Foundation Phase · Grades R–3
A confident beginning.
A place to belong.
A caring introduction to school, where stories, play and purposeful learning help your child build confidence, early skills and positive habits.
Approximately 15–25 learners per class · Christian values
What matters at this stage
A secure start to learning.
Feel known and included
Warm relationships and clear routines help young learners feel part of the classroom and ready to participate.
Build the foundations
Language, early reading, writing and numeracy develop through stories, practical activities and guided practice.
Grow through doing
Play, movement and creative work give children opportunities to explore, ask questions and learn alongside others.
Learning day by day
Stories, play and early skills.
Guided stories, number work and hands-on activities help learners practise listening, sharing and completing age-appropriate tasks.
Small classes give teachers time to notice where a child needs encouragement and help them take the next step.
CAPS curriculum
Language, numbers and life skills.
View the Grades R–3 subject programme
- English Home Language
- Afrikaans First Additional Language
- Mathematics
- Life Skills
For parents
Questions about this stage.
How do I know whether my child is ready?
Contact our admissions team with your child’s age and the grade you are considering. We can explain the entry requirements and discuss the next steps.
What should we look for during a visit?
Meet the team, see the learning spaces and discuss settling in, classroom routines and your child’s needs. Reception can confirm the school-day and aftercare times before you visit.
Is aftercare available?
Safe, affordable supervised aftercare is an optional service. Ask reception to confirm the current hours, availability and fees for your child’s grade.
Looking ahead
From early skills to greater independence.
The Intermediate Phase builds on these foundations, with broader subjects and increasing independence.
Come and explore Grades R–3.
Speak to our team about your child’s needs and what this stage could look like at EduPlanet.