Academic Approach

At Lilyfontein Foundation Phase we develop the whole child and ensure balance between the academic, cultural, physical and spiritual spheres of learning.

Academics involve a team approach.  We have 6 classes, 2 for each grade, and the staff complement includes class teachers, as well as specialist teachers in isiXhosa, Art, Music, Phys Ed, Computers, Permaculture, Library and Learnerships.  We follow the CAPS syllabus and consolidate the skills and concepts through a mix of hands-on activities, pencil and paper, play and technology. 

A remedial department is available for those learners that have been identified with learning barriers.  

With the support of parents, we strive to enable each child to respect the needs, beliefs and cultures of other people; to explore and appreciate the wonders of the environment and to respond to the challenges of life with confidence.

School Routine

The Foundation Phase day begins at 07:30 with all 6 classes assembled to greet and share birthdays and sporting/cultural results and events.

We have two breaks and classes finish at 13:00 (Grade 1) and 13:10 (Grade 2/3).  The extra-mural programme runs from 13:30 to 14:15 daily.

Communication

At Lilyfontein School, we value an open and co-operative relationship between parents and staff. It is therefore important to ensure that the school has up to date and correct contact details. We are an eco-friendly school and prefer to use as little paper as possible; we therefore use the D6 as a vital communication portal which must be checked regularly for any updates and important letters to parents. Alerts inform parents of more urgent information.  If learners are absent or parents require a meeting with a teacher, parents are requested to please e-mail the front office and CC in the relevant teacher.  The weekly newsletter gives parents a picture of the ‘whole school’ activities.

Follow the steps below to install the D6 School Communicator:
Go to www.school-communicator.com/download.php