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Join us as we kick off another milestone year and help us to donate another 1 million pens in 2025. BIC makes it easy to make a difference by simply paying it forward – for every pen you buy, one is donated to learners in need. South Africa has far too …

Can you believe that back-to-school time is already here? It’s a tough time for learners and parents alike, though for different reasons. Parents worry about providing their children with everything they will need for the school year, and there’s a lot to consider: academic considerations, friendships, logistics, stationery lists – and …

We’re into the last term of the school year, and that means exam time for learners from Grade 4 all the way up to Grade 12. While there’s a lot at stake for children in the upper Grades, even the younger ones going into their first or second exam seasons …

As this year draws to a close, mothers everywhere gear up for another eventful school year. The transition from carefree days to structured routines can be overwhelming, but with some thoughtful planning and preparation, moms can ease this transition for both themselves and their children. Here are eight essential tips …

As your daughter enters the tween years, she begins to navigate a whole new world of experiences and challenges. One of the most common hurdles she might encounter is girl drama at school. While it’s a rite of passage for many, it can be a confusing and emotionally taxing time …

For many families, boarding school is a family tradition which goes back generations. For other families, modern life requires work and travel commitments that make boarding for high school students a necessity. But the questions that are central to every parent’s concern are: will my child be happy as a …

A series of consecutive interest rate hikes implemented to rein in spiralling inflation is putting pressure on consumers with long term debt like home loans and vehicle finance under greater pressure. A number of banks have in recent weeks reported an increase in impairment charges as a growing number of …

Greater freedom has become entrenched in South Africa ever since the dawn of democracy in 1994. And while we have more rights and freedoms than ever before, we still grapple with challenges around ensuring quality education for all. There is an urgent need to provide access to quality education that …

As educational institutions worldwide strive to create safe and healthy learning environments, effective cleaning of the educational sector also becomes essential. With schools reopening in many countries after the total lockdown period of the global pandemic, it has become increasingly important for educators to understand how best to keep their …

The current COVID-19 pandemic has brought the entire world into conflict. Educators and academic institutions are taking learning to the digital realm due to this uncertainty and speculation surrounding COVID-19. The transition to virtual classrooms is causing concern among students and educators alike. Adapting to the digital domain will take …

There is no other school subject that gets as bad a rap as Mathematics.  It even has a mental health disorder associated with it – ‘Maths anxiety’.  There are a range of reasons why Maths is so polarising, some will say it’s too hard while others complain that it is …

September 2022 was an incredibly busy month. The third term came to an end with loads of school activities, as well as moving home. Getting to any work was close to impossible. I’m looking forward to a quieter October catching up on work and settling into our new home. Behind …

Online schooling is on the rise in South Africa, and more families are opting for the flexibility and other benefits of at-home learning.  However, it’s important for parents to be mindful of providing a child-friendly workspace that is conducive to learning.  A safe, comfortable and well-organised environment is essential for …

Building the foundations for future academic success must start from when a child enters Grade 1, and the focus must be on cultivating a love of learning, an education expert says. “Parents have an important role to play in the early years, in terms of developing the framework for a …

We’re in the midst of a seismic change in the world of work.  We’ve seen tech disruption so far eliminate industries, transform others and usher in brand-new ones.  Many working parents have experienced this first-hand. We expect emerging and evolving technologies to continue their innovation and disruption at an ever-escalating …

SAMA-nominated hitmaker, Majozi, takes to the stage in SA education this year as Koa Academy’s Head of Culture. Appreciated for his warmth and humanity, we sat down with Majozi so that SA parents can get to know him better: What was your favourite subject in school, and why? “It was …

New School Year Survival Tips – A little planning pays big dividends For parents and students, the beginning of January is a time of preparation and new school year resolutions. Every parent wants the school year to be successful for their children so here are a few simple ‘tricks of …

A Budget-Friendly Guide for Back-to-School Shopping  The festive season which is filled with Christmas feels, quality time with loved ones, and relaxation, will soon be replaced with back-to-school excitement. As consumers shift gears from the holiday season to the back-to-school (BTS) madness, Kutlwano Tshetlhane, mother and Stationery Marketing Manager at …

As our kids enter their school-going years their growth is steady, but slower and somewhat less dramatic when compared to the rapid baby-toddler-to-little-person transformation.  It’s an interesting time nutritionally as school-going children tend to be more open to trying different foods and are developing their foodie likes and dislikes.  They …

Every year, without fail, thousands of families struggle with the battle to get their child placed into a school. Previously, they might be battling for a spot at their school of preference, but recently it’s about finding a spot at all. All is not lost, however, as online schools are …