Reddam House Waterfall Early Learning School has officially launched its Digital Landscapes & Light Atelier, an immersive space inspired by the renowned Reggio Emilia approach from Italy. Curated by atelierista Sarah Browne and championed by Dr Bev Evangelides, Head of Reddam House Waterfall Early Learning School, the atelier brings a decade-long dream to life. Dr […]
Picture this: The alarm blares too soon, and the scramble begins—lunchboxes, school bags, lost shoes, and the daily hustle to get out the door. As a parent, you juggle responsibilities from the moment you wake up. Now, pause and consider your child’s teacher. They, too, are starting their day—likely even earlier—mentally preparing for a classroom
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The alarm has rung three times, yet she remains lying still, eyes fixed on the ceiling. Her body feels heavy, unresponsive, while her mind races through a chaotic stream of tasks she never managed to write down. What was she meant to do today? Eat breakfast. Make something PCOS-friendly. But what does that even mean
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Natalie Knox, an award-winning children’s author and illustrator from South Africa, has released her first chapter book series called The Adventures of Kitty Corner, which is aimed at emerging readers aged 7 to 10. Knox, a children’s author and illustrator who lives in southern Spain, draws her inspiration from the natural world around her –
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The teaching profession has always been one of the main pillars within a thriving society. But today, in South Africa, it is a profession in peril. Our educators – those entrusted with shaping future generations, are burning out, under-resourced, and, increasingly, walking away from the profession altogether, resulting in a brain drain, locally. At the
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Grade Nine students are currently nearing a critical milestone in their educational journey: selecting the subjects they’ll study from Grade 10 through to their final Matric exams. This choice is a foundational step in shaping their academic journey and future career opportunities, an education expert says. “Even if you’re unsure about what you want to
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With South African salaries slowly falling behind the rising cost of living, side hustles are becoming a practical and increasingly popular way for enterprising people to make up the shortfall. Over the past five years, nominal take-home pay rose by 22.8%, but cumulatively inflation has increased by 26,6%, effectively reducing salary earners’ spending power by
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This article explores the growing issue of childhood stress and anxiety, particularly over the past two decades. It attributes this rise primarily to the harmful effects of excessive screen time, access to social media and the internet, and the lack of natural, real-world experiences, engagement and play with real family and friends. Children today often
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Online homeschooling offers a wealth of opportunities for learning, but it also comes with unique requirements. With the constant barrage of digital distractions, maintaining focus can be a daunting task. However, there is a secret ingredient that can transform the online homeschooling experience: presence. Being fully engaged, attentive, and intentional in learning is the key to
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The ultimate school readiness guide for parents Every parent dreams of giving their child the best possible start in life. But when you are constantly bombarded with advice, it can be overwhelming to know exactly what to focus on to set your little one up for success. The good news? It is never too early