SCHOOL FEES School fees As Edenglen Primary is a fee-paying school, school fees are COMPULSORY and are determined each year by the Governing Body. School Fees for 2024 are R 25 377.00 per annum for current learners (Grade 1 - 7: R 2 307.00 over 11 months). ​ These are payable monthly in advance, unless there is prior written confirmation of an alternate agreement. Parents with severe financial difficulties are encouraged to make an appointment with the Principal or the credit controller to discuss the matter in private so that suitable arrangements can be made. A 10% discount is offered to those parents who pay the full amount for the year in advance before 31 January 2024. ​ Payment Cheques Please note that cheques will not be accepted. ​ EFT/direct deposits Should you prefer to make a direct payment into the school account, kindly provide proof of payment for our records, so that we can allocate your payment correctly on our system. ​ Proof of payment can be emailed to debtors@edenglenprimary.co.za for the attention of: Mrs L Hagemeier ​ Banking details Account Name: Edenglen Primary School Bank: First National Bank Branch: Greenstone Branch Code: 201 510 Account Number: 6209 2777 683 To ensure your payment is captured correctly, please include your REFERENCE NUMBER (the number which appears on your statement). If you cannot remember your reference number, kindly phone the office for the correct reference number. Alternatively, kindly include your child’s surname, name, and grade, in clear print. Subsidies For those who genuinely cannot pay school fees, there are subsidies available. Documentary proof of salary and an IRA 34, etc will be required to support a request for a subsidy. All subsidy requests must be applied for before the end of February each year. The onus is on the Parent to collect a subsidy form from the office and ensure this is completed and handed in at the office for consideration. (Subsidies are subject to renewal at the start of each school year). ​ ​ ​

We pride ourselves in not only our excellent standard of education but also our dedicated and enthusiastic staff, who are always striving to improve the standards within our school. Please note that we are working on updating this section of our website. Executive Ms Heather Broodryk Principal As serving as Edenglen Primary School for a few years now, Ms B, as she is know, is eager to continue with the good tradition of maintaining high standards, no matter what sphere, throughout the school. Her motivation is the fantastic teachers she works with and their positive attitude and zest for life, not to mention each and every child who plays such an indispensable part in the school. Ms Auckland Deputy Principal Ms Auckland is a firm believer that every child has a unique and special potential that needs to be uncovered and made into something beautiful. She is passionate about making a difference in the lives of teachers and children and believes that if children love school, she has achieved an important goal in helping the child to reach self-actualisation. Mrs Sanet Eksteen Departmental Head (Intermedia te Phase) Mrs Eksteen has been at the school for many years. She is a fan of the cultural arts and is active in promoting participation in this area. She regularly undertakes professional development activities so that she can improve her knowledge and understanding about education. Her knowledge is clearly practised in the classroom as learners love being in her class. Mrs Corlia Vorster Departmental Head (Grade 5) Mrs Vorster believes that every child has the ability to achieve success. ​ She constantly strives to empower teachers and learners, and provide them with opportunities to reach their full potential. ​ Together we attain "Knowledge for Life". Mrs Iris Mnisi Departmental Head (Intermediate Phase) Mrs Mnisi is a long-serving staff member at Edenglen Primary School. She is a subject specialist and has a passion for teaching Social Sciences and Life Skills, as this can prepare our learners for life beyond school. She is a devoted mother of four children and uses these skills to connect with our learners. Her dry sense of humour and pragmatic approach has endeared her to many. Ms Louise North Departmental Head (Foundation Phase) Ms North has joined our team at Edenglen Primary School with a spirit of compassion and love for the teaching fraternity. She advocates kindness, firmly believing that respect, tolerance and acceptance emanates from it. Based on this foundation, she seeks to aspire our learners to lead a life of significance and purpose. ​ Grade 1 Christine Coetzer Lezel Ferreira Jayde Inocco Nicola Roncaglia Jessica Thompson Kate Russell Grade 2 Jenna Facer Jacqueline Farinha Colleen Krueger Taznia Naidoo Justine Reddy Nadia Vos Grade 3 Samantha Digby Kaylin Myburgh Suzi Ndzuke Jessica Niemack Jasmin Scoufes Taryn Maconochie Grade 4 Grade 5 Bianca Brainthwaite Kelli-Jean Blom Renisha Belrajh Tebogo Cherane Tane Oosthuizen Amber Mackay- Beckett Sanet Eksteen Cayla White-Sharpley Lindy Botes Francis Helwick Sarah-Lee King Judith Maseremule Katelyn Smit Lizelle Van Der Linde Neil Michie Show More Grade 6 Paige Smit Jelena Adamovic Andrew Muthusamy Monique Peterson Rachel Russell Marika Van Zyl Grade 7 Charmain Botha Charmain Studer Gerrie Van Der Linde Kamogelo Mawela Tamsyn Locke Deliwe Mahlangu Therapist/Councillors Ruth Nakaonga Yushene Rajkuar Sport General Neil Michie Lireko Ncube Clive Patterson Jacqueline Keating Atri Dos Santos Thabang Tshale Alexandra Chester Sinovuyo Titi Debra Kupsamy Deliwe Mahlangu Learnership Dominique Bell Sizakele Nkabinde Lionel Muzorewa Macaela Bezuidenhout Administration Deborah Scrooby Lizette Hagemeier Gugu Zwane Tania Steyn Oyama Gxakwe Makhosi Ncube Patricia Sikonde Ground staff Ncedible (Bigman) Mbangata Albert (Silva) Khoza (2) Piet Maseko Thabo Mavuso Moses Mavuso Rubby Mohlala (2) Gloria Mothiba Saraphine Nkosi Portia Dlamini Tshepo Seanego Samson Sithole

