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Announcements
Dear Parents / Guardians,
Happy Friday! We’ve made it to the end of another busy, wonderful week together. I trust you’re all doing well. Please allow me to bring the following important matters to your attention:
SCHOOL WHATSAPP CHAT GROUPS (2026):
You can join the school’s various WhatsApp chat groups by clicking on each relevant Grade’s below:
BULLYING:
We are still having very real cases of bullying in our school, although our Code of Conduct is very clear that NO FORM OF BULLYING will be tolerated at all. The school has a zero-tolerance policy against bullies. Some children, however, are very scared and intimidated by bullies and do not report the bullying so that we can intervene. Please explain to you children that bullying is not acceptable and should not be condoned. We rely on parents and children reporting cases of bullying so that the perpetrators can be identified. Thank you for your kind assistance regarding this matter.
ACADEMIC CONCERNS:
We are still experiencing a concerning lack of commitment to schoolwork from many learners. This attitude was clearly reflected in the Term 1 report cards.
LEARNER BEHAVIOUR:
We are increasingly concerned about the rise in disrespectful and defiant behaviour among some learners. Teachers are reaching their limits, as learners challenge authority, make rude comments to staff and peers, use inappropriate language, and arrive late to class after breaks. When disciplined, some learners openly mock and defy staff. This behaviour is unacceptable and will no longer be tolerated.
UPDATING CONTACT INFORMATION:
Please ensure your contact details are always up to date. We have been unable to reach several parents recently due to incorrect or outdated numbers. Kindly update your details with the school and in your child’s diary as soon as any changes occur.
OUR SCHOOL CODE OF CONDUCT – WEEKLY FOCUS:
Each week we’ll highlight a section of our school Code of Conduct in the newsletter to help everyone stay on the same page. This week’s focus: LEARNERS’ PERSONAL APPEARANCE.
NETBALL AND MINI NETBALL PRACTISE:
Netball and Mini Netball practice will take place every Wednesday and Thursday, from 13:45 until 14:45 (Unless specified otherwise). Please arrange transport accordingly.
SOCCER PRACTISE:
Please arrange your child’s transport accordingly. Should it rain, practices will automatically be cancelled. Boy’s must bring appropriate sporting clothes for practicing. No player will be allowed on the field in their uniform with school shoe.
- Monday 20 April – Under 11 boys – 13:45 until 15:00
- Tuesday 21 April – Under 13 boys – 13:45 until 15:00
- Wednesday 22 April – Under 11 boys – 13:45 until 15:00
- Thursday 23 April – Under 13 boys – 13:45 until 15:00
MINI SOCCER:
Mini Soccer practise practises will take place every Wednesdays and Thursdays starting at 13:45 until 14:45 (Unless specified otherwise). Please make suitable arrangements for children to be fetched at 14:45, as no supervision will be available after practise time. Should it rain, practices will automatically be cancelled.
CHESS:
Chess practise will take place every Wednesdays 13:45 until 14:45 (Unless specified otherwise). Please make suitable arrangements for children to be fetched at 14:45, as no supervision will be available after practise time.
RACA:
Practice for all categories starts this week. Please check the WhatsApp groups for more details as they are shared. Parents, kindly make the necessary transport arrangements so your child is picked up on time after practice.
OFFICE 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.
Principal
Hennie Bester
Deputy Principal
Lizette vd Merwe
Departmental Head:
Foundation phase
Derise Le Grange
Departmental Head:
Foundation phase
Amanda Martignone
Departmental Head:
Intersen phase
Dawie Breedt
Departmental Head:
Intersen phase
André Shannon