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July 2022
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July 2022
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Mandela Day
July 2022
Mandela Day was a wonderful experience for our students this year and especially for their families. We served tea and cake and the children had the opportunity to sing for their grandparents. Everybody including all of us at Little Lamb’s had a very special day.
New Fences
July 2022
This July we were thrilled to finally put up new fences. These kinds of developments are always exciting for us as maintenance is imperative in our school where we care for and educate 300 little students.
House of Birds
July 2022
We had a field trip day!
We took our little ones to the House of Birds in Hout Bay and it was such a blast. The kids were extremely excited and had a great time looking at and learning about all the different birds and wildlife. It was a wonderful and valuable experience for all of us.
New Mattresses
June 2022
We are so happy to share that recently we received new mattresses for winter for all our little ones' nap times needed during the day. This is an enormous help to us and we are very grateful to be able to provide comfortable and safe sleeping facilities for our students.
New Windows!
June 2022
We are so excited to share with you that we have new windows!
Maintenence is so important when it comes to keeping our school a safe and secure space to be for not only our students but our teachers and school staff too.
Why is playtime so important?
May 2022
We came across a lovely reminder from Healthline recently when discussing the benefits of playtime.
“Play promotes healthy development and critical thinking skills. It reinforces memory, helps children understand cause and effect, and, according to Mendez, helps children explore the world — and their role in it. Young children learn how things fit together through play.”
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April 2022
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“Stick to Basics” WC Hockey Team
April 2022
We were so happy to find out that one of the Western Province hockey teams nominated Little Lambs as their charity of choice in a fundraiser for South African NGOs and Institutions. This was part of an initiative called "Stick to Basics" undertaken by the Western Province Masters Hockey Association. We are very grateful and thankful to them for thinking of us. They made a wonderful video about it, which you can view below.
YesPlay came to visit!
April 2022
YesPlay recently visited our school to give us a donation that we were very thankful for. They spent the day at the school playing games and engaging with the students. It was a great experience for all of us.
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April 2022
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New interns to our family!
March 2022
We are thrilled to announce that new interns have joined our Little Lambs family for the year. It is part of a new concept funded by Investec, where matriculants from the community spend a year with Little Lambs to get practical ECD experience.
Here are some of our interns from this past week, they are from ORT SA Cape and from left to right their names are Sisipho, Miranda and Babalwa
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The Learning Initiative
March 2022
We recently shared news about our collaboration with The Learning Initiative’s project, the ‘B4G Programme’. It has quickly become an incredibly valuable asset to our school and our learners.
“B4G programme which was developed to provide additional stimulation to Learners who show, through our screening tool, a delay in their development. B4G provides the identified children with the opportunity to work with a therapist and facilitator in a group environment at the creche. "The aim is to promote the development of the children's physical, cognitive, social-emotional, language, and emerging numerical skills to the developmental age norm.”
Human Rights Day
March 2022
We just wanted to wish everyone a wonderful Human Rights Day.
“Joy is found when you focus your energy on improving human dignity, human capacity and human values.”
– Amit Ray
Carpets!
March 2022
We have new carpets and we are so happy and we know our students are going to be even happier.
It is thanks to every single donation that we are able to keep our school going and have wonderful surprises like this that contribute a great deal to our little learners' classrooms.
‘Buy a Child Lunch"‘ Campaign
February 2022
This month, we launched a short campaign on Instagram called 'Buy a Child Lunch’. This was thanks to the sponsorship of a wonderful donor. With every share and follow of our Instagram account a child’s lunch would be sponsored. This not only increased our online community but also raised with over 30 free lunches.
Inspection by WCED
February 2022
We are so pleased to share some news with you. This month three inspectors from the Western Cape Education Department came to inspect the school and they congratulated us on the fantastic performance of our outstanding principal Mrs Daniels. They continued to compliment us by saying we have proved to be a showcase project, a model school and positively unique in the way the school functions and is managed. Two of the inspectors spent the morning in the classrooms checking in on the teachers, monitoring their teaching techniques, their preparation and their filing systems. This was done whilst the third inspector sat with principal Mrs Geraldine Daniels in her office to go through her work. They were so pleased and 100% satisfied with their findings from what they had seen and experienced on an ordinary day at Little Lambs. We couldn’t be happier and proud of our wonderful school.
We have a new wendy house!
February 2022
In our newsletter earlier this month we shared some of our news and updates and one of the topics we discusses was how excited we are that a wendy house is currently being erected for the children attending our Learning Initiative program. As this program moves into the second year of operation we are anticipating a general upliftment in the education of our students. We will keep you updated on the progress of this project.
ORTSA Internship Programme
February 2022
This year Little Lambs is anticipating the commencement of the ORTSA internship program, and we have interviewed some very promising candidates for this teacher training program. More information to come soon. You can also join our newsletter below to keep up to date with us.
Happy New Year!
January 2022
We hope everyone has had a wonderful start to the new year! We are so excited for all of our students and teachers to be together again and to kick off 2022 with an educational and fun-filled attitude. We would like to continue to thank all those who have donated to Little Lambs this season, we are always very grateful as it is the only way to keep our school functioning.
Merry Christmas
December 2021
It’s Christmas time! A time of year of giving to those you love and sometimes to others too and if you feel like gifting our little school we would be overjoyed as donations are how we are able to maintain our educational and food programmes for all 300 of our students here in Imizamo Yethu.
We also believe in every little bit counts and so if you would like to Give a Gift, you can click the donate button below.
We have Instagram!
November 2021
We have a new Instagram account and we would love it if you could follow us. It’s a great way to get weekly insights and updates from our school and students. You can head over to our Instagram profile by clicking the button below to learn more.
