Junior Preparatory Weekly Memo
29 August 2025
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Dear Parents
Please take note of the following important points and dates:
Dress-up Days:
Spring Dress-up Day: Flower Power - 1 September
Learners are invited to dress up in their brightest, happiest Spring colours!
Bok Friday - 5 September
Let's support our team in green & gold!JP Music Recital - Tuesday, 9 September 18:00
We look forward to this musical event and seeing our musicians shine on stage.Emergency Contact Details
We would like to remind parents that it is imperative for us to be able to contact you, a member of your family or a close friend in the case of an emergency. Kindly visit the Edana App and check the contact details in the fields provided. To ensure that the information is complete and correct, it is vital that the contact numbers are accessible at all times by the College.
This is a very important request, and we are asking you to comply immediately as a safety precaution.
Please select your profile, then "Contact Information" update, and "Emergency Contacts" and update accordingly. Please click on the link for step-by-step guidance.
Contact:
Staff email addresses: Staffing
General Preparatory email address: prep@parklands.co.za
IT queries: Christian Oertel, Network Manager - choertel@parklands.co.za
UNIFORM
UNIFORM
College blazers
Please be reminded that all learners need to wear the new striped blazer from the start of 2026. To ensure timely delivery, we advise you to place your order with our uniform supplier, School and Leisure, early.
Second hand school uniforms
Please contact Tania Fourie if you would like to buy or sell good quality second-hand uniforms. She is also the supplier of Froggy School shoes.
Contact details: +27 83 631 7683 or tania@sportstudio.co.za
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Grade 1 PBL: Occupations
Grade 1 PBL: Occupations
Last week, our Grade One parents were invited as Guest Speakers to share a little about their occupations. The children were absolutely fascinated to hear what each job involves, what a day at work looks like, and how different roles help people in our community. Parents showed the tools and equipment they use, explained why teamwork matters, and shared fun facts that sparked lots of excitement. Many even brought along photos, props, and items to touch and explore, which made the talks extra special. These visits truly inspired our learners and left them full of curiosity and big dreams for the future!
Grade 1 Occupation Orals
Cape Town Music Eisteddfod
Parklands College hosted the annual Cape Town Music Eisteddfod this year - what a musical delight 🎶✨! We are incredibly proud of our talented learners who took to the stage with courage and passion, sharing their love of music through voice and instrument.
eisteddfod1.MOVEisteddfod 3.MOVEisteddfod4.MOVEisteddfod 2.MOVMr Ernstzen with the JP Marimba band
Busy Week in Robotics
Our Junior learners have been having an incredible time in Robotics this week!
We officially launched our FLL Explore Season, and the excitement has been contagious. Learners received their joining certificates to mark the start of their journey. They’ve been busy with paper arts, brainstorming creative team names, making plans, and learning about the core values of gracious professionalism.
In the classroom side of Robotics, the learners have been diving into ScratchJr. They explored event coding blocks, started working with repeat coding blocks, and even created their own digital stories. Along with coding, they’ve been strengthening their building skills, putting together all sorts of creative models – including a spray painting factory!
It has been a week full of teamwork, imagination, and problem-solving, and we are so proud of all the amazing things our learners are achieving in Robotics.
Library News
Library News
Roald Dahl Day
Roald Dahl Day
It is the Roald Dahl season. We are having a wonderful time, meeting this iconic author and his imaginative stories and characters. The Book Club spoke about Danny, the Champion of the World, and followed the story by playing a board game.
The Grade 1 classes met The Enormous Crocodile and listened to the story being read to them on their iPads.
The Grade 2s were astounded by Mr Twit, who has never washed his face in his life! They had fun with a Roald Dahl app, which introduced the Twits and the pranks they play on each other.
The Grade 3 classes played a creative game that enriches language skills while introducing some of the most well-known Dahl characters. And this is just the start of a marvellous Dahl feast as we count down to his birthday on 13th September.
Book Donation
We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the Ward family for a most generous donation of children’s books. We have selected books for the Junior Prep, Senior Prep as well as the High School libraries, and also packed a box for a charity that we support which supplies library books to less fortunate schools. You have brought joy to many young readers. Thank you.
Aspiring Author
Conan in Grade 1 has blown us away with his first book, beautifully written and illustrated by himself. It is a wonderful story of a ginger cat who visits the library looking for books on cats, but the librarian takes him to all the different sections in the library. It is a gem! We are so proud of you, Conan. May there be many more books from you in the years to come.
Digital Citizenship
Aftercare Reminder
Aftercare Reminder
Outreach News: BE THE CHANGE
Outreach News: BE THE CHANGE
This quarter we are excited to launch our Be the Change Outreach Q3, focused on giving back to our community in a meaningful way. Our goal is to create 100 care packages for the residents of Ria Abel Retirement Home.
Each grade has been assigned specific items to collect, from wet wipes and tissues to soap, toothpaste and more, as shown in the image below. We also hope to add mini chocolates to each care package as a small, thoughtful treat. Any donations towards these sweet treats are warmly welcomed.
The final date for collections is 12 September 2025.