Contact us For all inquiries, please call our main reception during the following hours: Monday - Thursday: 07:00 - 15:00 Friday: 07:00 - 13:30 Tel: 011-609 5206 or 011-609 5249 Accounts: debtors@edenglenprimary.co.za ​ General Information: reception@edenglenprimary.co.za Admissions: admissions@edenglenprimary.co.za ​ ​ SGB Chairperson: Mrs Tracey Hack FEEDBACK OR CONCERNS: Please fill out the contact form below, and we will get back to you: Thanks! Message sent. Send

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A privately run After Care Centre is available at school. For more information, kindly contact: Glenvale Pre-Primary School: 011 609 9884 (Grade 1) Verna Dewar: 082 332 7304 (Grade 2 to Grade 7)

Term 2 Extra Murals & Lesson Timetable Extra-curricular activities at Edenglen Primary are exactly that - an invaluable extension of the curriculum and the educational experience we aim to provide. While not compulsory, participation is strongly encouraged, and a majority of our pupils are involved in one or more activity. Athletics All learners are invited to take part in Athletics. Interhouse? Learners have the opportunity to excel during the athletics season Which is when? by taking part in interschool Athletics meetings. ​ Choir Choir is offered year-round to our Juniors (Grade 1 to Grade 3) and to our Seniors (Grade 4 to Grade 7). This is carried out by qualified music teachers at our school, who work to ensure that when the stage lights go on the quality of our choirs is outstanding. Both choir groups work towards competing in the annual Eisteddfod and various other events where their talents can be showcased. ​ Cross Country Interested learners take on various cross-country trails as they work towards representing their District at the end of the season which is when? This activity is offered from U9 and is limited to U13 participation. Please clarify? Do only the U13s compete formally? Cricket Mini Cricket is offered to Grade 1 and Grade 2 learners. Our aim at this level is developing critical motor skills and a basic knowledge of the game of cricket. Players get the chance to show off their skills at Mini Cricket matches, which take place on Saturday mornings at various venues during Term 1. Senior Cricket is offered to Grade 3 and Grade 4 learners. In higher grades like Grade 5-7 strategic play and improvement of skill becomes the focus and coaching becomes more technical. Cricket teams play 20-Over matches during the week against schools in and around the Edenvale area. Dance Dance is offered only to our Grade 3 group on a voluntary basis to those learners who have some ‘slick moves’ to show off for the Eisteddfod. Learners are coached throughout Term 2 in preparation for competition in Term 3. There is much fun to be had here! ​ Eisteddfod The National Eisteddfod of South Africa is the biggest cultural competition for school learners in the country. It offers various opportunities for performers in all communities to showcase and develop their talent in music, dance, theatre, and fine arts. Staged during the third term, the Eisteddfod has become a highlight for learners participating in the Arts, including English poetry, Drama, Afrikaans Poetry, Drama, Group Dancing for Grade 3, Speekkoor for Grade 4 and Grade 5; as well as Vocal Categories for Senior and Junior Choir, and Art Grade 1 – 7. Preparation and practice for these activities take place during Term 2, with various groups and individuals competing at organised Eisteddfod competitions during Term 3. ​ Hockey Grade 1 - Grade 3 learners are offered Hockey on a smaller scale than the older grades. These learners are given the opportunity to learn the basic skills and principles of the game while competing against other schools and playing their matches on a smaller field space than normal. As learners progress and improve upon their Hockey skills, field space is increased, until they are introduced to full field Hockey by the time they reach Grade 7. ​ Media Our beautiful Media and Resource Centre is stocked with the latest book titles, both fiction and non-fiction. It’s also equipped with individual work stations, which are popular with learners and teachers for accessing the Internet for research. Our very own Media Centre teacher, Mrs Dos Santos, presents courses on how to use the Media Centre effectively and how to encourage reading programmes to teachers from other schools. ​ Netball and Mini Netball During the summer season, Grade 1 -3 learners take part in Mini Netball as an introduction to the sport. Grade 4 - Grade 7 girls are then coached in advanced Netball skills. All teams compete against schools in and around the Edenvale area, giving all participants an opportunity to hone their match skills in a competitive environment. ​ Rugby Rugby is offered to Grade 4 - 7 learners on a competitive level where players get to face off against other schools in a rugby league. To ensure the safety of all learners taking part in the sport, all coaches are Boksmart Certified and World Rugby Qualified. Before they are able to join rugby in their grade 4 year, Grade 3 learners receive a crucial introduction to the basics of the sport as well as safe practice during play. ​ Soccer Soccer is a crowd-pleaser at our school, with all learners from Grade 1 - 7 joining in on the fun. There is provision for a girls team and the Sports Co-ordinator is hard at work to get this going. Grade 1 - 3 learners enjoy playing soccer on a smaller format than the older age groups. Once again this allows them to get used to the basic skill requirements of the game before it becomes competitive in the older age groups. ​ Speech & Drama For those learners more dramatically inclined, our Speech & Drama Club is the perfect platform for the development of that star quality and stage presence. Learners take part in Term 3 competitions at the Eisteddfod. Check us out on Page 14

