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Overview Overview
Deputy
WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR GOD’S FAVOUR AND GRACE TOWARDS US.
Principal’s Our JP Phase
teachers are devoted
Report and passionate in
everything they do.
Each Bible teacher was surprised by a gift as The Grade 1 to 3 Prize giving was another
well as thank you cards made by the children glamourous event, where every child
they had ministered to throughout the year. received certificates for their diligent efforts
during 2017.
We appreciate and highly value the work they
are doing here at PCS.
Reflecting back on 2017, we
Carols by Candlelight was one of the
highlights of the JP Phase this year. Mrs
must acknowledge another
Strydom took the lead and put a delightful fruitful and successful year.
nativity play together, which included the
whole JP Phase. Some were dressed as We are grateful for God’s favour and grace
angels, some were kings and queens. There towards us.
were shepherds, cattle and sheep and many
more.
Our little actors did a superb job in their Mrs Riana Janse van Rensburg
roleplays and the wonderful message of - Deputy Principal – Junior Preparatory
God’s love and grace for mankind was Phase
successfully conveyed to the audience.
TWO THOUSAND AND SEVENTEEN Lovely carols were sung in between, and the
parents heartily joined in.
WAS A YEAR FILLED WITH EXCITING
EVENTS. The end of year visit to the Children’s Theatre
in Johannesburg is always a highlight in
the Junior Preparatory Phase. This year we
We started the year with our usual Bonding Throughout the rest of the year, the teachers The children, as well as their teachers, were watched Shrek, and it was once again a
Days. organized theme related excursions per always well prepared and awaited their turn privilege to let our children be exposed to a
grade, which includes visits and educational with excitement. highly professional show. The songs, acting
An excellent programme was planned and talks from different organizations, as well as and décor were beautiful and we all enjoyed
organized by our Junior Prep teachers, which visits to the Cullinan Mine, the Taxidermy, the This year, the theme for our Art exhibition it thoroughly.
included Country sports, art activities, a Animal Hospital, the Fire Brigade and many focused on our children. Lovely self-
movie in the hall, an outing to the Willow more. portraits, future dreams and aspirations and The Grade 00 Prize Giving and the Grade 0
Feather Farm, story time and classroom descriptions of self were illustrated through Graduation, organized by Mrs Pohl and Mrs
preparations. At our weekly assemblies, every class got colourful paintings. The children were so Nicolaides was a lovely event.
a turn to open with Bible reading and excited about their efforts, and couldn’t wait
This gave the children the opportunity to prayer, as well as to present enriching and for mom and dad to see the display. The little ones entertained their parents with
get acquainted with their new teachers and entertaining messages to the rest of the songs and proudly received their certificates
peers in a relaxed, yet exciting atmosphere. phase. The Bible Teachers’ Thank You Tea was from Mr Gelling.
organized by the JP Phase this year.
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Grade 00 & 0 Grade 00 & 0
Visit by the Paramedics Faerie Glen Animal farm Veterinary
Hospital visit
On the 7th March, the paramedics under
Gareth’s guidance visited our preschool. On the 14th March, the Grade 0 and 00’s
Gareth explained the role of the paramedics, boarded the school buses with such
the equipment and its uses and their excitement and went to visit the vet.
protective gear. He explained which piece
of equipment was used for each emergency Each group toured the shop and then onto
situation. the clinic part of the vet. This was a most
informative occasion as we got to observe
Learning the emergency number was operations and recuperation of very sick
emphasised and practised should the need animals.
ever arise. They learnt about stethoscopes,
oxygen masks and protection when dealing The x-ray equipment seemed to spark their
with blood. We had many volunteers among attention as they did not realise that animals
our pre-schoolers. As a final highlight, each also need x-rays.
pre-schooler got the opportunity to climb
Grade 00
into the ambulance and observe all the Most of them wanted to adopt an animal
equipment inside. immediately and a lot of restraining was
needed.
Driving off blasting the siren would have Willow Valley Dairy Farm
been such a joy, but unfortunately, our Once again this was a successful trip.
Matriculants were writing examinations. With great excitement, the Preschool went
to visit the Willow valley dairy farm on the
&0
way to Bronkhorstspriut. For many this was
their first experience of a farm and seeing
how cows live, what they eat and how they
are milked. Watching the cows milked at
such close proximity definitely left a lifetime
memory. Some cows were so fruitful filling
the container with over 20 l of milk while
others could only produce 5l. The next
step of the tour was to see how the milk is
sterilised and poured into sachets and 2l
jugs so that they can now realise how the
milk is processed and sold.
