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Announcements

Dear Parents / Guardians,

The Grade 7 learners began their final examinations today, marking the start of the 2026 year-end exams. We are now in the final stretch of what has been a demanding and productive school year. As we approach the end of the year, we need to draw your attention to several important matters that require your understanding and cooperation:

SCHOOL WHATSAPP CHAT GROUPS (2026): 

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

HONOURS CEREMONIES:

Our Honours Ceremonies took place on 2 and 3 November 2026, celebrating the outstanding achievements of our learners. Congratulations to all our prize winners. Your dedication, perseverance, and hard work have been rewarded, and we are incredibly proud of each one of you.

SCHOOL TIMES AND PUNCTUALITY:

We are still facing serious challenges with learners arriving late in the mornings and being fetched late in the afternoons. This has become a daily disruption to the school programme and affects not only the child who is late but also the smooth running of classes and administration. Parents, please understand that punctuality is not optional — it is an essential part of discipline and respect for others. Learners who arrive after registration are automatically marked “absent” on the Department of Education system, and these records cannot be changed. These absences are reflected on your child’s report card. We ask parents to take this matter seriously and to speak to their children — some parents are unaware of how frequently their children arrive late.

EXAM ARRANGEMENTS:

Learners must bring the necessary textbooks and notes for both the day’s exam and the following day’s subject. There will be time allocated for studying at school, but this is only possible if learners have their books with them. Please ensure your child has all the required stationery — no borrowing or lending will be allowed during the exams.

DEMARCATIONS:

Demarcations for Grades 4 to 7 were distributed to assist learners in focusing their studies. These documents clearly outline the sections of work that will be assessed. Parents are urged to check that their children are using these demarcations when preparing — they are valuable tools designed to make study time more efficient and effective.

CLOSING TIMES DURING EXAMS:

From Friday, 6 November, the school will close daily at 13:00 for all learners. Please ensure your child is fetched promptly at this time. There will be no supervision after 13:00, and the school cannot take responsibility for learners who remain outside the premises after this time. Kindly communicate the new time with your transport providers.

FETCHING OF CHILDREN IN THE AFTERNOONS:

This issue has become a major concern. Increasing numbers of learners refuse to wait inside the designated waiting area after school. Many are crossing the busy road at random points or loitering around town — particularly behind Build-it, near President Hyper, and at the Shell garage. These unsupervised gatherings often lead to fights and unruly behaviour, forcing staff members, shop owners, and even SGB members to intervene. This situation is unacceptable and unsafe.

AGM / BUDGET PRESENTATION MEETING:
Due to a quorum not being met, the AGM / Budget Presentation Meeting has been rescheduled to 12 November 2026. Please note that, in accordance with the relevant procedures, the meeting and budget presentation will proceed with the parents who are present, even if a quorum is not reached at the reconvened meeting. We encourage all parents to attend and participate in this important process.
 

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. 
 
IN CLOSING:
We thank all parents who continue to support the school and uphold our standards. Together, we can ensure that our children finish this year on a positive and disciplined note. Please enjoy a peaceful and safe weekend with your families.

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