Grade 7 Class of 2023 - Farewell

School governing body information The newly elected SGB members: Parent component: Mrs T Hack (Chairperson) Mrs A Williams (Vice Chairperson) Mrs A Maseti (Treasurer) Mrs S Naidu (Parent Member) Mrs Y Oswald (Parent Member) Ms T Magcai (Parent Member) Staff component of SGB: Ms H Broodryk (Principal) Ms R Auckland (Deputy Principal/Secretary) Mr C Patterson (Teacher Rep) Mr N Michie (Teacher Rep) Mrs D Scrooby (Non-teacher Rep) ​ SGB AGM Minutes 2023

A privately run After Care Centre is available at school. For more information, kindly contact: Glenvale Pre-Primary School: 011 609 9884 (Grade 1) Verna Dewar: 082 332 7304 (Grade 2 to Grade 7)

Hooked on Books Easter Bunny and the Boss Date Night 2018 Inflatable Day 2018 Valentines Disco 2018 Scholar patrol We received complaints about traffic in the mornings so as a staff, we became "traffic officers" in our school tracksuits to monitor the cars and help our little ones cross the road safely. Great fun was had by all. Swimming Teacher fun Netball tour Our newly built 'Garden of Remembrance' Fun at Edenglen Seniors Fun Day 2018 Inflatable Day 2018 Grade 7 Farewell Dinner Mother's Day 2018 Box Cart Derby 2018 Father's Day 2018 Funky walk 2018 De Backery easter bunny raffle When the Parents’ Association launched the first Funky Walk in 2017, no one could guess that it would be the start of a great tradition at Edenglen Primary School. Whilst many schools host an annual “Big Walk”, the PA wanted a walk with a difference – a walk that would encourage families to spend time together and interact with one another in a spirit of community building. This year, on Saturday 3 February, the PA surpassed even its own expectations by selling a whopping 1 200 tickets to the event! ​ Parents and children alike rose to the challenge and dressed in whatever funky, super hero outfit they could find. Those who were more sedate in nature were content just to participate in the 5km walk, whilst the more athletically minded decided to sprint in record time. Even the teachers led by example, with the water points manned (or should we also say womanned?) by staff in funky super hero costumes! ​ The Funky Walk really did prove to be a community project. As soon as we sold our 1 000th ticket, organisers had to move fast to arrange ambulances on standby on the field, as per municipal regulations. Eager to contribute towards the festive atmosphere and to ensure that the day would not be marred by any unforeseen injuries or calamities, not one but three ambulances came to our rescue to stand guard at the Finish Line. Fortunately, their services were not required, but we went the extra mile to make sure that nothing was left to chance. ​ After an exuberant race to the end, many families stayed behind to recharge their batteries and feast on tasty food like Prego rolls, boerewors rolls, hamburgers and hotdogs. Spot prizes were given to those who had entered the race and the fun continued long after the race had ended. To all the PA members who organised the Funky Walk, kudos to you for a superb event and a big thank you to the teachers for working from 06:30 until the race had ended. To the parents, children and community members who participated in this event, we extend a special word of appreciation for making the day such a huge success. Roll on 2019 – we can’t wait to see what a fantastic event the next Funky Walk will be! Easter Raffle Winners: 1st Prize – Molemo Mphuthi 2nd Prize – Julie McAdam 3rd Prize – Awande Mahlobo Child who raised the most money – Antony Kirk Class that raised the most money will be announced on 12 April and will receive a pizza lunch. A big thank you to our Easter Egg Hunt sponsors, Karaglen Superspar and Birchgate Spar – the learners had a ball searching the school grounds for the eggs. We would also like to extend a big thank you to the PA – all the parent and the partners of the PA who give up precious time to make events successful and fun for everyone. Thank you for all your efforts, the events have been enjoyed by all. Grade 7 Career Day 2018 Awards 2018 Foundation Phase Awards 2018 Intersen Phase Awards 2018 Grade 7 Kwalata 2018 The EPS 40th Birthday Party Grade 1 Orientation Art Exhibition 2018 Science Scufflers First day at school After a restless night and much tossing and turning, it was time to hand out the tissues, fix the appearance and get ready for the first day in Grade One – and that was just for the parents! ​ The first day in Grade One proved to be an exciting event for most of our learners. The children were excited to meet their teachers for the first time and to see where they would sit. Of course, most importantly, they couldn’t wait to see what their lunch boxes contained! ​ New friendships were forged over sandwiches and tasty delights which had been packed for this special day. Fears overcome, there was much fun to be had as boys and girls played together on the jungle gym and told their new friends all about themselves. After handing in books and stationery, some children went on a tour of the school and were shown two of the most important places in a school – the toilets and the tuck shop. Then it was back to some fun learning and before you knew it, the bell had rung and it was time to go home. Only one more sleep before the fun would begin all over again!