Thank you for your ongoing generosity and support. Together we can brighten someone’s day and remind our elderly community members that they are seen, valued and cared for.
Academic Reports Quarter Three
Academic Reports Quarter Three
Foundation Phase (Grade 1 – 3) learners continue to complete both formal and informal assessments throughout the quarter on a regular basis to improve the knowledge, understanding or skills of the learners. They receive the standard report, which reflects codes and a comment from the class teacher.
Parent-Teacher Meetings
If you would like to meet with your child’s class teacher, please arrange a meeting via the Google Calendar link shared by the class teachers.
Appointments are usually 15 mins in length. We greatly value our parents’ and teachers’ time and urge parents to be on time in order to ensure that other parents are not kept waiting. Please contact your child’s class teacher directly should you be unavailable to meet on the specific days and times scheduled.
Summer Co-Curricular Time Table (Quarter 4)
Summer Co-Curricular Time Table (Quarter 4)
Extra Mural Timetable Q4 BLOG.pdfQUARTER 4 Co-Curricular sign-ups
If you have missed the sign up for Quarter 4 co-curriculars, please email Coach Jared jmargetts@parklands.co.za for any Sport queries and Mrs Buckle rbuckle@parklands.co.za for any Culture queries.
SPORT
SPORT
FROM THE SPORTS DESK
Junior Prep Sports Update – Quarter 3, Week 7
Junior Prep Sports Update – Quarter 3, Week 7
Friday Night Lights is Here!
Friday Night Lights is Here!
Tonight we make history – Friday Night Lights arrives at Parklands College Secondary Faculty! Starting at 18h00, it promises to be a night to remember under the lights of our astroturf. We are thrilled to welcome over 100 learners, along with visitors from CBC St. John’s and the Milnerton Hockey Club.
This is a first for Parklands College Junior Prep, and we couldn’t be more excited! The evening will be filled with hockey action, food stalls, refreshments, and an unbeatable vibe. We look forward to seeing our learners, families, and community come together for what is sure to be an unforgettable event. Don’t forget to check the programme and map included further down in the blog.
Another First at Parklands Preparatory!
Another First at Parklands Preparatory!
Our U8 Rugby stars made history this week by playing their first-ever rugby match - what an incredible milestone! The boys showed confidence, teamwork, and energy – we are so proud of you!
In addition, our Netball and Rugby players gave it their all this week, showing great effort and sportsmanship in every game. These experiences are building on the foundation of what will be a bright future for sport in the Preparatory.
What’s Coming Up
What’s Coming Up
Next week we go again! We have a full stack of Netball, Rugby and Hockey all on offer. Pop down and show your support!
Upcoming Events:
Upcoming Events:
North vs South – 20 September @ Golden Grove Primary
Mark your calendars! A highlight of the season where our Rugby, Netball, and Chess stars will represent Parklands Prep. We need all your support in Blue and White for this exciting event.JP on the Run – 23 September
Our last big Junior Prep event of the quarter! This fun-filled run will see learners earning extra House Points for their teams. Please wear PE kit with your Parklands College house top, if you have one.
Junior Prep Week that was
Junior Prep Week that was
Rugby vs Blouberg Ridge
Rugby vs Blouberg Ridge
Our U8 Rugby boys made history by playing their first ever competitive match – and what a game it was! They showed courage and determination, drawing 3–3 in an absolute thriller. Player of the Match: All the boys – a true team effort!
Our U9 Rugby team faced a tough encounter, going down 5–1, but showed heart and resilience throughout. Player of the Match: Hudson.
"The boys played with great spirit and determination, putting up a strong fight." - Mrs A. Martch.
Netball vs Rising Stars
Netball vs Rising Stars
Our U9 Netball girls stepped up against Rising Stars, going down 0–2 but showing great spirit. Player of the Match: Buhle, for her outstanding intercepts and defensive play.
Hockey vs Jan Van Riebeek
Hockey vs Jan Van Riebeek
U8A Girls – Lost 1–0. Players of the Match: Layla & Umi.
U8B Girls – Lost 0–3. Player of the Match: Ashlyn.
U8B Boys – Lost 4–0. Player of the Match: Ndalo.
U8A Boys – Lost 4–0. Player of the Match: Rouna.
U9A Girls – Lost 0–8. Player of the Match: Lima.
U9B Girls – Won 1–0 with a determined team effort. Player of the Match: Lunathi.
U9A Boys – Lost 4–0. Player of the Match: Luke.
U9B Boys – Lost 4–0. Player of the Match: Renier.
TVPS Mini Netball Festival
TVPS Mini Netball Festival
Last Friday, our U8 and U9 Netball girls proudly represented Parklands Prep at the TVPS Mini Netball Festival, competing against strong schools like Table View, Jan van Riebeeck, and Curro Durbanville.
The U9s were unbeaten, showing grit and consistency across all their matches.
The U8s held off TVPS with courage and flair, showing just how quickly they are developing as a team.
Both groups flew the Parklands flag high, and we are incredibly proud of their teamwork and determination!
U8 Parklands Girls
U9 Parklands Girls
Friday 5th September '25
BOK FRIDAY
Let's get behind the Boks as they head down under to play our fierce rivals New Zealand at Eden Park by wearing our Green and Gold to school!
