Senior Preparatory Weekly Memo
31 July 2026
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Dear Parents
We had an incredible start to the quarter on the outreach front, making 1867 sandwiches which were delivered to Ysterplaat Primary last week. It is incredible what we can do when we work together. For the next month we will be collecting new and gently used stationery for children who need these items. Please see the details in this week's memo on what we are collecting.
Derby Day is tomorrow!
We are excited to start a new Prep Derby with Blouberg Ridge. Join us in your blue and white tomorrow from 07:45-11:30. The excitement is building. Please see the full programme in the sport section
Visiting Astronaut
We have the incredible opportunity to meet a renowned former NASA astronaut, educator, geologist, and STEAM advocate Dorothy “Dottie” Metcalf-Lindenburger on Monday evening, 3rd August, at 18:00 at the Secondary Faculty. She is currently busy with a World Space Tour. There is still time to book your ticket on Quicket. We have a special promo code for Parklands learners: Parkchild (R70 per ticket). Don’t miss this incredible opportunity.
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NEWS
NEWS
We had a surprise visitor join us at assembly this week. We welcomed back our 2014 Deputy Head Boy and KFM Presenter Mitch Matyana to share some of his memories of Derby Day at Parklands College. He left us with this very valuable message:
Always be kind. Always show kindness.
Whether you are winning or losing, always show kindness
The assembly ended with Mitch teaching us the war cry that his matric sang at Derby Day in 2014!
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ACADEMICS
ACADEMICS
In the third quarter, the formal assessments in Grade 4 - 6 will not only consist of control tests in certain subjects (which will require studying), they will also take the form of projects to be completed over a period of a few weeks. The projects will be completed entirely at school, under the guidance of the teachers. While we know that many parents are eager to assist, we kindly ask that you allow your child to complete the project independently within the classroom environment.
Project-based learning is highly beneficial for a number of reasons.
It promotes deeper understanding of academic content by allowing learners to explore topics in greater depth.
It encourages critical thinking and problem-solving.
It fosters independence and accountability, helping children take ownership of their own learning.
It develops research, communication and collaboration skills as learners are often required to work together for certain sections of the project.
It builds confidence as learners realise they are capable of creating something meaningful through their own effort.
These projects are more than just an academic requirement, they are designed to encourage deeper understanding, critical thinking and creativity. We look forward to seeing our learners grow into curious, capable and confident individuals in the process.
Please click on the grade assessment calendars to view the description and content to be studied for the control tests under the Academics tab.
For your convenience, please see an overview of the formal assessment dates for each grade below.
Grade 4 Assessment Schedules Q3 2026.pdfGrade 5 Assessment Schedule Q3 2026.pdfGrade 6 Assessment Schedule Q3 2026.pdfGRADE 6 NEWS
GRADE 6 NEWS
🧊 What's Beneath the Surface? Diving into Our Conflict Icebergs!
This week in PSW, our Grade 6 learners took a deep dive into the world of conflict and discovered that there is often much more happening beneath the surface than what we first see. Through engaging discussions and real-life scenarios, they learnt that conflict is a normal part of life and that understanding another person's thoughts, feelings and needs is the first step towards finding positive solutions. We explored how small disagreements can grow into bigger conflicts, the importance of seeing situations from different perspectives, and practical strategies such as active listening, using "I" statements and working towards win-win outcomes. To bring these concepts to life, each learner designed their own Conflict Iceberg, reflecting on the behaviours others might see on the surface and the hidden emotions and needs underneath that influence their reactions. We are incredibly proud of the honesty, empathy and self-awareness our learners demonstrated. Take a look at some of their thoughtful and creative Conflict Icebergs below!
In English 📚✨
This quarter, we have kicked off our exciting journey with our new class novel, Freak the Mighty by Rodman Philbrick. Learners began by creating beautiful and creative cover pages, setting the stage before we dive deeper into the story. 🎨📖 They have already shown great enthusiasm and are eager to discover what happens next as we follow the adventures of Max and Kevin. We can't wait to see the thoughtful discussions, predictions, and connections that will unfold throughout the quarter! 🌟💭
🌟 Halfway There, Dreaming Even Bigger!