Edenglen Primary School is a distinguished public school situated in the heart of Edenglen, Johannesburg. We are an English medium, co-educational primary school operating as part of the Gauteng Department of Education. Our proud history Edenglen Primary welcomed its first learners in 1978. We had just eight teachers and a single secretary, ably led by Principal SW Kieser. Since building of the Senior block was still underway, the student body was comprised of Grades 1 through 3 learners. Soccer and Netball were played, albeit with great enthusiasm, in the car park. ​ Just a year later in January 1979, classes for Grade 4 to Grade 7 commenced with a full staff complement. Pupils wore the new school uniform with pride for the first time. The Edenvale Sports Club was commandeered to play sport. By the time the school was officially opened on 17 August 1979 by the Director of Education, Professor Dr JH Jooste, it was already full to capacity. The immigrant class was at the back of the hall and one Grade 1 class accommodated on the stage. ​ By 1981, the school had grown enough to warrant the appointment of two heads of department. The following year was a big year for our sports programme: our long-awaited sports field was levelled, and grass planted. The netball fields and tennis courts were likewise completed. Shortly thereafter, for the first time in the then Transvaal, a Primary Soccer School Team, consisting of 22 boys, toured to the UK and Europe. ​ Over the past three decades, the school has flourished. A Resource Centre was opened in 2005, as envisioned by past principal Mrs Rademan. An Art Room, Music Room and a Crèche have since been added, creating an even more nurturing environment for our learners – who remain our most treasured assets. ​ That first intake of 252 children has grown to a current enrollment of over 1 300 children. Edenglen Primary continues to attract a high calibre of staff and has become a sought-after institution of learning by its surrounding community. Our vision and mission Our School Prayer: I shall pass through this world but once. Any good that I can do or any kindness I can show to any human being or animal, let me do it now. Let me not defer or neglect it for I shall not pass this way again. We regard our school as a large family in which every single member connected to the school is important. We work to create a friendly, happy atmosphere in our school, where pupils are loved and encouraged to develop intellectually, spiritually, morally, socially, and physically. ​ To strive to provide the best education possible. To cultivate an atmosphere of mutual respect. To work together as a team, i.e. the educators, parents, learners, the community, and the Gauteng Education Department. To assist those learners who are in need of extra attention, i.e. remedial and feeding schemes, etc. To maintain good discipline so as to ensure that no unwarranted disruption of academic or extra-curricular activities takes place. To inculcate pride in school and its standing in the community. To put into practice our School Prayer and School Motto: ‘Knowledge for Life’ . ​ Edenglen has pupils from many different backgrounds; however, we stress that all people are of one race: ‘The Human Race’. Our school Motto 'KNOWLEDGE FOR LIFE' supports this attitude, and encourages an environment in which self-esteem, independence, responsibility, and tolerance can grow and thrive. School Code of Conduct

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2024 Application Thank you for showing an interest in Edenglen Primary School as the school to which you would like to send your child. ​ Below is the online application form and portal to upload documents. ​ CONFIRMATION DETAILS - APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION 2024

At Edenglen Primary School, we believe in the holistic education of learners. We also believe that preparing children to take on a meaningful role in society in the years to come means taking the time to assist each learner reach his or her full potential in all areas of school life. With our modern and reliable resource facilities and a wide educational infrastructure, Edenglen provides learners an idea base from which they can explore – and realise - their full potential. Academics Academics remains one of our most important priorities. We teach strictly according to the curricular policy and prescriptions of the Curriculum Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS Curriculum). ​ Formal assessment tasks, as captured in the CAPS curriculum, are done regularly and learners receive a formal assessment plan each term. These assessments, calculated according to the Departmental 1 to 7 -point scale, determine the final mark of each subject. ​ Meanwhile, continuous informal assessment takes place daily according to various assessment strategies in preparation for formal assessment tasks. ​ At the end of Term 2 and Term 4, learners from Grade 4 to 7 also write examinations according to a set examination time table. ​ Recognition and academic awards are given to those who are placed within the Top Five, and subject awards are also given. Learner support Assisting us to support learners experiencing learning difficulties are a number of specialist within our immediate community. We refer learners to credible speech therapists, occupational therapists, and remedial therapists. ​ We also have a speech therapist, an occupational therapist, and a remedial therapist who work on the school premises twice a week. This means therapy can be built into the learners’ school day. It also allows teachers and therapists to work more closely together, ensuring maximum benefit from the support programme. ​ Should a learner require any of the above therapies, an assessment is carried out. Based on the outcome, an appropriate intervention programme is put into place. Where possible, this is incorporated into the classroom by the teacher. There may, however, be a need for the parent or guardian to take the child for additional therapy, which would be for the cost of the parent. Above all, parental involvement is the biggest support needed.

