FOUNDATION PHASE

"OUR VISION"

The Foundation Phase at Lynnwood Ridge Primary School is committed to an education system that;

• Provides opportunities for all children in all spheres of education,

• Caters for the unique needs of every individual,

• Ensures quality education to equip our learners to become valued members of their communities,

• Encourages learners to become critical, divergent thinkers who have the opportunity to express their opinion,

• Provides education to the learners in the phase, regardless of their race, religion, language or gender,

• Recognizes the needs of the community, learners, parents, and teachers and strives towards the physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual well being of each group based on their needs.

We believe in accountability to all stakeholders including learners, educators and parents and accountability by all stakeholders at our school and in our society.

What is the

Foundation Phase? 

The Foundation Phase includes learners in grades i, ii and iii. At Lynnwood Ridge there are six grade i and ii classes and five grade iii classes. During these crucial three years the teachers strive to put in place and solidify the foundations of learning.

The Curriculum

In the Foundation Phase, the eight learning areas (Languages, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Technology, Arts and Culture, Economic and Management Sciences and Life Orientation) are incorporated into three learning programmes (Numeracy, Literacy and Life Skills) which are linked in the curriculum. Thus, the principle of of integrated learning is applied. This system provides opportunities for learners to attain skills and acquire knowledge and develop attitudes and values across the curriculum. The learning programmes contain the work schedules and lesson plans which have been developed according to the educational, social, emotional and physical needs of the learners at Lynnwood Ridge Primary.

Outdoor learning is fun!

 The Child

At Lynnwood Ridge we strive to develop each and every child's potential. Cultural and sporting activities are encouraged and the children become environmentally aware by participating in our school's recycling programme.

We CARE about our environment

The Parent

The school is a central part of the community it serves. At Lynnwood Ridge we encourage parents to be involved in the school community. Parents, who attend sporting and social functions, become familiar with our system of education, reap the rewards, as their children become secure and confident in the knowledge that they are loved and supported.

The Teacher

Our Teachers are competent, organised and caring. The eclectic mix of staff enhances the dynamics of the teaching situation. Teachers from each grade plan and brainstorm together to provide stimulating and appealing lessons. This pooling of intellectual resources ensures optimal learning opportunities across any grade level. Learners are led towards self-fulfilment by encouraging them to become creative, divergent thinkers who are confident, well adjusted and have a sense of purpose, compassion and self respect.

Our Lynnwood Ridge Family

Mrs. Forrest,

Head of Department Foundation Phase, can be contacted through the school office. 

as of 1 March 2010