School governing body information The newly elected SGB members: Parent component: Mrs T. Hack Ms T. Magcai Mrs A. Maseti Mrs S. Naidu Mrs Y. Oswald Mrs A. Williams Staff component of SGB: Ms H Broodryk (Principal) Ms R Auckland (Deputy Principal/Secretary) Mr C Patterson (Teacher Rep) Mr N Michie (Teacher Rep) Mrs D Scrooby (Non-teacher Rep) ​ SGB AGM Minutes 2023

Admissions Thank you for showing an interest in Edenglen Primary School as the school to which you would like to send your child. ​ Grade 1 2024: Apply online at gdeadmissions.gov.za. The date given for Grade 1 Admissions is June 15, 2023 at 8am and the closing date is July 21, 2023 at midnight. On successful completion you will receive a reference number and a confirmation SMS. ​ Inner grades (Gr2-7) applications for 2024 opened on the 1st of July 2023 and will close on 29 September 2023. Applications will re-open on the 18th of January 2024 for 2024 applications only. 2025 Applications will be announced. ​ ADMISSIONS 2024 ​ Grades 1-7: Please click on the link below to download and print the Application Form 2024. ​ Please hand the completed form, and the certified undernoted supporting documents, to the School’s Admission Administrator, Mrs. Deborah Scrooby. These MUST NOT be emailed. YOUR EMAIL IS CRITICAL WHEN APPLYING AS ALL FURTHER COMMUNICATION WILL COME TO YOU VIA EMAIL. Incomplete forms and missing documents will delay you been placed onto the waiting list. ​ SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: ID photo of learner x1 (colour) Certified copy of ID/Birth Certificate Certified copies of ID’s of both parents Legal guardianship paperwork if not biological parent Proof of Home Address: Homeowners:​ Municipal account not older than 3 months in the name of the applicant/parent bearing the full residential address. Tenants / Renters​​ Municipal account not older than 3 months in the name of the landlord (home owner) bearing the full physical address; And ​ The following documents Lease agreement signed by the landlord and tenant, bearing the full physical residential address; And​ Rental payment receipt with full physical residential address not older than 3 months; And Statement of any account in the name of the applicant/parent bearing the full physical residential address not older than 3 months Letter from Employer —if applying with a work address Non-South African citizens — Certified copies of work permit and learners' study permit Grade 2-7 latest School Report Immunisation/Clinic Card Transfer card (Grades 2-7) - REQUIRED ONLY ON PLACEMENT ​ Preference will be given to the learners residing in the feeder zone. Only once all these learners are placed, will consideration be given to others. ​ Waiting List – All new applications are placed on a waiting list and parents will be notified when space is available this is generally only done by October as applications only close at the end of September. Regretfully, there may not be availability for all learners as Edenglen Primary School is a high-pressure school, receiving more applicants that the school is able to accommodate. Reminder in order for a learner to be placed a learner needs to leave. APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION 2024 The Gauteng Department of Education will announce dates for admissions within the first few months of each year. Kindly read the information below to ensure you are prepared for the admissions period. Please take note that the school does not determine dates. Dates will be announced in public media once they have been determined.