Bonding Days
But the highlight of the day was a blessing.
The Preschool started the year off with much
A cow gave birth to a calf and we were able
excitement.
to watch her clean her calf. This was such
a rare and magical moment. Besides cows,
After a brief assembly in the Hall, we
the farm boasts goats, pigs, springboks and
boarded the buses and travelled to Willow
horses. During winter when the snakes are
Feather Farm.
hibernating, there is an interesting tortoise
trail that can be hiked. The pre-schoolers
For some this was the first time ever
were treated to a juice also packed at the
travelling in a bus. Upon arriving, we were
farm and delicious biscuits.
taken on an informative tour to look at the
animals. The potbelly pigs and the lamas
This was an experience never to be forgotten.
were the hit with the pre-schoolers.
Visit by Gordon the Fireman
Where else could one play on the jungle
gyms and have geese and peacocks walk
What a wonderful surprise for all the pre-
right past? Prior to returning to school,
schoolers on the 14th June as Fireman
every pupil was presented with a tree as a
Gordon came to visit. He spent a long time
gift with the intention of nurturing future
reinforcing the fire number 10177 in contrast
environmentalists.
to 10111. He discussed the drill to when
there is a fire in your home. Stop, drop and
The rest of the two days was spent making
roll were practised by all. He explained
new friends and becoming familiar with the
what his equipment is used for and how he
school.
operates during a fire. He was very thorough
and they learnt a tremendous amount. We
The week ended with a movie in the hall and
were very grateful for his input.
naturally with lots of popcorn.
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Grade 00 & 0 Grade 00 & 0
Grade 00 & 0 Heritage day
Grade 00 & 0
R5 Shop which the neonate uses to break open its Chess
egg when it is time to hatch. Versace was the
Heritage day was celebrated on Friday the Finally, to all the pre-schoolers excitement, star of the show. He was a very large Purple To further challenge our Grade 0’s, some
22nd September. A wonderful day to make the “shop” day arrived on the 13th October. Tiger python who is actually yellow. have started learning to play chess. At this
children aware of so many cultures within stage, Dylan and Emily are our champions
the microcosm of our school. The entire The owl class had brought sweets and He totally filled up his box and is still a baby. but this may not remain permanent.
preschool dressed up in their heritage and goodies to school prior to the day and made Imagine when he is fully grown. After all the
poised for so many photographs, including decorated biscuits, jelly and custard, cones, excitement with snakes, the last animal to Great strives will be made to ensure all get a
the main one held in the quad with the butterflies and cars all out of delicious be shown was not a reptile but one who fair chance.
entire school. An important day which is ingredients. Very proudly they stood behind eats snakes, Basil the Pole cat. Pole cats
celebrated every year to reinforce differences their tables selling their wares. have extremely sharp teeth which slice
and unity. right through a snake in seconds. Denekah Mrs Stacey Nicolaides
Grade 0’s decided with mom what they were explained that she got basil as a tiny baby
Grandparents Tea going to make from home and brought their and he has never been fed snakes.
stock to school. All items were sold for R5.
The theme of the Grandparents tea concert Break arrived and the pre-schoolers soon A most informative show to be repeated next
was seeking love around South Africa. Two discovered that those who call the clients to year.
little snails, Rusta and Farain, are sad as their tables sell their items the fastest.
nobody loves snails in their gardens. They
undertake a journey seeking love. The preschool soon became a mecca for
bartering and convincing that not to buy
The first place is Cape Town with the parade would be a major loss.
and where they are given a gift of a musical
instrument to confirm their love. The snails This was a valuable lesson and a fun day.
visit Durban where surfers and fishermen
and even a shark present the snails with gifts Reptile Show
and love.
On the 7th November, Denekah came with a
And by no means are the Zulu Girl dancers collection of amazing reptiles. She explained
to be forgotten with their moves and gifts the definition of a reptile and a few basic
of beads. A visit to the Kruger park, brings facts about reptiles.
out the elephants who were having a bath
and the lions who had become so lazy. All The first interesting reptile on display was
of whom give the snails gifts to express their a lizard from Argentina. A feisty lizard who
Walkathon Art Expo held on the 2nd August love. wanted to escape from her box and explore.
