office. If need be, the Secretary will phone his/her parents.
Learners are NOT allowed to call their parents (using their cell phones) to fetch them from school.
This causes embarrassment all round when parents arrive at school and the office ladies and
teachers are unaware of the problem.
25. ABSENTEEISM
Learners may only be absent from school due to illness or urgent private affairs, which the parents
should notify the school timeously. Learners who were absent must provide a letter from their
parents/guardians explaining the reason for their absence. The said letter must be given to the
register teacher during form period. If a learner is absent during tests/exams a medical or clinic
certificate must be handed in. Continual absenteeism could result in a learner’s marks being
compromised.
26. EARLY DEPARTURES
In exceptional circumstances learners will be allowed to leave earlier, provided that a written request
has been handed in at the office by 08:00. Parents or guardians must collect their child/ren
personally and must also complete the early departure register.
27. LEARNER ASSISTANCE DAYS
Every Wednesday afternoon the staff is available to give academic additional support to learners.
Any learner may attend or in certain circumstances the teacher will inform a learner to attend. It is
important that learners attend the arranged extra-classes. If a learner misses two extra-classes
he/she will forfeit the opportunity of free assistance. Should the need arise, teachers will advise
parents that learners should be referred for testing for specialized treatment, i.e. Occupational
Therapist, Speech Therapist, Psychologist etc. (Teachers are not qualified to refer but can offer
advice based on what they’ve observed)
28. CHARITY
Curro Thatchfield prides itself to be involved in a number of charity projects throughout the year. By
doing this we make our learners aware of the importance of helping others. Parents are more than
welcome to drop off any items that we can deliver to the different charity parties. Make an effort to
involve your child in charity work and encourage them to be sensitive to the needs of the
underprivileged.
29. PARENT REPRESENTATIVE COMMITTEE (PRC)
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In the beginning of the year the parents of the various grades choose representatives whot will serve
as the Parent Representatives for the year. The PRC (Parent Representative Council) has three
main functions, namely:
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To generate funds to improve identified needs at school
Promote a spirit of well-being within Curro Thatchfield Private School
To act as a spokesperson of other parents
The representatives meet at least once a term and ideas are shared on various aspects pertaining to
the school. They also help with the organisation of the functions, do fundraising, get sponsors, etc.
30. AFTERCARE
The Aftercare facility is housed on the premises of the school. The Aftercare enrolment form needs
to be completed and handed in to the Head of the Aftercare. A typical afternoon will be as follows:
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13h00 – 14h00:
14h00 – 14h30:
14h30 – 15h30:
15h30 – 17h30:
17h30 – 18h00:
Register and Juniors (SP4 – gr.2) will have lunch
Register and Seniors (gr. 3 – 7) will have lunch
Extra-murals / Homework assistance to learners
Free play / Sleep
Parent to collect learners
The After Care Centre will operate during school holidays however, there will be no formal programs.
Learners will bring their own toys / games to entertain themselves. The Head of the Aftercare is Mrs.
Sonia van der Merwe and she can be contacted on her cell phone (083 518 3933) for any additional
information.
31. TUCKSHOP
The Tuck shop is run by independent providers, i.e. The Purple Cow. It operates on a card system,
i.e. parents load cash onto their child’s card and in doing so they can monitor their child’s spending at
the tuck shop. All new learners will be issued a card soon after arrival at the school. For any further
enquiries please email them at info@thepurplecow.co.za
32. GUARDIAN SYSTEM
It is important that there is close co-operation between parents and their child’s register teacher.
He/she keeps a watchful eye over the learners in his/her class that goes beyond the academics.
Should the teacher note anything untoward, it will immediately be brought to the attention of the
parent. Together they will work on a strategy and if need be the help of professionals will be called in.
This system functions very well and it ensures that your child does not slip through the net, as it
were.
33. PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
It is important for parents to become involved in all the activities offered by the school. Parent days
are held at least once per term to afford parents the opportunity of meeting with the educators in
order to discuss their children’s progress and/or problems.
34. COMMUNICATION
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It is very important that there is constant good communication between the school and the parents.
As our main form of communication is electronic mail it is important that the school has your updated
details, i.e. e-mail address, cell phone number etc. You are also advised to visit our website regularly
as important information is loaded continuously. An informed parent is a happy parent.
35. CELLULAR PHONES
Please note that we do not encourage learners to bring their phones to school. The school and Staff
do not take responsibility for the loss, theft or damage of any cellphone. If phones are used during
teaching contact time the item will be confiscated and only returned when a parent collects it from the
office.
36. SCHOOL VIEWING – PROSPECTIVE PARENTS
All prospective parents who wish to enrol their children in the school are welcome to visit the school
on the 1st and last Wednesday of every month. A presentation is held in the hall at 08h30 and
thereafter parents will be offered a guided tour of the school premises and facilities available.
Please note that all of the above apply to Curro Kids as well
1.
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE
School starts at 07h45 and teachers are on duty from 06h45 to take care of children that arrive
early. Please be on time. It disrupts the classes when learners arrive late. Please note that the
school gate will be locked during the day. Leave your child in the supervision of the teacher on duty.