SCHOOL FEES School fees As Edenglen Primary is a fee-paying school, school fees are COMPULSORY and are determined each year by the Governing Body. School Fees for 2024 are R 25 377.00 per annum for current learners (Grade 1 - 7: R 2 307.00 over 11 months). ​ These are payable monthly in advance, unless there is prior written confirmation of an alternate agreement. Parents with severe financial difficulties are encouraged to make an appointment with the Principal or the credit controller to discuss the matter in private so that suitable arrangements can be made. A 10% discount is offered to those parents who pay the full amount for the year in advance before 31 January 2024. ​ Payment Cheques Please note that cheques will not be accepted. ​ EFT/direct deposits Should you prefer to make a direct payment into the school account, kindly provide proof of payment for our records, so that we can allocate your payment correctly on our system. ​ Proof of payment can be emailed to debtors@edenglenprimary.co.za for the attention of: Mrs L Hagemeier ​ Banking details Account Name: Edenglen Primary School Bank: First National Bank Branch: Greenstone Branch Code: 201 510 Account Number: 6209 2777 683 To ensure your payment is captured correctly, please include your REFERENCE NUMBER (the number which appears on your statement). If you cannot remember your reference number, kindly phone the office for the correct reference number. Alternatively, kindly include your child’s surname, name, and grade, in clear print. Subsidies For those who genuinely cannot pay school fees, there are subsidies available. Documentary proof of salary and an IRA 34, etc will be required to support a request for a subsidy. All subsidy requests must be applied for before the end of February each year. The onus is on the Parent to collect a subsidy form from the office and ensure this is completed and handed in at the office for consideration. (Subsidies are subject to renewal at the start of each school year). ​ ​ ​ School Fees 2024 Information

Admissions Thank you for showing an interest in Edenglen Primary School as the school to which you would like to send your child. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Grade 1 2025: Grade 1 Admissions applications opens Thursday 11 July 2024 and closes 12 August 2024. Applications must be done on the GDE Website www.gdeadmissions.gov.za Placements for Grade 1, 2025, have been completed. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ADMISSIONS 2025 ​ ​ As Grades 2-7 placements for 2025 have been done, applications are closed. Any relocation applications must come through to the school to get an Application Form for 2025. ​ ​ Please hand the printed and completed form, and the certified undernoted supporting documents, to the School’s Admission Administrator, Mrs. Deborah Scrooby. These MUST NOT be emailed. ​ PARENTS MAY NOT DROP OFF APPLICATIONS WITH SECURITY. They have strict instruction to not accept any forms or applications. Parents will be issued a receipt once ALL correct documents are received by admissions. YOUR EMAIL IS CRITICAL WHEN APPLYING AS ALL FURTHER COMMUNICATION WILL COME TO YOU VIA EMAIL. Incomplete forms and missing documents will delay your application and you placement onto the waiting list. ​ SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: ID photo of learner x1 (colour) Certified copy of ID/Birth Certificate Certified copies of ID’s of both parents Legal guardianship paperwork if not biological parent Proof of Home Address: Homeowners:​ Municipal account not older than 3 months in the name of the applicant/parent bearing the full residential address. Tenants / Renters​​ (applications will not be accepted, without ALL the below required documents) Municipal account not older than 3 months in the name of the landlord (home owner) bearing the full physical address; AND ​ The following documents Lease agreement signed by the landlord and tenant, bearing the full physical residential address; AND Rental payment receipt with full physical residential address not older than 3 months; AND Statement of any account in the name of the applicant/parent bearing the full physical residential address not dated less than 3 months NO bank confirmation letters will be accepted as proof of address Letter from Employer —if applying with a work address Non-South African citizens — Certified copies of work permit and learners' study permit Grade 2-7 latest School Report Immunisation/Clinic Card Transfer card (Grades 2-7) - REQUIRED ONLY ON PLACEMENT ​ Preference will be given to the learners residing in the feeder zone. Only once all these learners are placed, will consideration be given to others. ​ Waiting List – All new applications are placed on a waiting list and parents will be notified when space is available this is generally only done by October as applications only close at the end of September. Regretfully, there may not be availability for all learners as Edenglen Primary School is a high-pressure school, receiving more applicants that the school is able to accommodate. Reminder in order for a learner to be placed a learner needs to leave. The Gauteng Department of Education will announce dates for admissions within the first few months of each year. Kindly read the information below to ensure you are prepared for the admissions period. Please take note that the school does not determine dates. Dates will be announced in public media once they have been determined.