For parents, the to-do list can be never-ending. That’s why we want to make Netflix a curated space where parents know kids are entertained, engaged and enriched. Netflix has unveiled an expansion of its preschool and kids’ series, films and games lineup designed to fuel imagination and exploration for the next generation. Combined with Netflix’s […]
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Education is rapidly transforming worldwide, and in the early childhood years there is a marked shift toward child-centred, joyful models over rigid academics. “The Reggio Emilia approach, particularly within the early years (infant, toddler, preschool and primary phases), is grounded in the belief that children are capable, curious and rich in potential. It promotes inclusive
During Stress Awareness Month, attention turns to a pressing issue in South Africa’s education system: Learners face unprecedented pressure, but often lack the means to cope. What was once a manageable academic journey has become a constant balancing act. Today’s learners must juggle schoolwork, social pressures, digital distractions and growing anxiety about the future –
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A love of reading doesn’t develop by chance. It is built early through everyday habits that shape how children experience books – not as work but as discovery, imagination and connection. And, these habits start at home. Tasleem Sather, education programme lead at SPARK Turffontein, explains that while educators play a critical role in shaping
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Choosing a school for your child will be one of the most complex and consequential decisions parents will ever make. When parents choose a school for their child, the decision is often shaped by immediate needs: convenience, reputation or results in the senior years. Yet, schooling is not a short-term transaction. It is one of
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The world of work is changing fast. Careers no longer sit neatly within a single industry, city or even country; they span disciplines, time zones, technologies and cultures. If education is to prepare learners for this reality, it must shift from a narrow focus on content delivery to building the foundational skills that future careers
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As the second term of 2026 kicks off, the real work of Matric begins in earnest. This is not a year where performance suddenly matters in September, but rather a full-year campaign – with the June exams the first major checkpoint that truly counts, an education expert says. “These mid-year exams cover the bulk of
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South Africa is in the grip of a youth unemployment crisis, with around 60% of 18- to 24-year-olds jobless as of early 2025, according to Statistics South Africa (nearly double the national average). A skills mismatch compounds this, leaving tertiary graduates under- or unemployed due to lacking practical abilities like problem-solving and financial literacy. In
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With the first term of the 2026 school year drawn to a close, many parents are reflecting on how their children are settling in. This is a natural checkpoint to evaluate whether your child is thriving academically, socially and emotionally, and whether their current school is meeting all of their needs. Taking the time now
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For many young people who completed their Matric in 2025 and find themselves at home without a clear direction, or whose planned gap year has lost its appeal, the next few months offer the opportunity of a powerful turning point. With mid-year registrations now opening at leading private university campuses, there is a practical way
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