🌟 Halfway There, Dreaming Even Bigger!
This week in our Responsible Citizen lesson, our Grade 6 learners took time to pause, reflect and celebrate just how far they have come this year. Through a series of thoughtful reflection activities, they looked back on their achievements, the challenges they have overcome, new skills they have developed, and the people who have supported them along the way. They also considered how they have grown as individuals and what they are most proud of as members of our Grade 6 community. Looking ahead, learners set meaningful personal goals and intentions for the remainder of the year, reminding themselves that growth is a journey and that every small step counts. To finish the lesson, each learner contributed a goal to our Grade 6 Goals for the Rest of the Year class poster. A wonderful reminder that, together, we can continue to learn, grow and make a positive difference every day.
GRADE 5 NEWS
GRADE 5 NEWS
What a jam-packed week it's been! In Maths, we turned flat 2D shapes into towering 3D giants, building and investigating our very own supersized creations.
In English the grade fives became speech detectives, cracking the code between direct and indirect speech, plus getting to grips with abbreviations.
Afrikaans took us on an exciting story adventure, growing our vocabulary along the way. We kicked off our reading logs, which means house points and merits are officially up for grabs!
In isiXhosa, we went on a singular vs. plural scavenger hunt around the school, and gave our tenses a good revision workout.
In Science the grade five learners explored the science of combustion by investigating how the size of a jar and the height of a candle affected how long a flame would burn. They made predictions, observed what happened, and discovered that flames need oxygen to keep burning. This hands-on experiment strengthened their scientific enquiry skills through careful observation, recording results, and drawing conclusions.
We went back in time for History, uncovering the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt and its social structure. In Geography, we became mini meteorologists, learning how to predict the weather and put together a proper weather report.
Well done to Class 5P who were top of the South Africa's Mathletics Hall of Fame this week. Let's keep those Mathematics skills strong!
Happy Birthday Parklands College, from the Grade Fives
Happy Birthday Parklands from Gr 5s.mp4GRADE 4 NEWS
GRADE 4 NEWS
Fraction Fun in Grade 4! 🍕📏
Fraction Fun in Grade 4! 🍕📏
Our Grade 4 learners have been having a fantastic time exploring the exciting world of fractions through hands on, practical activities!
This week, they became "Fraction Detectives" as they sorted fractions from the smallest to the biggest and then challenged themselves by ordering them from the biggest to the smallest. It was wonderful to see them working together, discussing their thinking, and using their fraction knowledge to solve each challenge.
The fun didn't stop there! Our learners also created fraction number lines, carefully placing each fraction in its correct position. This helped them see how fractions relate to one another and understand that every fraction has a special place between whole numbers.
Learning through practical activities makes mathematics meaningful, engaging and memorable. We are so proud of the enthusiasm, teamwork and confidence our Grade 4s have shown as they continue to build strong mathematical foundations.
Grade 4 Robotics
Our Grade 4 learners got to grips with one of coding's most useful ideas this week: the loop. We started by spotting loops in everyday life, brushing teeth, tying shoelaces, the school run each morning, then moved on to loops in music and dance, following a string of dance instructions to feel a loop in action before ever coding one.
That understanding carried straight through to the robots, as learners built loop commands into their programming and coded their robots to repeat a sequence of moves into a full dance routine. Seeing a robot spin, step and repeat on cue, thanks to a loop the learner wrote themselves, never gets old.
Grade 4 Outing on Thursday 6th August
VID - Mitch is Awesome.movMessage to Mitch from Class 4R
CULTURE
CULTURE
MUSIC:
We invite parents of all current individual music learners, as well as those wishing to commence individual lessons in 2026, to please complete the following enrolment form: 2026 SP Music Form
DANCE:
Please read through the
JP/SP Dance 2026 Enrolment Form information and contact Sylvia Stander sstander@parklands.co.za
if you have any queries.