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November 2021
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National Lottery Commission Grant
September 2021
As trustees of SEEDS TRUST, the parent body of Little Lambs Christian Daycare and Educare, we approached the National Lottery Commission to assist us in meeting the ever-increasing costs of operating the 300 pupil school in Imizamo Yethu, Houtbay.
This Early Childhood Development (ECD) centre has been operating for over 20 years, caring for and educating the children of the community.
Little Lambs Letter of Support
September 2021
If you have a moment, it would mean a lot to us if you could read our letter of support to:
1. Employers of parents/caregivers of children attending Little Lambs Christian Daycare and Educare in Imizamo Yethu, Houtbay,
2. Parents/caregivers of Little Lambs children,
3. Friends of Little Lambs
As we discuss how it is becoming extremely challenging for the SEEDS TRUST to secure the necessary donations to support the school operating costs.
Heritage Day
September 2021
Heritage Day at Little Lambs showed South Africa as a Rainbow Nation. Our children dressed up in different traditional styles and presented these proudly to their classmates and teachers. The highlight of the day was definitely the gift bag filled with sweets and chocolates.
Back to Level 4
June 2021
Our President, Mr Ramaphosa, moved South Africa back to Level 4 Lockdown. The school will close on Friday BUT Little Lambs will remain open even during school holidays to assist all parents. Please make sure your child attends Little Lambs and is safe and cared for from 8 am to 4.30 pm.
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“The Living Learning”
June 2021
We are delighted to announce that since the beginning of this year ''The Living Learning'' Team is working at Little Lambs. All 4-5 year old children of the ''Brown and Blue'' classes, as well as the Grade R's of ''White and Green'' classes, were screened on their development, hearing and vision. A therapist and facilitator work with the children twice a week, at Little Lambs, throughout the year in a fun, interactive group sessions. The programme has three target areas namely the children, teachers and parents and aims to better prepare children for formal schooling. We will update you regularly on progress being made.
Update of Little Lambs
Christian Educare
May 2021
Nobody knew exactly what effects and consequences to expect the covid-19 situation to have on all EDC Centres. Now we know – and are relieved to report the ‘great wave of the Covid-19 contagion’ did not happen and so, many parents are once again entrusting their children to our care. However, due to Covid-19, the number of children registered has fallen from 300 to 260 children.
This term we hope to sponsor the training of two teachers.
The New School Year has Started
February 2021
We are very relieved to report that the number of Covid-19 cases in Cape Town is decreasing and that schools, as well as the last Daycare centres, are finally permitted to reopen.
Little Lambs has, to date, 250 children returned. During their weekly school days, they enjoy two healthy meals with fruits and vegetables which is vital for their growth and well-being.
The planning for the new Afterschool Care Centre is progressing – but slowly. Once again, great patience is necessary.
Report of Kinderhilfe-Kapstadt
December 2020
For a long time, we did not have the necessary funds to even start planning a new afterschool care centre. Then, out of the blue and thanks to the efforts of Marlis Schaper, we received a significant donation from which the fees for an architect could be paid. Initial contacts have been made with Public Works and various permits have already been applied for. It will be exciting and we are full of confidence that our Little Lambs children will soon be cared for in the afternoons at our own Afterschool Care Centre.
Reopening of the ECD Centers
October 2020
The much-anticipated Spring in South Africa is finally here! We can hardly believe our good fortune because the dams around Cape Town are 98% full overall and, at the same time, South Africa is now on level 1 of Covid 19 lockdown. Hooray!!
On the first day after the lockdown was lifted, more than half of the 300 children at Little Lambs in Hout Bay returned.
Release to Level 2
August 2020
All of South Africa eagerly awaited the address by the President, Cyril Ramaphosa. Then finally came the ‘release’ from ‘lockdown’ Level 3 to Level 2. A huge sigh of relief went through the country!
The economy can start to be stimulated again: the opening times of the restaurants are extended; domestic tourism is revived; fitness centres can re-open…
Mandela’s Birthday During
Covid-19
July 2020
On the 18th of July 2020, South Africa celebrated Nelson Mandela’s birthday. Usually, this is a joyful and happy event that South Africans always celebrate with great fervour. This event unites the population; moves people closer together and, for 66 minutes, dedicate themselves to the well-being of their fellow South Africans or the environment.
Still Covid-19 Restrictions
June 2020
Covid-19 has us still under control! Some easing of restrictions was introduced from 1st June.
In the townships, many people work without a fixed contract/income; they exist hand-to-mouth. These people have had no income since 27 March 2020 (the first day of the lockdown).
This is where we help.
57 Days of Lockdown
May 2020
Even after 57 days of lockdown, only a few easing measures are anticipated. The serious financial consequences for the economy are being discussed in the news while more and more children and poor people suffer from malnutrition and other signs of deficiency. In these extra-ordinary and difficult times, we see ourselves forced to not only support the 6 projects of the Kinderhilfe Kapstadt but also to consider requests from 3 other organisations to help relieve their pressing financial distress.
Food Donation to Imizamo Yethu
April 2020
What an amazing response to our donation campaign! It is with heartfelt gratitude that we thank you for your most generous contributions – which enabled us to plan and distribute the food parcels efficiently and timeously.
The 300 food parcels of 18 kg each were packed by YeboFresh and transported to Little Lambs by HomeHeroes – both well-known local Hout Bay companies.
Covid 19 Support
March 2020
On 18 March 2020, all schools and ECD centres were closed. One week later a complete 21-day ‘lockdown’ was enforced. This means that all citizens must stay at home. These stringent measures are aimed at preventing the spread of the virus. At this time, the terrible inequality which exists in our society is brought to strong light!
Graduation
Dec 2019
Graduation for 45 Little Lambs children