Next on display was a yellow rat snake who
Preschool once again participated in the The theme for this years’ Art Expo was Me, Gauteng is the next place on their tour. Here has extremely strong muscles to help it
Walkathon held on the 29th July with now, yesterday and tomorrow, an evening of they greeted by the gumboot dancers of the swing from trees and not to fall when the
enthusiasm. a thousand artists. Gold mines who present them with a bar of wind blows.
Gold as a gift.
The Owl class dressed up as Jungle Animals The Junior phase decided to paint on Sammy the snake had the most interesting
and prowled around the course with glee. Canvases using acrylic paint. They are now all most convinced that scales and patterns who helped the pre-
Costumes and make up did not hamper there are people who love them. As a final schoolers understand that snakes have a
their spirits. All complete the course and we To express themselves the Grade 00’s used confirmation of this love, they arrive at the backbone and bones.
were so proud of them. geometric lines and their names as a focal Pretoria Chinese School where they find the
point. A very interesting project. most love and care. The Chinese dancers Kept safely locked up in its box was the Black
The Grade 0’s dressed up as the future me present them with gifts and affirmation that Mexican King snake. This snake eats snakes
and there were soccer players, doctors, The Grade 0’s who had been doing self- they are so welcome to live there. There is and even if the other snake bites it or spits at
princesses and pirates and a future president portraits throughout the year decided to only one thing missing from young Ratsa’s it, no poison will contaminate its blood.
to name a few. Waiting for their turn to walk paint their portraits as the “future me”. life ……. a granny. Luckily for him, there
required a lot of patience, but finally they are many grannies to choose from in the They learnt that snakes have a “language”
were set off. They seemed to fly around A variety of doctors, soccer players and even audience. and warn the victim by hissing. Tiny was
the course and were soon back at school a D.J. were expressed. the next snake on display. It was a neonate,
collecting their medals and rushing off to the The concert was a success as the pre- meaning a baby snake. This was a python
inflatables. Their canvasses gained many compliments schoolers enjoyed every second of the who loved sleeping and had to be tickled
from parents and older pupils. concert and made our grandparents feel to wake up. After verifying that snakes hatch
A winner day for all who participated. spoilt and welcome. from eggs, they learnt about an Egg Tooth
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Grade 1 Grade 1
Adventures Pupils’ Work
Each pirate had to prepare a dish of ‘island
style’ food for everyone to taste. Tables
had to be decorated, dishes presented and
speeches prepared on how the food was
made. Even Mr Gelling climbed on-board to
share in the tasty pirate food!
How creative can you be?? What mode of transport can you make using recycled items? Look
what the Grade Ones made.
The ‘all about me’ and ‘pet projects’ were
also lots of fun. We invited some of the
children’s furry and feathered friends to visit
us as we learnt about different pets and how
to care for them.
The grade ones have had a busy year
filled with learning, growing and fun! They
have learnt to write sentences, read books
independently and have learnt many new
skills in Mathematics. But it wasn’t just all
about work! The circus dress-up day was
filled with fun. After learning about the Thank you for a special year Grade Ones. We
different circus jobs, the children had to are proud of you and wish you well in 2018!!
come to school dressed as their favourite On the 29th of September the playground
circus person and then prepare a speech and Grade One classrooms were filled with
explaining what job that person does. excitement as a group of pirates arrived at Mrs Kim Bezuidenhout
school!
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Grade 2 Transport Box Construction
Grade 2
The Grade Two’s have transport as their
theme in the third term. They learn about
land, sea and air transport. They look at
the history of transport and are given the
opportunity to draw future creations of
transport. The children complete a box
construction project. They are allowed to
plan the mode of transport at home and
then bring all their boxes to school and
build their jet, plane, truck, train or car.
The children had a lot of fun building their
transport mode as well as helping one
another and then playing with the things
they built.
Mrs Maureen Raft
Grade 2
Taxidermist Outing
An excited group of Grade 2’s got into
the bus and headed off to find out what
happens at a taxidermist.
When entering the main room, there were
many stuffed animals that fascinated the
children, many whom had never seen so
many wild animals up close. We saw an
elephant, some giraffe, numerous buck and
many other animals-large and small. Each
child found a different animal fascinating.
Our lovely guide took us through the
process of preparing the animal hide for
mounting. The children found each step
more interesting than the last, observing the
people at work and asking many questions. Animal Books
A wonderful outing was had by all-one the The Grade Two’s have “Wild Animals” as a theme in the third term. They choose an animal and
children will remember for a long time. write their own short story on the animal and its adventure. They learn about being an author,
illustrating books by drawing pictures and the editing process. Once the story is complete, the
book is bound and displayed for the parents to view.
