Junior Preparatory Weekly Memo
30 October 2026
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Dear Parents,
We have had a wonderful, sunny week with musical delights, sweet treats and important reminders on responsible use of our iPads. Please remember that our outreach collection for Santa's Shoebox is closing next week Thursday, the 5th of November.
CAKE SALE
CAKE SALE
Wow! Our last Cake Sale of the year was a hit and we raised R2200. Thank you to all the families that brought tasty goodies and supported us.
OUTREACH
A big thank you to all our wonderful families who have already donated items towards our Santa Shoebox outreach project! 💚 Your generosity and kindness will help make the festive season extra special for children in need.
A friendly reminder that completed Santa Shoeboxes are due on Tuesday, 3 November 2026. 🎄
Thank you for helping us spread a little joy, love and Christmas magic. Every contribution makes a difference! 🎁✨
MUSIC
MUSIC
Yesterday we hosted our annual Morning Melodies event. Each learner walked off the stage as proud as can be.
Skye piano.MOV
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP REMINDERS
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP REMINDERS
We started the week off with some important reminders for all our learners to help keep them safe when using their iPads. The reminders were:
make sure a parent or trusted adult is always around when you are on your iPad
there are adults around to help you when you feel uncomfortable or have seen something inappropriate
only touch your own iPad
ask permission to take a photo
remove headphones when a teacher is talking to you and when you are walking to venues
Our learners entertained us with a few interpretations but it was made clear that these reminders are valid throughout childhood to help them make good choices and decisions.
ROBOTICS NEWS
ROBOTICS NEWS
Our JP Robotics Teachers Step Up at FLL Regionals
Our JP Robotics Teachers Step Up at FLL Regionals
When the College hosted the FIRST LEGO League Regional Championship last week, two of our newest JP Robotics teachers jumped straight in. Jennifer McGee judged the FLL Explore teams, and Philisiwe Nxumalo refereed the robot games.
Neither of them had done this before, and both took on the challenge with enthusiasm. Thank you, Jennifer and Philisiwe, for giving your time and supporting young innovators from across the region!
STICKABLES SWAP DAY
STICKABLES SWAP DAY
Parkie parents, we have heard the desperate call of all our little collectors: Stickable Books and Posters need completing!
Learners can bring in their extra Stickables, bring along the book and/or poster and we will host a Stickable Swap Day on Monday at first break.
Co-curricular Time Table Quarter 4
Co-curricular Time Table Quarter 4
Summer Co curricular Time Table Q4 2026 BLOG.pdfPlease note that Co-curriculars have started from the first day of the new quarter.
Please note that our learners are wearing their summer school uniform this quarter.
LIBRARY NEWS
LIBRARY NEWS
JULIA DONALDSON MAGIC
Fans of Julia Donaldson have had a special treat this year with the arrival of two new books. The delightful Granny Gruffalo arrived recently, illustrated by Axel Scheffler, the original illustrator of the Gruffalo family. Then we also received The Magic Feather, a magical story featuring birds, with gorgeous, delicate illustrations by the talented Catherine Rayner, and an important message of looking after nature.
BOOK CLUB FUN
The Book Club spent time in the world of Timmy Failure, a small detective with a big imagination and an imaginary partner called Total, a polar bear. They had fun with the iconic book covers, and learnt some handy iPad skills, taking photos and becoming the character on the cover.
BIRTHDAY BOOKS
Kiaav treated the library patrons to a marvellous book by National Geographic about the world and its wonders, which could keep you browsing for hours. Thank you so much, Kiaav!
IMPORTANT DATES AND EVENTS
IMPORTANT DATES AND EVENTS
2026 Dates
Summer Quarter: 20 Jan - 26 March
Autumn Quarter: 8 April - 24 June
Winter Quarter: 22 July - 23 September
Spring Quarter: 14 October - 4 December
Public Holiday
Wednesday 4 November: National Elections
2027 Provisional Dates
Summer Quarter: 19 January - 17 March
Autumn Quarter: 7 April - 23 June
Winter Quarter: 21 July - 22 September
Spring Quarter: 6 October - 3 December
Q4 Spring DatesV3.pdfSpring Quarter Dates have been updated: Grade 2 SA Dress-up Day: Tuesday 24 November
We are looking forward to our Growing Minds Celebration.
We invite all parents to attend our Growing Minds Celebration - a special occasion where every learner will receive a certificate recognising their hard work and progress throughout the year. We anticipate this celebration will last just over one hour.
Learners may go home with their parents after the celebration, should they wish.
SPORT
SPORT
Summer Sport Is Off to a Flying Start!
Summer Sport Is Off to a Flying Start!
What an awesome start we’ve had to our Summer Season! Our Junior Prep learners are back in action, and it’s fantastic to see everyone getting stuck into their sport and embracing the new quarter.
