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Announcements

Dear Parents / Guardians,

Time is flying by—another week has passed! Please take note of the following important matters for the upcoming week:

SCHOOL WHATSAPP CHAT GROUPS (2026): 

You can join the school’s various WhatsApp chat groups by clicking on each relevant Grade’s below:

Grade RR
Grade R
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grade 6
Grade 7
LEARNER RE-REGISTRATION:
In accordance with regulations, all learners must be re-registered annually. Re-registration will be sent home during the week. Kindly verify the information, update any outdated details, and return the signed forms to school as soon as possible.
 
SOCIAL MEDIA / WEBSITES, CELL PHONES ETC:
Please make sure you are aware of what your child is doing on Social Media (Facebook, Tik Tok, Instagram, WhatsApp, YouTube etc.), should you allow them to have or to use a cell phone at home. We had several cases at school where children share inappropriate material with others. Please make sure you put blocks on their phones so that they cannot have access to any pornographic and other unwanted material.
 
LEARNER CONDUCT:
Final warnings were issued this week to several learners. While some are improving, others continue to disrupt classes. These learners were removed and placed under supervision, yet many remained disrespectful.
 
LATE ARRIVALS AND PICKUPS:
Despite repeated reminders, many learners still arrive late or are picked up very late. Alarmingly, some young learners (Grade RR & R) are dropped off or left alone without supervision. Please inform the school if your child will be late. Ensure transport arrangements are safe and punctual.
 
SCHOOL CLOSURE AT 13:00 FOR EXAMS:
You are hereby informed that the school will close daily at 13:00 for the duration of the Controlled Tests that start on Thursday 28 May 2026. All children must be fetched before 13:15.
 
RINGWORM CASES:
We have a few cases of ringworm. As this condition is highly contagious, please keep affected learners at home and seek treatment from your local clinic or pharmacy. Ringworm is easily treatable and not related to cleanliness. Your cooperation is appreciated.
 
 
PRACTISES FOR NEXT WEEK – WEEK OF 18 – 22 MAY:

Please arrange transport accordingly after all practices and matches.

  • SOCCER SCHEDULE
    • Monday, 18 May: Under 11 players will practice at school until 15:00
    • Tuesday, 19 May: Friendly Match against St Ursula’s at St Ursula’s
      Under 11 and Under 13 teams will play matches against St Ursula’s.
      Venue: St Ursula’s
      Time: 14:00 – 16:00.
    • Wednesday, 20 May: Friendly Match against St Ursula’s at St Ursula’s
      Under 07 and Under 09 teams will play matches against St Ursula’s.
      Venue: St Ursula’s
      Time: 14:00 – 16:00.
  • NETBALL SCHEDULE
    • Tuesday, 19 May: Friendly Match against St Ursula’s at St Ursula’s
      Under 12 and Under 13 teams will play matches against St Ursula’s.
      Venue: St Ursula’s
      Time: 14:00 – 16:00.
    • Wednesday, 20 May: Friendly Match against St Ursula’s at St Ursula’s
      Under 08 and Under 09 teams will play matches against St Ursula’s.
      Venue: St Ursula’s
      Time: 14:00 – 16:00
  • CHESS
    • The 10 selected chess players in Team 2 will continue with our internal league on Wednesday 20 May at 13h45 in Mr. Ueckermann’s class
  • RACA
    • Practice for all categories this week. Please check the WhatsApp groups for more details as they are shared. Parents, kindly make the necessary transport arrangements for your child to be picked up on time after practice.
 
OFFICE & CLOTHING STORE HOURS:
  • Monday – Thursday: 07:30 – 14:00
  • Friday: 07:30 – 13:00
  • No money can be accepted after these specified times, for safety and security reasons
  • Please remember that there are card facilities available at school. It is a more convenient and a safer way of making payments at school. Please make use of this facility or make payments via the internet or direct bank deposits. The school’s banking details are as follows
  • Laerskool Paardekraal
  • ABSA
  • Current Account no – 01005000153
  • Please use your child’s name, surname and grade as a reference and send Proof of Payment by email to joey@paardies.co.za. 
 
GENERAL:
Enjoy your weekend with loved ones—life is short, so make lasting memories.

Feel free to send any comments or suggestions to info@paardies.co.za.

Acting Principal

Amanda Martignone

Acting Deputy Principal

Dawie Breedt

Departmental Head:
Foundation phase

Derise Le Grange

Acting Departmental Head:
Foundation phase

Mariska Braune

Acting Departmental Head:
Foundation phase

Jané Keys

Acting Departmental Head:
Intersen phase

Zendra Hattingh

Acting Departmental Head:
Intersen phase

Leandré Da Silva

Departmental Head:
Intersen phase

André Shannon