Children will not be allowed to arrive or depart on their own. If an unknown person must fetch your
child, please inform the class teacher in a letter. School closes at 13h00 – children not enrolled in
the Aftercare must be collected promptly.
2.
GROUPS AND CLASSES
Curro Kids are divided as follows:
Group 4 (SP4):
Group 5 (Gr. RR):
Grade R:
4 year old
5 year old
6 year old
3. ALLERGIES, MEDICATION AND SICK CHILDREN
When your child has any contagious illness, fever or any ailments, please keep them at home.
Children who do bring Medication to school, please be advised that this will be locked away in the
storeroom. Children with an allergy, has to be communicated to the teacher. An antidote must be
kept in the first aid kit.
4. ASSESSMENT
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Assessment is a continuous, planned process and all assessments are criterion-referenced
according to the child's age.
At the end of the first term you will receive an adaption report and at the end of term two and four we
will provide a complete Report. We will send you a profile (pictures) at the end of each term to show
off your child's class work.
5. BIRTHDAYS
It is a very special day. Every child celebrating his/her birthday will be crowned. Parents can send a
cake, party packs etc. to school. The teacher will make it special for your child. If you send a camera
we can take pictures. We also make it special when it is the Teacher’s/Principal’s birthday.
6. CLOTHING
Please dress your child in OLD CLOTHES for play. Children need to wear functional, practical,
comfortable and dirt-friendly clothes. Mark all clothing and remember to check the Lost Property
Box regularly. At the end of every term all unclaimed clothing will be donated to charity.
7. COMMUNICATION BOOK
Each child will receive a communication book. All our newsletters and notices will be circulated by
e-mail or pasted in the book. Please sign and send back the book. Check the book regularly.
8. DISCIPLINE
At Curro KidS we focus on three main discipline principles:
 helping young child to feel secure and trust
 being consistent in routine and schedules
 following through with the consequences
Using the power of Positive Discipline you can correct actions without damaging their ever growing
self-esteem. Praise also creates a positive classroom environment. At Curro Kids we believe in
open communication channels with one another. We will inform parents should any problems occur
and in the same way we hope parents will inform us of any home situation which would affect your
child.
9. EXTRA ACTIVITIES
Providers often come around to offer a variety of activities. The activities will take place during
school time, but is NOT COMPULSORY. The costs are additional to the school fees. We
recommend that your child do not participate in more than two activities.
10. REFRESHMENTS
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Children need to have a decent balanced breakfast at home every morning. Please pack a healthy
lunchbox for the day. Keep it small and healthy. NO SWEETS. An example of what a healthy
lunchbox can contain:
Brown bread sandwich, small fresh fruit, nuts, Dried fruit, Cheese, Yoghurt, Fruit Juice, Water.
FRIDAY IS SWEETIE / TUCKSHOP DAY. To teach the children money skills, we will give them the
opportunity to buy from the tuck shop on Fridays. The child can either buy from the tuck shop or a
small sweetie may be put in the lunchbox. Please do not send more than R10,00 tuck shop money.
Send the money in a small purse or plastic bag to school. If a learner does not want to buy from the
tuck shop a small sweet may be placed in their lunchboxes.
11. SUITCASES AND BAGS
Each child needs to bring their own bag ( clearly marked) to class daily.
Contents: Lunch box, Water bottle, clean set of clothes, clearly marked in separate plastic bag.
12. SPECIAL DAYS
We celebrate various special days, e.g. Valentine’s, Mother’s, Father’s, Grandparents, Arbor,
Ascension Day etc. More information will follow.
13. T-SHIRT AND HAT
Soon we will have a special T-shirt that learners must wear with a denim pants or skirt when we are
going on outings or a special day at school. Curro Kids don’t wear school uniform. Summer months
can get extremely hot and therefore all children must wear a hat in the summer months. Remember
Suncreen!
14. TOYS
Please do not allow children to bring toys to school. They may bring books or relevant items for the
theme table.
15. WASTE/Recycle MATERIAL
We always need waste materials. Please bring boxes, paper and other waste materials. We are
always grateful for any paper donations. Waste materials may be placed in the designated areas.
16. INFORMAL EDUCATION (SP4 AND GR. RR)
This form of teaching is an informal educational support to the parents in order for their child to
become independent and mature. Through interesting variation of activities the child gets to learn
through play. The end result is a physical and religious well-developed child who is equipped for the
demands of formal teaching. The day program is designed to develop the cognitive, religious,
physical, social and emotional needs of the young child.
17. THE DAY PROGRAMME
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 Theme discussions
Starts at the unknown and leads to the known.
Different articles are placed on the exhibition tables to improve general knowledge. Involvement
for children is to bring relevant articles from home.
The themes develop concentration and memory.
This can last for 5 to 10 days. Get children to ask open questions. More or less 42 themes are
covered during one year.
 Rhymes/ Riddles or Verses
Try to match it with the theme of the week. Differentiate according to age. It is a Language Ring.