Mrs Tina Hattingh
There is great excitement amongst the children once the books are complete as they can read
them to one another and read them to family members.
Mrs Maureen Raft
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Grade 2 I enjoyed having all the special kids in my
Grade 2
class this year.
Each one of them has a special quality that
made our classroom such an enjoyable
and relaxed place. We had some fun and
exciting classroom activities and we had
even more fun on our outings.
Thank you to each one of you for making
2017 such a wonderful year. Thank you to
everyone for a great baby shower. We had
fun changing nappies and opening all the
cute gifts.
I wish you all the best for the future and I
know you will do great things. I will miss you
all dearly and May every step you take in life
be successful.
Remember I am always just a door away.
Mrs Van Der Walt
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Grade 3 Grade 3
Dinosaurs Dinosaurs
Robot Building
During our “extinction and endangered
animals” theme, the Grade Three’s did
research about dinosaurs and presented a
speech on a dinosaur they had selected.
They then made dinosaurs using clay and it
was displayed to show off their effort. They
also learnt the poem Diplodocus.
Gr Three Teachers
My Robot
My robot’s name is Judy
She’s very very rude
She never listens to me
She’s got an attitude.
She always watches TV
She never reads a book.
When I want to watch a movie
She never lets me look.
She’s very very lazy.
I need to entertain myself
When she acts like a baby.
by Matheo Motuku
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Grade 3 Grade 3
Excursions Excursions
Cullinan Mine Tour
We went to the Cullinan diamond mines. We went on the bus and I
South African Weather Bureau sat next to Gemma. It was very noisy on the bus and a lot of people
were talking. When we go there, we met our tour guide, William, and
The Grade 3 pupils thoroughly enjoyed the he gave us our helmets. We first went to a room with a lot of replicas
outing to the South African Weather Bureau of stones that have to do with diamonds.
on the 10th April 2017. Our pupils had the The second place we went to was huge hole, bigger than the Big
opportunity to see and experience first hand Hole in Kimberly. This one was not hand dug. Some kids (including
some of the equipment we have learnt me) stomped on the ground for the miners to hear us. The third
about during our various related themes. place we went to, was a museum and we saw real diamonds. We
also saw a video about the mine and about the founder Thomas
The visit was very well co-ordinated and set Cullinan.
up for a maximum learning experience for
After that we had a nice break to eat and play. Then we went home
our younger grade. We divided into 4 groups
on the bus. I still sat next to Gemma and Leila. When we arrived at
and rotated to ensure we were all able to
school we all waited for the bell to ring for second break.
enjoy the experience without the group
And that was my trip to the Cullinan Diamond Mine.
being too big.
Nina Olivier Gr3D
We visited the engineers’ laboratory where
equipment is set up, calibrated, fixed and
ready for installation into the field offices,
the testing laboratory where samples are
being tested for air quality and then into
the field to see the equipment and how it is
used to gain the actual weather information
and attended a short talk on lightning and
storms.
We had the privilege of witnessing the build
up and release of the daily weather balloon.
This is a synchronised event which takes
place at all the weather stations around
South Africa every day at a prescribed time.
This weather balloon will remain in the air
for approximately 1 hour 30 minutes and
will relay various weather information to
a satellite in space which sends it back to
earth.
Mrs Caroline Heuer
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PCS Walkathon Pupils’ Work
Walkathon LIMERICK POEMS
On the day of the Walkathon we dressed up
as hip-hop-emojies. I decided what to wear, A fellow with a cello by Aamani Chetty A man named Ben by Angela Domoney The dude bop by Motheo Motuku
and I wore baggy pants, a baggy shirt, a big There was an old fellow There was a young man named Ben There was a boy named Jude
gold chain, a cap and sunglasses. We brushed Who liked to play the cello He was obviously only ten He called himself a dude
teeth, ate and brushed hair. We got in to the While in the shower He tried to catch a cat He thought he could bop
car and drove to school. Holding a flower But instead he caught a mat While playing hip hop
The flower was obviously yellow. The next day he tried again, But actually played the blues.
When we got to school, I ran to class as fast but then he just caught a hen.
as I could. When I got to class everyone was Ronaldo by Mela Mongalo
already there except me. We put our emojie There is a soccer player Ronaldo Messy Messi by Boikano Mampuru
bibs on and practised our entrance song a few His favourite brand is Aldo There was a guy named Messi
times, then we did our dance in front of the In a game he hit his head His clothes were always messy
whole school, even Mr Gelling was there! Or was it in the gardening shed He kicked the ball
Oh the poor soccer player Ronaldo. When it was fall
After we did the dance we walked on the road. After he met a girl named Tessi.