CONGRATULATIONS
CONGRATULATIONS
A huge congratulations to the entire High School team for an unforgettable production of High School Musical 2! The energy on stage was absolutely electric.
Hats off to the 180+ cast and crew members who poured their hearts into making the show such a success. A special note of gratitude goes to Director Mr. Wyngaard and Co-Director Mrs. O'Toole—your passion, creativity, and tireless dedication truly brought the show’s central message to life: "We're All in This Together." What a fantastic inspiration for our Prep community!
SCIENCE CLUB
SCIENCE CLUB
Our Science Club learners explored the exciting world of electricity by building their own circuits, investigating the conditions that make a bulb shine brighter, and learning how to draw accurate circuit diagrams. Through hands-on experimentation, they developed their problem-solving skills and a deeper understanding of how electrical circuits work.
LIBRARY
LIBRARY
Welcome to our beautiful library where new books magically appear all the time and the shelves are colourful and inviting. With the 2026 Formula 1 season currently on its Summer break, we have made use of the opportunity to add some more of the racing drivers to our large collection of sports heroes. Our F1 fans can look forward to Oscar Piastri, Charles Le Clerc and Lando Norris joining Alonso, Hamilton and Verstappen on our shelves. What an exciting season this is turning out to be!
BOOK DONATION
Thank you so much to Anna-Marie for this gorgeous donation of one of the world’s greatest children’s books, Nils Holgersson se Wonderbaarlike Reis by Selma Lagerlöf, first published in 1906! This is a beautiful new hardcover edition of the book that first appeared in Afrikaans in 1950, of a story that has lost none of its magic over time.
Baie dankie, Anna-Marie.
ROBOTICS
ROBOTICS
Celebrating Our Innovative Coolest Projects Participants!
We are immensely proud of Amara, Suriya, Amelia, Mthabisi, and the Nimbus Guitar 2000 team for representing our College at the global Coolest Projects Awards. This international showcase is a wonderful celebration of technology and young innovation, and our learners truly shone on this stage.
Amara and Suriya
Both learners entered the Hardware category, utilising MaxIQ devices as the foundation for their fascinating research. Amara explored the sound insulation properties of different materials, seeking innovative ways to foster quieter environments for living and learning. Meanwhile, Suriya focused on a practical school-day challenge, studying how carrying school bags affects learners' posture. Her project investigated how a wearable alert system might help mitigate back strain for her peers.
Amelia — It's Raining Tacos
Amelia showcased her creativity with a Scratch project that employs AI face-sensing technology. In this interactive app, users "consume" tacos on screen while the program tracks every bite. This project represents a fantastic evolution of her previous work, demonstrating her commitment to refining and expanding her digital ideas.
Mthabisi — Spellys Buddy SA
Mthabisi developed Spellys to support learners navigating Afrikaans pronunciation. This thoughtful app creates personalised word banks from school lists, reading words at variable speeds to assist with auditory recognition. Built over three months using AI and Swift Playgrounds, Mthabisi is already planning new features to enhance its impact.
Anna and Mea — Nimbus Guitar 2000
Closing our showcase, Anna and Mea engineered a working electric guitar using BBC micro:bits, tinfoil, and crocodile clips. By completing circuits with a simple touch, their clever code transforms basic materials into a musical instrument. It was a wonderful display of hands-on problem solving and technical skill.
A huge well done to all our bright sparks for representing the College so brilliantly. We are eager to see what you discover and build next!
SPORT
SPORT
Senior Prep Sport | It's Derby Day! 💚🏉🏑🏐♟️
Senior Prep Sport | It's Derby Day! 💚🏉🏑🏐♟️
The wait is finally over… tomorrow is Derby Day!
Our biggest sporting event of the year is here, and we can't wait to see our Parklands community come together as we take on Blouberg Ridge Primary.
The day begins from 07:30, where we'll experience the famous Blouberg Ridge welcome before a full day of exciting competition. Our Rugby, Hockey, Netball and Chess teams will proudly represent Parklands College, and we need your support to help create an atmosphere our learners will never forget.
