Learning through play at Funimfundo Pre-school
During the past week the Grade R learners at Funimfundo Pre-school at Die Kop just outside of Stanford were guided by teacher Nandipha and Occupational Therapist, Regina, through some body…
Creative Works joins the Herfsfees in Stanford
The Easter Holidays were full of fun as we prepared for Herfsfees, a music festival with workshops and a parade. The Creative Works team made costumes for the children who…
Parents Workshop at Die Bron Primary in Stanford
Parents are their children’s first teacher and therefore in our programs we put a lot of emphasis on not only our work with the children but also with the parents….
Exploring our world through smell and taste
Learning and exploring the world around us through the senses is the main focus in the first term of the year in our Early Learning Program. Children develop and build up…
Welcome to the New Year
The beginning of a new year in an educational setting is always an exciting time as we meet many new children that join our workshops and programs. The past few…
The beauty of creating with one’s own hands
We use play dough and clay on a regular basis when working with children. Our aim is always to enhance fine motor skills, specifically hand strength, coordination and dexterity in…
Imagination is king
Imaginary play is the most important component of play that children can experience. It helps to develop and bring out their creativity and builds up their skills on an emotional,…
Creative Works at the FCW Parents’ Workshop
Play is not a luxury; it is a neccesity. It is is the way children learn. We know that the first years in a child’s life are the most important…
Spring flowers at Die Bron Primary in Stanford
Young children love to be creative. They are natural artists and enjoy playing with colour on a piece of cloth or paper. This month the children who are attending our…
Creative Works at Funimfundo Pre-School
Over the past few weeks we have explored the theme of working with every day, recyclable material with the grade R class at Funimfundo Pre-School. We have used newspaper…