About Us
A Little Bit About Who We Are
Director's message
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 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 can make, as this decision will ultimately affect a Iearner’s ability to succeed in life. At Parklands College, we offer complete peace of mind, not only preparing the child academically but also emotionally, socially, morally and physically, in preparation for life’s challenges.
We appreciate the time that you are taking to investigate what we have to offer and we hope that our prospectus will prove informative and provide answers to the many questions that you may have regarding our educational programme.
You are welcome to visit us at any time, should you require personal attention. We hope that we will be able to share, with you, our vision for ‘lifelong learning’ and our programme for academic excellence.
REACHING OUTWARDS, GROWING MINDS, BUILDING FUTURES.
Lorraine Roth
Founder and Managing Director
Vision & Mission Statement
Parklands College promotes an education that encourages global citizenship and futurepreneurs, learners who are cognisant of their actions, are able to think critically while promoting dialogue, tolerance and hope for the future.
By promoting interdependence, coexistence and reconciliation we are able to build peaceful societies who learn and live together.
Our shared vision is to foster a sense of purpose and ignite a passion for life-long learning within our Parklands family. We encourage learners to effectively communicate ideas, work collaboratively, identify and solve challenges using creative and critical thinking, all while taking action to positively impact our global community.
“Reaching Outwards, Growing Minds, Building Futures”, concisely describes the core of our purpose, our “What”, “How” and “Why” of our school. It is defined by our commitment to the development of a culture of learning and ultimately an improved quality of life. The cornerstone of our approach is embodied in our Core Values. A progressive and relevant education which includes career-focused subject choices accompanied by Information and Communication Technology and AI providing vital skills for a modern world.
Our ‘what’ is to Reach outwards and ignite a passion for life-long learning in our learning community.
Our ‘how’ is our “Growing Minds” approach where we encourage our learners to effectively communicate ideas, work collaboratively, identify and solve challenges using creative and critical thinking, all while taking action to positively impact our global community.
AND our ‘Why’, Building Futures, is to give our learners a diverse set of authentic experiences and opportunities so that they can find their purpose and make a positive difference, while Building their Futures at school.
Our Academic History
Parklands College has maintained a 100% pass rate since the first group of matrics wrote the National Senior Certificate in 2000. More significantly, over 90% of all our graduates passed with entry into Bachelor Degree studies.
The Western Cape Education Department ranks top achieving schools based on consistency in pass rate, high percentage of Bachelor Degree passes and Mathematics results. Parklands College has consistently featured on the list of top 20 achieving schools in the Western Cape.
On an annual basis, the College hosts a Careers Expo where numerous institutions of higher education and learning present their courses and programmes on offer. Throughout the year the College plays host to visiting international tertiary institutions in order to expose our learners to acclaimed educational paths of study. During their matric year, the College Careers Advisor assists learners with the application process to the various tertiary institutions and advises them on the selection of courses.
We celebrate the success of our past learners at both national and international tertiary institutions.
A number of past learners have returned to the College upon graduating and are now employed across the faculties in various departments.
Our Campuses
Christopher Robin Pre-Primary
Our little ones enjoy uninterrupted, child-directed play. This allows them to interact socially and engage with their friends. Exploration of a wide variety of equipment promotes healthy, physical bodies, promoting the development of flexibility, endurance, and strength.
Playtime is an opportunity for learners to develop independence, confidence, and demonstrate creativity. We know that children begin to learn as soon as they are born, and that in the early years the foundation is laid for a child’s future development and success. Building a child’s physical, language, and social skills prepares our little ones for the academic, cultural, and sporting opportunities offered in primary school.
At Christopher Robin Pre-Primary we approach these goals with passion and commitment.
Junior Preparatory
The early years of children’s formal education is the foundation upon which future academic and life skills are built. In the Junior Preparatory a natural curiosity and love of learning blossom within a classroom that is supportive, dynamic, and enquiry based.
We believe that the subject Life Skills supports and strengthens the teaching of mathematics and language, giving learners practical topics in which they can practise their reading, writing, and numeracy skills. Life Skills equips learners for meaningful and successful learning in a rapidly changing society. It includes key beginning concepts drawn from history, geography, natural sciences and technology, as well as the arts. In addition, its focus on developing perceptual skills such as auditory and visual perception, hand-eye coordination, and sensory memory, provides learners with the foundation for all future learning and development.
Every learner has an innate wish to explore their world and the Junior Preparatory provides a platform for such experiential learning. Learners’ ideas and expressions are valued, and the ultimate goal of producing confident, independent learners is achieved within a technology-rich, creative and intellectually stimulating environment.
Senior Preparatory
The Senior Preparatory provides the important bridge between the Junior Preparatory and the Secondary Faculty, and educators work in close liaison in order to ensure a seamless transition from Grade Six to Grade Seven for each learner. Within a nurturing environment we continue to promote a love for learning and focus on the core skills which are necessary for success. While following the national curriculum, educators provide opportunities for learners to explore topics in depth, creating a space for innovation and independent learning.
Secondary Faculty
The Secondary Faculty provides a distinctive academic experience for our learners. The academic programme provides each learner with a firm grasp of fundamental skills, the ability to think critically, innovatively, and independently, and fosters a love of learning. Educators create learning activities that are motivational, technology-rich, and aligned to the needs of modern learners.
Our educators offer a challenging and stimulating education in an achievement-focused culture. They are knowledgeable, enthusiastic and have high expectations of their learners. Each individual learner is valued, and progress is closely monitored. The educators provide exceptional academic support, within the regular instructional programme and through additional tutorials that provide personalised learning support.
The Secondary Faculty follows the national curriculum, with a wide spectrum of subjects leading to the National Senior Certificate. It is this breadth and variety, along with an opportunity to pursue subjects of choice, which encourages our learners to embrace lifelong learning.