If your child is representing the school, please ensure they arrive on time and, most importantly, come dressed in your Parkie colours. Bring your voices, your energy, and your school spirit as we turn the sidelines green!
The excitement doesn't end with Derby Day. Quarter 3 is now in full swing, and next week we continue with another busy week of Hockey, Rugby and Netball fixtures.
🏆 Week That Was
🏆 Week That Was
🏉 Rugby
🏉 Rugby
U11 vs Table View
Despite a determined effort, our U11s went down 15–5 against a strong Table View side.
Player of the Match: Joshua
U13 vs Table View
A fantastic attacking display saw the U13s claim an impressive 28–17 victory.
Player of the Match: Adem
🏐 Netball
🏐 Netball
U10 vs Woodridge
An outstanding team performance resulted in a dominant 8–0 victory.
Player of the Match: Anaya
U11 vs Woodridge
The girls continued their excellent form with a convincing 12–0 win.
Players of the Match: Iva and Tiana
U12 vs Woodridge
Another excellent performance saw the team secure a 9–3 victory.
Player of the Match: Lara
A huge congratulations to all our learners for a fantastic week of sport. The momentum is building, and there is no better stage to showcase your hard work than Derby Day.
Let's fill the sidelines, wear our Parkie Blue with pride, and get behind every learner representing Parklands College.
See you at Blouberg Ridge from 07:30. Let's make this our biggest and loudest Derby Day yet! 💚🏉🏑🏐♟️👏
Senior Prep Sports
Senior Prep Sports
1. The Big Target: Derby Day at Blouberg (1st August)
Everything we have practiced this term is building toward a historic milestone on our sports calendar:
The Event: Formal Derby Day
The Date: Saturday, 1 August 2026
The Venue: Blouberg Ridge Primary School
Who is playing: U8 to U13 Teams
This promises to be an incredible, high-energy day of school pride and fantastic competition, with our Junior and Senior Prep teams joining forces. Be sure to block out your family calendar to come along and line the school fields in support!
DERBY DAY PROGRAMME
DERBY DAY PROGRAMME
Derby Day 2026 - BRPS vs Parklands College - Final Programme.pdf
WINTER QUARTER CO-CURRICULAR TIMETABLE
WINTER QUARTER CO-CURRICULAR TIMETABLE
The timetable for the Winter Quarter is the same as the Autumn Quarter
Senior Preparatory Sports Uniform: 2026
Senior Preparatory Sports Uniform: 2026
Senior Preparatory 2026 Uniform requirements.pdfANNOUNCEMENT
ANNOUNCEMENT
Friday Hockey Sports Hour
Please note, all Hockey learners will be transported to the Secondary Faculty for Hockey training on the astro at 13h15 - 14h30. All learners will be transported back to Parklands College Senior Prep - no learner will be permitted to be picked up from the Secondary campus.
EXTERNAL ACHIEVEMENTS
EXTERNAL ACHIEVEMENTS
Isabella competed in the SABOD World Trial Circuit for Hip Hop dancing. She entered in a duo as well as a solo performance at World Trial Level.
Catergories – U12 Street Dance Solo & U12 Hip Hop Duet
She placed 4th in South Africa and will be moving forward to the Nationals Final in Johannesburg in August – where she will compete for her Western Province Colours.
Please find a link to the form to notify the College of a learner's external achievements at Area/Regional/Provincial level. We request that you upload an image to the form where possible.
Any queries to our Head of Sport, Coach Jared - jmargetts@parklands.co.za
Sport Quick Links
Sport Quick Links
OUTREACH 2026 - Stationery
OUTREACH 2026 - Stationery
Stationery Outreach - Drive Every Donation Makes a Difference
At Parklands College Preparatory, we believe that even the smallest act of kindness can make a meaningful impact. As part of our ongoing commitment to serving our wider community, we are launching a Stationery Outreach Drive to support a school in need.