For their safety, learners are required to wear a gum guard and shin pads for hockey, and a gum guard for rugby. They may NOT PARTICIPATE in practices or games without this.
If your little one has excelled in a sport outside of school, we would love to celebrate their achievements. Please use the link below to fill in the external achievements form to make us aware of their shining moment.
➡️ EXTERNAL ACHIEVEMENTS ⬅️
Learner Achievements
Sport Quick Links
IMPORTANT DATES AND EVENTS
IMPORTANT DATES AND EVENTS
Winter Quarter
Monday 1 September:
First Day of Spring
Wednesday 3 September:
Happy Birthday Sharon Louw
Friday 5 September
Bok Friday - dress in green and gold!
Tuesday 9 September
JP Music Recital
Friday 12 September:
Funky Socks Day
Saturday 13 September:
Roald Dahl Day
Open Day
Monday 15 September:
International Dot Day
Tuesday 16 September:
Happy Birthday Sam Naidoo
Thursday 18 September:
Reports Released
Report Feedback Meetings
Friday 19 September:
Happy Birthday Amy Dean
Grade 1P and 1A Cake Sale
Saturday 20 September:
Happy Birthday Efraim Cupido
Tuesday 23 September:
Last day of the quarter
Wednesday 24 September:
Public Holiday-Heritage Day
Wednesday 1 October:
Happy Birthday Cindy Mey
Thursday 2 October:
Rosh Hashanah
Saturday 4 October:
Happy Birthday Cara de Aguiar
Sunday 5 October:
World Teachers' Day
Happy Birthday Tammy Labuschagne
Tuesday 7 October:
Happy Birthday Roché Buckle
Thursday 9 October:
Happy Birthday Licia Hammond
Spring Quarter
Tuesday 14 October: Learners Return
Wednesday 15 October: Grade 1s sing at our Matric Valedictory: Consent: Gr 1s singing at Valedictory
Friday 17 October: Grade 1R & 1K Cake sale
Saturday 18 October:
Happy Birthday Siobhan Duke
Monday, 20 October: Diwali
Monday 27 October: Happy Birthday Nadine Marais-Swart
Friday 31 October:
Grade 3 Outing to Babylonstoren: Consent: Gr 3 Outing to Babylonstoren
Thursday 27 November: JP Growing Minds Celebration
Friday 28 November: Grade 1 Giraffe House Outing: Consent: Gr 1 Outing to Giraffe House
Tuesday 2 December: Happy Birthday Candice Holder
Friday 5 December: Last day of the quarter
Sunday 14 December: Happy Birthday Emma Oxley-Simpson and Carmen Thyssen
Wednesday 24 December: Happy Birthday Caressa Manickum
Dates for 2025
Summer Quarter: 20 January - 28 March
Autumn Quarter: 08 April - 25 June
*Mid-term break: 29 April - 2 May
Winter Quarter: 22 July - 23 September
Spring Quarter: 14 October - 05 December
2026 dates (subject to change)
2026 dates (subject to change)
Summer Quarter: 20 January - 26 March
Autumn Quarter: 8 April - 25 June
Winter Quarter: 22 July - 23 September
Spring Quarter: 14 October - 4 December
QUICK LINKS
QUICK LINKS
PARENT & LEARNER DIRECTORY
PARENT & LEARNER DIRECTORY
Please read through the Parent and Learner Directory, which includes important information about Parklands College and the Junior Preparatory learners.
Information Directory
Information Directory
2025 Junior Preparatory P&L Information Directory.docx.pdf How to update the Edana app
with emergency contact details:
How to update the Edana app
with emergency contact details:
PARENT BUSINESS DIRECTORY
PARENT BUSINESS DIRECTORY
College parents are able to list their businesses in our Parent Business Directory for free – www.parklands.co.za/parent-business-directory/.
Should you be interested in marketing your business to over 1000 families, email: marketing@parklands.co.za to get started.
All listings will be subject to the College’s final approval.
This week's feature business is...
Cake sales
Classes will all have an opportunity to host a cake sale and there is much excitement as the children eagerly look forward to this treat. Cake sale money is used to support various outreach projects.
We request that items such as cupcakes, popcorn, crisps, muffins, etc. are sent in by the classes that are hosting the cake sale. Please ensure that items donated for cake sales do not contain nuts. We love healthy goodies, especially popcorn!
Parents are welcome to send the year's money in advance to be kept safely locked away (i.e. 6 cake sales x R10=R60.00) or send in R10 on cake sale days.
If you are able to assist at your class cake sale from 09h40, please notify your child’s class teacher.
Friday 19 September: Grade 1P & 1A Cake Sale
Friday 17 October: Grade 1R & 1K Cake Sale (Please note this change)
CONCLUDING COMMENTS
CONCLUDING COMMENTS
We wish Mrs Louw a very happy birthday on Wednesday, 3 September - may it be the most special day! 🎉
A reminder that learners are invited to dress up in their brightest, happiest Spring colours on Monday!🌞🌷.
We wish everyone a fantastic weekend.
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