RIJK TULBAGH PRIVATE SCHOOL / PRIVAATSKOOL
The Directors, Teachers, Pupils and Parents bid you a warm welcome to Rijk Tulbagh Private School's webpage!
Everyone involved with our school is important to us and we view the school as an extension to our homes. We will ensure that the school years will be remembered with pride by both parents and pupils and are confident that our school will grow from strength to strength.
History
Since January 2004 certain individuals investigated the possibility of starting a private school in Tulbagh as the size of classes in government schools were growing too large for quality education on an individual level. The latest teaching methods place new challenges on the community and the need for alternative education.
On 19 January 2005 the school will open its doors for the first time with 53 pupils and 5 teachers. There are currently 70 children enrolled
Mission & Vision
The privilege of parenthood brings with it the responsibility of planning for the future of our children. Difficult decisions must often be made, with the only guideline being the fact that whatever choices we make our children deserve only the best. At home we ensure that the values we instil will equip them for the future. It is, however, the time they spend with others - educators and friends - that concern us most, for they are beyond our control.
This is why the choice of a place of learning is possibly the most important decision any parent could make, as this decision will ultimately affect a learner's opportunity to succeed in life.
At Rijk Tulbagh Private School we offer complete peace of mind, not only preparing the child academically, but also emotionally, by promoting positive feelings of worth, in preparation for life's challenges.
We appreciate the time you are taking to investigate what we have to offer and hope that our Prospectus will prove informative and provide answers to the many questions you may have regarding our educational policy.
You are welcome to re-visit us at any time, should you require personal attention.
We hope that we will be able to share, with you, our vision for “life long learning” and our programme of academic excellence.
General Aim
A good disposition will be highly reputable.
Respect, punctuality, loyalty, perseverance and courteousness will be maintained.
The school will be run as a dual-medium (Afrikaans and English) school.
Aims
Academic, cultural and physical preparedness
Quality education with a wider cover of the curriculum
Low-numbered classes (maximum of 20 per class)
Modern technological impact
Non-discrimination of race and creed
Mission
This school commits itself to:
Affordable quality education through which pupils will be given individual tuition
Enabling its pupils to become mature citizens with good self-esteem, and creating a happy, secure and safe environment.
School Rules
The directors and the teachers will draw up a code of conduct. The emphasis will be on respect and discipline whilst ensuring the development of individuality.
School Uniform
Winter:
School Track Suit with Golf Shirt and takkies. Blue Raincoat.
Summer:
Girls
Navy “Scooter Skirt” and Turquoise Golf Shirt
Boys
Navy Short and Turquoise Golf Shirt.
Pupils are to wear school uniform during school hours.
Entrance Requirements
All children who are within the acceptable age group for his/her grade and either English or Afrikaans literate, will be accepted in the school
The pupils transfer forms as well as his/her last report must be handed in to the school.
Pupils' parents must meet their financial commitments, as stipulated below. Non-compliance could result in pupils being refused entrance to the school.
Pupils and their parents must obey the school rules as laid down by the Directors and teachers.
Respect of the Creator, self and other people are the basis of our school rules.
School Fees
Entrance Fee: R 1 500.00 per family (a once off payment) payable on or before
30 November 2004, thereafter it will be R 1 500.00 per child - non- refundable.
School Fees: 1st child - R 600.00
2nd child - R 500.00
3 rd child - R 400.00
These fees are payable monthly on the seventh (7th) day of every month for twelve (12) months.
Debit orders are recommended. Details are available from the Directors.
General
This school has four terms, which will run according to the prescribed date by the Department.
School Hours
1st and 4th terms:
Grade R: 08:00 - 12:00
Grade 1 - 2: 07:15 - 12:00
Grade 3 - 7 07:15 - 13:15
2nd and 3 rd terms:
Grade R; 08:30 - 12:30
Grade 1 - 2: 07:45 - 12:30
Grade 3 - 7: 07:45 - 13:45
Once again we would like to confirm that education will be based on knowledge, understanding, expertise, attitudes and values. We are confident that on the basis of our methods we will be laying the foundation for our pupils to enter the mainstream with an abundance of self-confidence and an education to hold them in good stead for the rest of their lives.
Academic
Revised National Curriculum will be followed, which is the Curriculum that all South African schools are required to follow. The Outcomes Based Education learning areas, as stipulated below, will be taught from Grade R to Grade 7.
Languages (Afrikaans and English)
Mathematics
Social Sciences (History and Geography)
Natural Sciences
Technology
Arts and Culture (Music, Art and Drama)
Economic Management Sciences
Life Orientation
Pupils outside of the Christian faith will be excused from Bible lessons on the consent of the parents.
Tests and Examinations: Grade 4 to 7
During the first and third terms a test series will be written. During the second and fourth terms formal examinations will be written. The marks will be given both in the current format (1 - 4) and the old system (%).
By doing this we will equip our pupils with the necessary skills to complete examinations with as little stress as possible. The “Future Entrepreneurs” curriculum will be followed. This is an outstanding, high quality product, systematically laid out covering all learning areas. The teachers will have more time for each individual pupil (especially in the combined classes) considering the fact that all the lessons are “already worked out”.
Sports
Our school is affiliated with USSASA and each child will receive exposure and privileges as he/she would in Departmental Schools.
Summer Sport
Cricket
Athletics
Tennis
Winter Sports
Rugby
Netball
Extramural
Other Extramural Activities
Our pupils also take part in the following:- Ballet, Karate, Horse-riding, Gymnastics, Water-Skiing (in progress), Monkeynastix, Playball, etc. at an additional fee. These activities will be acknowledged by the school.
The following will depend on the parent's involvement:
Hiking Trails,
Camping,
Educational trips e.g. to farms, cellars, etc.
Culture
The following opportunities will be offered for participation:
Concerts,
Eisteddfod,
Art - additional costs,
Music - additional costs,
General Knowledge.
Events
“Wine Auction” held on the 20th May 2005 at Theuniskraal Wine Estate -
Tickets R100.00 pp - Contact Lisa at 082 4100 854 -This is a big Fundraiser for the School and very well attended.
There are events planned for later on in the year - visit this website again for updates.
Photo Gallery
Contact Details:
P.O. Box 377
Tulbagh
6820
42 Church Street
Tulbagh
6820
Tel/Fax: 023 - 2302 807
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