We invite our families to donate new or gently used stationery that is still in good condition. Items such as pencils, pens, rulers, erasers, sharpeners, glue sticks, crayons, colouring pencils, and other school essentials can make a real difference in a learner's educational journey.
By giving unused stationery a new purpose, we can help equip young learners with the resources they need to thrive in the classroom while encouraging our own children to experience the joy of giving.
Donations can be sent to school until Friday, 4 September.
Thank you for supporting this initiative and for helping us make a positive difference, one stationery item at a time.
GENERAL
GENERAL
Drop off & collection
Drop off & collection
Please ensure that learners arrive on time for the start of the academic day. Parents are welcome to drop their children off between 07:30 and 07:45 and are requested to use the Drop and Go Zone on the SP Campus in Wood Drive.
Parents may pull into the yellow zone for learners to get out and walk into school on their own. Please do not park or leave your car in the Drop and Go Zone.
All learners must be clocked in and ready for the day before this 07:45. Learners who attend early morning activities must clock-in before attending their session in order to avoid being recorded as 'Late Arrival' on the biometric system.
Aftercare
Aftercare
Aftercare is a combined group of Grade 4-6 learners. Parents, please inform the College via email should you wish to make use of our aftercare facility. Learners may wear their Parklands College sports uniform. Learners attending Aftercare will be escorted to the venue. Parents who wish to make use of our aftercare facilities must please inform us via e-mail.
School is LOCKED promptly at 16h45 daily. Please assist us by ensuring that your child is collected on time allowing our dedicated staff to return home to their own families. A late collection fee of R250 per half-hour (or part thereof) will apply for children collected from aftercare after 17h00.
Security & Car Stickers
Security & Car Stickers
For safety reasons no learners are permitted to wait outside the College gates at any time.
Parents entering our campus are required to have a car identification sticker, which can be collected from reception. By displaying the sticker on your car, you will gain easy access to the College premises. Vehicles that do not have a sticker will be scanned. ‘At the Gate’ Access Solution is used by the College and involves drivers' and car license discs being scanned. This information is stored on a secure database off-site for future reference should the need arise. Pedestrians are also required to produce identification.
We request, for the safety of our learners, that parents and visitors who are on our campus during academic time also sign in at reception and receive a visitors badge. The badge must be returned to reception before leaving campus.
PARKLANDS COLLEGE PARTNERS WITH KLIKD FOR A DIGITAL SAFETY SOLUTION
Parenting in the digital age presents unique challenges. Balancing your child’s need for online interaction with the responsibility of keeping them safe can feel overwhelming. Excluding your child from the digital world might seem isolating, yet providing them with unrestricted access to smart devices without guidance can pose serious risks.
It is vital to equip our children with the skills they need to navigate the digital world confidently, responsibly, and safely. That’s why we are thrilled to announce our partnership with Klikd, South Africa’s leading digital safety and citizenship company. We will be rolling out Klikd’s Digital Citizenship Programme for Schools for Grades 4-6.
About Klikd
Klikd was founded by clinical psychologist Pam Tudin and social media lawyer Sarah Hoffman, combining their expertise to offer an innovative approach to cyber safety and digital citizenship education.
In today’s world, knowing how to handle challenges such as cyberbullying, gaming addiction, inappropriate content, online predators, managing one’s digital footprint and Artificial Intelligence - is no longer optional -it's essential. These aren’t skills that can be taught in a single school talk but require continuous conversations and guidance, reinforced at school and at home.
The Klikd Digital Citizenship Programme for Schools
Through our partnership with Klikd, we will offer a carefully curated programme that provides learners with the tools they need to thrive in the online world. Importantly, it also empowers you, as parents, with weekly practical resources and strategies to support your child on this journey.
Klikd Parent Information Session Recording
If you missed the Klikd Parent Information Session last week you can find the link to a recording here
Klikd in your Pocket: Parent Update Whatsapp Group
Join KLIKD in Your Pocket - a weekly bite-sized update on what’s trending in your child’s online world.