Introduce the rhyme, say the rhyme/verse and memorise it. Dramatize the rhyme/verse.
Rhyme words are taught. Listening ability will be improved.
 Perceptual activities
The whole day consists of perceptual learning activities.
Visual discrimination activities are done and this is the foundation for all Maths, Language and
Life Skills.
Auditory skills, spatial relations, tactile perception, integration etc. are done daily.
 Science
This is a fun time to experiment and explore. Problem solving is taught here.
 Outings and Visitors
Children must be able to know their own name, age and address. Know the environment they live
in, their own gender and have a proud feeling for our country and school.
 Free play inside
The children have the choice of ten activities per day that includes a creative activity (art).
Each child will be encouraged to do the main activity of the day to develop the specific skill of the
lesson. Progression must also take place. The end result is not the most important part of the
lesson but managing the skill is. All fine-motor development will help them to write. Correct pencil
grip is important. Art activities include:
Painting:
Drawing:
Clueing:
Cutting:
Threading:
Dough:
Baking:
Thick to thin brushes, different kinds of paint and a variety of paper.
Variety of drawing apparatus starting with thick crayons to thin pencils
Different types of glue and methods of applying it.
Little ones can start with tearing, cutting with a guide scissors and then cutting
independently. Cutting of different media is interesting.
Needle and wool. Straws, beads, cord.
This is a very popular activity with interesting ideas.
Once a week the children get the opportunity to work with food, to measure and to
read a recipe.
 Indoor play
The focus is on Fantasy Play, Educational play (puzzles), Construction Play (blocks etc.) and the
Book corner.
 Music
The children can sing spontaneously, build confidence and learn rhythm and contrasts.
Rhythmic interpretation is a good preparation to formal reading.
 Movement Play
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Problem-solving helps the children to use initiative with specific exercises. This can be done with
or without apparatus. Games are part if this activity.
 Birthday
This is a very special day for the child. On the birthday chart the child can follow when his/her
birthday will be. Friends can make a special drawing and the teacher can make a book for the
child to take home. The child gets a crown to wear and can choose a friend to sit at his/her table.
Parents can provide party eats.(Optional) Mathematics is the main aim of this ring. (Month and
day of the birthday as well as how old the child is)
 Routine
Toilet:
Hygiene in the bathroom is the main goal. Use toilet paper, wash hands and flush
the toilet. Germs must be shut out.
Refreshments: Mathematics is part of this activity and the laying of the table, the leader of the
day must serve one-to-one children. Good manners in chewing, sitting down and
waiting your turn must be established.
Tidy Up:
Every little one must take the responsibility to pack away, wipe the table and tidy
up the class. It makes them proud of their class.
 Free play outside
These are a variety of activities and children have the choice to choose where to play. At each
activity, a teacher will be on duty to make sure each child gets a turn and play without getting hurt.
A child is never left alone to play without the supervision of a teacher/assistant of the school.
Wheel toys: Bicycles, skateboards, scooters etc. Balance, Road safety, and waiting your turn
are important matters.
Sand and Water play: Sensory enjoyment is the most important outcome.
Woodwork: Hammers, nails, wood and glue is used at a specific activity table. Good for coordination.
Ball Play and Obstacle Course: Very important for co-ordination development.
Fantasy Play: Dressing up, wearing hats, helmets etc. when children can play out different roles.
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Story time
This time of the day is a very special time. It is a calming activity together with language
enrichment such as vocabulary, knowledge and concentration.
A bored child is an unhappy child. The most important of all is a variety of activities which is used
alternatively.
It must be interesting in order to develop good co-ordination, stimulate thoughts, initiative and to
develop a positive self-esteem and a daring attitude.
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Remember
We don’t teach them the alphabet, or to read and write, we give them the skills to do so in Formal
Education.
18. GRADE R-TEACHING
We make use of a good split of Formal work (worksheets and school readiness) and Creative work
(self- exploring, enjoyment). We follow the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS)
as this is our basis for the three subjects namely Literacy, Numeracy and Life Orientation.
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At Curro Kids the children will learn how to think and solve problems creatively in a stimulating
environment. The learning content is differentiated and progressively developed in order for each
child to develop at their own pace.
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR CURRO THATCHFIELD PARENT
As a responsible parent/guardian I will 
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See that my child attends school regularly and inform the school timeously of my child’s absence
See that my child adheres to school rules, which includes the dress code
See that my child always treats all adults with the necessary respect and dignity
Support the teachers to check homework and to make sure my child has the correct stationery,
books and articles required to complete academic activities
Instill good moral values for example – no stealing, no lying, no bullying
Teach my child that every right is related to a responsibility, e.g. having the right to be in a class to
learn, but the responsibility not to disrupt the learning of others
Provide punctual transport to and from school including all after hours activities
Attend school functions and parent meetings
Read all correspondence and return reply slips to school
See that the school fees are paid regularly and assist in any fund raising activities
Not believe or react on “stories” before I have consulted with all parties concerned
Per Ardua Ad Alta
-through hard work great heights are achieved-
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