At Edenglen Primary School, we believe in the holistic education of learners. We also believe that preparing children to take on a meaningful role in society in the years to come means taking the time to assist each learner reach his or her full potential in all areas of school life. With our modern and reliable resource facilities and a wide educational infrastructure, Edenglen provides learners an idea base from which they can explore – and realise - their full potential. Academics Academics remains one of our most important priorities. We teach strictly according to the curricular policy and prescriptions of the Curriculum Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS Curriculum). ​ Formal assessment tasks, as captured in the CAPS curriculum, are done regularly and learners receive a formal assessment plan each term. These assessments, calculated according to the Departmental 1 to 7 -point scale, determine the final mark of each subject. ​ Meanwhile, continuous informal assessment takes place daily according to various assessment strategies in preparation for formal assessment tasks. ​ At the end of Term 2 and Term 4, learners from Grade 4 to 7 also write examinations according to a set examination time table. ​ Recognition and academic awards are given to those who are placed within the Top Five, and subject awards are also given. Learner support Assisting us to support learners experiencing learning difficulties are a number of specialist within our immediate community. We refer learners to credible speech therapists, occupational therapists, and remedial therapists. ​ We also have a speech therapist, an occupational therapist, and a remedial therapist who work on the school premises twice a week. This means therapy can be built into the learners’ school day. It also allows teachers and therapists to work more closely together, ensuring maximum benefit from the support programme. ​ Should a learner require any of the above therapies, an assessment is carried out. Based on the outcome, an appropriate intervention programme is put into place. Where possible, this is incorporated into the classroom by the teacher. There may, however, be a need for the parent or guardian to take the child for additional therapy, which would be for the cost of the parent. Above all, parental involvement is the biggest support needed.

Edenglen Primary School is a distinguished public school situated in the heart of Edenglen, Johannesburg. We are an English medium, co-educational primary school operating as part of the Gauteng Department of Education. Our proud history Edenglen Primary welcomed its first learners in 1978. We had just eight teachers and a single secretary, ably led by Principal SW Kieser. Since building of the Senior block was still underway, the student body was comprised of Grades 1 through 3 learners. Soccer and Netball were played, albeit with great enthusiasm, in the car park. ​ Just a year later in January 1979, classes for Grade 4 to Grade 7 commenced with a full staff complement. Pupils wore the new school uniform with pride for the first time. The Edenvale Sports Club was commandeered to play sport. By the time the school was officially opened on 17 August 1979 by the Director of Education, Professor Dr JH Jooste, it was already full to capacity. The immigrant class was at the back of the hall and one Grade 1 class accommodated on the stage. ​ By 1981, the school had grown enough to warrant the appointment of two heads of department. The following year was a big year for our sports programme: our long-awaited sports field was levelled, and grass planted. The netball fields and tennis courts were likewise completed. Shortly thereafter, for the first time in the then Transvaal, a Primary Soccer School Team, consisting of 22 boys, toured to the UK and Europe. ​ Over the past three decades, the school has flourished. A Resource Centre was opened in 2005, as envisioned by past principal Mrs Rademan. An Art Room, Music Room and a Crèche have since been added, creating an even more nurturing environment for our learners – who remain our most treasured assets. ​ That first intake of 252 children has grown to a current enrollment of over 1 300 children. Edenglen Primary continues to attract a high calibre of staff and has become a sought-after institution of learning by its surrounding community. Our vision and mission Our School Prayer: I shall pass through this world but once. Any good that I can do or any kindness I can show to any human being or animal, let me do it now. Let me not defer or neglect it for I shall not pass this way again. We regard our school as a large family in which every single member connected to the school is important. We work to create a friendly, happy atmosphere in our school, where pupils are loved and encouraged to develop intellectually, spiritually, morally, socially, and physically. ​ To strive to provide the best education possible. To cultivate an atmosphere of mutual respect. To work together as a team, i.e. the educators, parents, learners, the community, and the Gauteng Education Department. To assist those learners who are in need of extra attention, i.e. remedial and feeding schemes, etc. To maintain good discipline so as to ensure that no unwarranted disruption of academic or extra-curricular activities takes place. To inculcate pride in school and its standing in the community. To put into practice our School Prayer and School Motto: ‘Knowledge for Life’ . ​ Edenglen has pupils from many different backgrounds; however, we stress that all people are of one race: ‘The Human Race’. Our school Motto 'KNOWLEDGE FOR LIFE' supports this attitude, and encourages an environment in which self-esteem, independence, responsibility, and tolerance can grow and thrive.

Grade 7 Class of 2023 - Farewell