This WhatsApp broadcast group delivers practical, no-fluff insights on topics like:
🎮 Managing devices during playdates and sleepovers
👀 Accidental pornography pop-ups
🎰 Live gambling features on Roblox (yes, really!)
Each week, you’ll also get 4–5 conversation starters to use at dinner, in the car, or while shopping for that “perfect” hoodie — helping you stay connected and informed.
🟢 No group chat, no noise — just super helpful info.
📸 Scan the QR code or tap the link to join:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/H6zTS0hHpaIIHF2G5PigPq?mode=gi_t
NASA Astronaut Dorothy “Dottie” Metcalf-Lindenburger
NASA Astronaut Dorothy “Dottie” Metcalf-Lindenburger
Coming to Parklands CollegeCape Town Highlight of the National Space Tour 2026
Coming to Parklands CollegeCape Town Highlight of the National Space Tour 2026
Cape Town, South Africa - Former NASA astronaut, educator, and STEAM advocate Dorothy “Dottie” Metcalf-Lindenburger will visit South Africa for the Space Tour 2026, running from 22 July to 4 August 2026 across Cape Town, Gauteng, Durban, and selected remote communities.
Cape Town, South Africa - Former NASA astronaut, educator, and STEAM advocate Dorothy “Dottie” Metcalf-Lindenburger will visit South Africa for the Space Tour 2026, running from 22 July to 4 August 2026 across Cape Town, Gauteng, Durban, and selected remote communities.
As part of the Cape Town leg, Metcalf-Lindenburger will headline a public presentation evening at Parklands College on Monday, 3 August 2026, from 18h00 to 20h30, a rare opportunity for learners, families, and educators to hear directly from a NASA astronaut about life in space and the future of exploration.
As part of the Cape Town leg, Metcalf-Lindenburger will headline a public presentation evening at Parklands College on Monday, 3 August 2026, from 18h00 to 20h30, a rare opportunity for learners, families, and educators to hear directly from a NASA astronaut about life in space and the future of exploration.
Discount Codes for Parklands children only:
Discount Codes for Parklands children only:
Parkchild - R70.00
Parkchild - R70.00
Tickets: Book here on Quicket
Presented in partnership with Living Maths, the tour will bring world-class STEM inspiration to schools, universities, science centres, and communities nationwide, including underserved and remote areas where learners often lack access to global role models.
Metcalf-Lindenburger flew aboard Space Shuttle Discovery on the historic STS-131 mission to the International Space Station in 2010, serving as Mission Specialist 2 and robotic arm operator. The mission delivered over 27,000 pounds of equipment to the ISS and travelled 6.2 million miles during 238 Earth orbits. She was also part of the first occasion on which four women were simultaneously in space. A former earth science and astronomy teacher, she was selected by NASA in 2004 through the Educator Astronaut Program and was the first Space Camp alumna to join the Astronaut Corps. She later commanded the NEEMO 16 underwater exploration mission and today champions STEAM education globally through Dottie ML, LLC.
Steve Sherman, Chief Imagination Officer of Living Maths, said the tour is about possibility. “When young people in South Africa meet someone who has travelled beyond Earth, it changes the way they think about their futures. Curiosity and talent are universal, opportunity is not. This tour is designed to help bridge that gap.”
Metcalf-Lindenburger added: “Science and exploration thrive when young people are encouraged to ask questions, solve problems, and imagine boldly. I’m honoured to share experiences from space exploration, teamwork, and discovery with audiences across South Africa.”
Tour Dates: 22 July – 4 August 2026
Public Event: Parklands College, Cape Town, 3 August 2026, 18h00–20h30
Tickets: quicket.co.za
Media & booking enquiries:
Steve Sherman, Living Maths
steve@livingmaths.com | +27 83 308 3883
Quick Links
Quick Links
UNIFORM
UNIFORM
Uniform Requirements (link)
School and Leisure offers free delivery to school. To take advantage of this when ordering please insert school name and address in the address block and add discount code before check-out.