Cricket and Softball continue next week, while we head back into the pool for Physical Education. Please remember to pack your swimming costumes so that our learners are ready to go!
U9 Gala Swimmers – You Were Incredible!
U9 Gala Swimmers – You Were Incredible!
A huge congratulations to all our U9 gala swimmers who represented Parklands at the Interschools Gala. You were absolutely incredible! We’re so proud of the effort, courage and determination you showed in the pool. Well done, swimmers! 💙
Match Results
Match Results
Softball
U9 girls played Blouberg Ridge in the first match of the season. The second half sealed the deal to very loud cheers. Won 18 - 10.
Players of the match: Lillabet and Layla
Cricket
🏏U8 had their first and exciting match against Sunningdale Primary; we are so proud of them all for giving their best!
Lost by 24 runs.
🏏U9B played Sunningdale Primary and it was a tight game.
Lost by 12 runs. Player of the match: Nikani
🏏U9A also battled it out against Sunningdale Primary and gave it their all.
Lost by 23 runs. Player of the match: Micah
U8 Cricketers
U8 Cricketers
U9 Cricketers
U9 Cricketers
Save the Date: Annual Mini Cricket Festival!
Save the Date: Annual Mini Cricket Festival!
Now we turn our attention to one of the highlights of our Summer Season - the annual Mini Cricket Festival on Saturday, 7 November! We’re gearing up for a fantastic morning of cricket, fun and Parklands spirit. Our Parklands U8 & U9 Mini Cricket Festival takes place next Saturday at the Secondary Faculty.
Emails have been sent to the parents and guardians of the learners involved.
We’d love to see our families come out and support the players. Join us at the Secondary Campus from 08h30 and help create a festive atmosphere for all our young cricketers!
Bring your cheers, bring your Parkie pride and get ready for a brilliant morning on the cricket field. A coffee and food truck will be available.
➡️ EXTERNAL ACHIEVEMENTS ⬅️
If your little one has excelled in a sport outside of school, we would love to celebrate their achievements. Please use the link above to fill in the external achievements form to make us aware of their shining moment.
EXTERNAL ACHIEVEMENTS
EXTERNAL ACHIEVEMENTS
We are delighted to share that Zama participated in the Goju Kai Western Province Championships held on 24 October 2026, competing in both kata and kumite in the Under 7 division.
She achieved an excellent result, earning silver medals in both kata and kumite. Well done Zama, we are very proud of you!
Rhyker and Lhaali successfully auditioned with Cape Town City Ballet for the Nutcracker cast. They will be performing in December. Congratulations! We look forward to seeing you on stage.
At the end of Term 3, Galina participated in the Abagility Maths Club Regional Championship, competing in the Level 1 division. The competition consisted of four exam papers, testing her skills in both Japanese Soroban (abacus) and mental maths, with a strong focus on accuracy and working under time pressure.
Galina was awarded a Gold Medal in Level 1! We are incredibly proud of her achievement.
LOOKING AHEAD: 2027
Device Requirements
Please click on the link below to view the device requirements for next year.
Textbooks (Caxton Books)
Caxton Letter (2027) (This has a coupon code for a discount)
Grade 3
Grade 4
Gr 4 Caxton List (2027)
Stationery Requirements
Books DO NOT need to be covered as the children will make the covers in class and the teachers will cover the books with the slip-on plastic covers. Please ensure your child has a combination lock, an old T-shirt to use for Art and a set of headphones compatible with their iPad.
Gr 1 Waltons Stationery List (2027)
Grade 2
Gr 2 Waltons Stationery List (2027)
Grade 3
Gr 3 Waltons Stationery List (2027)
Grade 4
Gr 4 Waltons Stationery List (2027) (this has been updated)
QUICK LINKS
QUICK LINKS
Woolworths has recently introduced its new MyDifference loyalty programme, replacing the previous MySchool system.
To continue supporting Parklands College & Christopher Robin Pre-Primary through your Woolworths shopping, please follow the steps below before 31 October to select us as your beneficiary in the Woolworths app.
Thank you for your continued support and for helping us make a difference.
Download or update the Woolworths App on iOS (Apple App Store) or Android (Google Play Store).
Log in or register for a Woolworths account and activate your MyDifference profile.
Tap the "Loyalty" tab located at the bottom menu of the app.
Select "Causes" or "My Causes" to manage your chosen beneficiaries.
Choose "Choose My Own" and search for your specific school by name.
Select your school from the search results and choose Parklands College as your active cause.
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...
CONCLUDING COMMENTS
CONCLUDING COMMENTS
Please remember that next week on the 4th of November the school will be closed for local government elections.
We look forward to our Parklands Mini Cricket Festival next Saturday the 7th of November, held at our Secondary Faculty.
Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend!
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