I wanted to my bib off but Mrs de Kok, said
no. When we got back to school, I changed
into short sleeve clothes. I went on some rides
ART EXPO
but some of them had long queues. In the
afternoon, I helped my mom sell food at the
foodstalls.
After the Walkathon, James slept over at
my house and my friend came too. What an
exciting and exhausting end to the day.
Liam Trollip Gr3D
Book
Day
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Junior-Prep
IMini Cricket
Despite only being at school for two weeks,
our pre-schoolers went to St Paulus to play
their very first cricket match. For some this
was a fun morning where keeping to the
Co-curricular
rules of cricket according to some pre-
schoolers, was not necessary. However,
there were some very talented and keen
cricket players who performed really well on
the day and made us proud.
On the 5th November, our talented cricket
E-Club Gross Motor Skills team arrived at St Paulus very early and
ready to face our opponents. We had
This year our E-Clubs learned about their The Grade Ones, twos and threes had a lot practiced intensely and were ready. The
environment and how to take care of it. of fun in Gross motor this year. Week by other team opted to bowl first so we
Lessons taught were re-enforced with an week many skills were learnt in a fun way. made as many runs as we could. A few
activity. The children had to make a 3D Different size balls were used in throwing sixes and fours were hit to the delight of
model of a water scene once they learned and catching exercises and ball games our parents. Then we swopped over and
how precious it is to conserve water. Posters were played. Bean bags, hoola hoops and it was our turn to bowl and field. Once
were made of Save the Rhino by making a skipping ropes formed the basis of many again we demonstrated that eagerness and
collage. This year E-club was enjoyed by all structured games which taught the children determination wins. We bowled them out,
and hopefully all learners will remember to different techniques and skills. Every accomplishment hit many wickets and caught a few balls.
implement what they’ve learnt on taking starts with the decision to Overall a fantastic day.
care of our wonderful Earth.
Mrs Maureen Raft try… On the 10th November, we arrived bright and
early, even before the cock had time to crow,
Mrs Ana De Kok to play a cricket match at Waterkloof House
Preparatory school. Maragon ( Doxa Deo)
Mini Hockey was to our opponents. With a team of ten we
went into the match with two aims. To have
Our Mini Hockey players always played their fun and do our best and we succeeded in
hearts out at their Saturday morning fixtures. both. We made over 40 runs and took a few
It was great to see them holding their own wickets and run outs to complete our victory.
against some of the bigger schools that we
played against. It was also very encouraging Mastering the skills required to play cricket
to see that there were several boys and girls successfully took a while but those who will
picking up a hockey stick for the first time continue with cricket in Grade 1 will be great.
and getting involved in our Saturday fixtures.
Mrs Stacey Nicolaides
Mrs Nicky Futter
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Mini Soccer
Junior-Prep
Bright and early on Saturday the 25th March,
our eager Grade 0 soccer team arrived at
Southdowns College for their very first
Soccer festival. Our team did exceptionally
well for their first attempt. We drew the
first match and won the next four matches.
Co-curricular
More importantly, we had a lot of fun and
impressed the co-ordinators with our
dancing. All are looking forward to the next
festival.
Once again, bracing the cool weather,
our Grade 0 soccer team competed at
Mini Netball
Southdowns School. The festival took place
on the 8th of April and our pupils played
Our mini Netball players showed dedication
with such enthusiasm. Some top class goals
and enthusiasm during practice. We
were scored and the entire team did their
played in three fixtures this year namely:
best to play well. Parents and players look
Southdowns College, DSG, and CBC (being
forward to further matches next term.
cancelled due to rain). Our girls played
their hearts out and it was great to see them
As a final coaching clinic, the Grade 0’s
show good sportsmanship and enthusiasm.
arrived at school on the 15th July for a fun
Thank you to all the coaches and parents for
and amazing morning. Both the coach and
their continued support.
young T.J, who is destined to perform really
well and make South Africa proud of him
worked on skills needed to improve their
Mrs Ana De Kok
game. Dads, older brothers and friends were
included in the final game against the Grade
0’s. All left the field on a high inspired to
continue playing soccer in Grade One.
Mrs Stacey Nicolaides
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