Junior Preparatory - 91 Raats Drive, Parklands 7441
Senior Preparatory - 50 Wood Drive, Parklands 7441
Secondary Faculty - 1 College Avenue, Sandown 7441
Discount Code : PKLSCHOOL (both upper and lowercase works)
Please ensure that the uniform is the correct size for your child, in particular the blazer
Second-hand school uniforms
Please contact Tania Fourie if you would like to buy or sell good-quality second-hand uniforms. She is also the supplier of Froggy School shoes. Contact details: +27 83 631 7683 or tania@sportstudio.co.za
Lost Property
Lost Property
Please help us by checking that all the items that your child brings home actually belong to them. If they come home with someone else's item (such as an extra shoe, hat, etc) please send it to reception the next day so that we can return labelled items to the owner.
It is important that all items are labelled clearly so that lost items can be returned. Parents are welcome to come in to reception to view lost property items. Items not labelled will be in lost property and donated to the second hand shop at the end of each quarter.
MEDICATIONS AND IMMUNISATIONS
MEDICATIONS AND IMMUNISATIONS
Should your child have a medical condition/ allergy /require prescribed medication to be administered, please e-mail Meagan Petersen on mpetersen@parklands.co.za.
Please ensure that your child’s immunisations are up to date and forward a copy of the updated immunisation record to the secretary once your child has received the vaccine.
Immunisation_schedule.pdfImmunisations2.pdf
CALENDAR AND EVENTS
CALENDAR AND EVENTS
Please bookmark the following calendars and add them to your personal calendar by using the + at the bottom of each calendar. They can also be accessed through the EdAdmin App (more information under the general tab)
PARENT LEARNER DIRECTORY
PARENT LEARNER DIRECTORY
Our Parent Learner Directory contains all the information you will need. You can find this important document under the General Tab
20260112 SENIOR PREP P&L Information Directory.pdfPARENT 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...
2026 Dates
2026 Dates
Winter Quarter: 22 July - 23 September
Spring Quarter: 14 October - 4 December
Proposed 2027 Parklands College Dates
Summer Quarter: 19 Jan 2027 - 18 March 2027
Autumn Quarter: 7 April 2027 - 23 June 2027
Winter Quarter: 21 July 2027 - 22 Sept 2027
Spring Quarter: 6 Oct 2027 - 3 Dec 2027
Saturday 1 August:
Derby Day - Blouberg Ridge 07:00 - 13:00
Sunday 9 August:
Women's Day
Monday 10 August:
Women's Day Observed - School Closed
Happy Birthday Tracy Pienaar
Friday 21 August:
Cape Town Eisteddfod in Preparatory Hall
Tuesday 1 September:
First Day of Spring Dress Up Day
Monday 7 September:
SP Summer Sports Switch
Saturday 12 September:
Open Day
Monday 14 September:
Readathon Week
Wednesday 16 September:
Readathon Week: Lit Quiz Event Grade 3 & 4
Thursday 17 September:
Readathon Week: Lit Quiz Event Grade 5 & 6
Grade 6 Parklands Playground @13:00
Friday 18 September:
U12 Cricket Tour to Hermanus
SP Report Feedback meetings
Saturday 19 September:
U12 Cricket Tour to Hermanus
Matric Dance
Happy Birthday Amy Dean
Sunday 20 September:
U12 Cricket Tour to Hermanus
Monday 21 September:
World Space Week
Grade 4 Parklands Playground @08:00
Grade 5 Parklands Playground @13:00
SP Report Feedback meetings
Tuesday 22 September:
Ticket To The Moon Theatre Company 08:30 in the hall: Thabo the Space Dude
SP on the Run
SP Report Feedback meetings
Wednesday 23 September:
Last day of Quarter @ 13:00 - no aftercare
Friday 2 October:
Happy Birthday Simoné Prinsloo
Monday 5 October:
World Teachers Day
Wednesday 7 October:
Happy Birthday Roché Buckle
CONCLUDING COMMENTS
CONCLUDING COMMENTS
We hope to see you at Derby Day tomorrow at Blouberg Ridge!
Paul Mayers
Senior Preparatory Principal
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