Daily Maverick

Compulsory Grade R — all you need to know about the first year of formal schooling

Compulsory Grade R legislation in South Africa, effective from 2025, aims to enhance early education access. However, ...
Daily Maverick

Compulsory Grade R faces budget constraints and unplaced learners as 2026 academic year begins

Among issues under the spotlight heading into the 2026 school year is the implementation of a compulsory Grade R year in the foundation phase, in line with the Basic Education Laws Amendment (Bela) Ac ...
The Citizen

Grade R learners learn about different cultures

In the back row are foundation phase teachers Makhosazana Sibisi and Nomvula Mukasi. The children in front are: Zinhle Mabena, Khumo Thukwayo, Nceto Kutwano, Sanele Ntuli, and Amahle Nkosi. KwaThema – ...

A new chapter begins: Western Cape's Grade R and Grade 1 learners embark on their school journey

Thousands of Grade R and Grade 1 learners in the Western Cape embark on their educational journey, filled with excitement and emotion, as Premier Alan Winde expresses support for their future.