HELP : Homework - Enrichment - Lifeskills - Programme

01/06/2026

The learners on the Phendulani team returned to class smiling and enthusiastic after an outstanding session with Professor Jansen. His engaging role plays, reading activities, and genuine care for each learner made the lesson truly exceptional. 🌟👏📚

29/05/2026

Springfield Convent Learners Continue Their Support of HELP

HELP is grateful to two former Springfield Convent learners who recently responded to our call for assistance in covering books for the library we are creating at Harmony Primary School. Their willingness to give of their time reflects the long-standing relationship between Springfield Convent Senior School and HELP.

Since 2014, Springfield learners have been completing their community outreach hours at HELP. From Monday to Thursday, learners spend approximately 40 minutes after school assisting children with homework and, once completed, engaging them in educational games that make learning fun and interactive.

The support from the Springfield community also extends to the Foundation Phase programme, where Springfield moms assist with one-on-one reading sessions in the mornings. They also participate in special literacy celebrations, including World Read Aloud Day, helping to foster a love of reading among learners.

We value this ongoing partnership and thank the Springfield community for their continued commitment to education and literacy development.

21/05/2026

What an awesome initiative.

Good Things Guy has launched a dedicated “4 Kids” section, where real South African good news stories are transformed into storybook-style adventures that younger readers can understand, enjoy, and grow up with.

From inspiring people to incredible animals and everyday acts of kindness, the idea is simple: take real moments happening across the country and reimagine them in a way that sparks curiosity, imagination, and hope in children.

Some stories will be adapted from the archives, others will come straight from breaking good news, but all of them will be rooted in real South African life. No fiction. Just real stories told in a way that feels magical for young readers.

A weekly kid-friendly story will also be added to the Good Things Guy newsletter, making it easier for families and classrooms to share positive, local storytelling together.

At its heart, this is about getting kids excited about reading again… while helping them see that kindness, community, and good news are happening all around them, every single day.

Link to the full story here: https://www.goodthingsguy.com/south-african-stories-for-south-african-kids-say-hello-to-our-new-storybook-section/

17/05/2026

After a narrow 3–2 loss to Floreat in their first match of the season, the U14s bounced back with a solid 2–0 win over Sullivan in their second match. ⚽️👏

17/05/2026

Winter provides the perfect opportunity for indoor creativity. The learners have been using the the time to express themselves through art.

17/05/2026

At HELP, we’re building environmental awareness in a hands-on, creative way 🌿

The learners explored the importance of trees through a fun, themed project. They created a beautiful tree using crushed, dried leaves, experimented with leaf rubbings, and coloured in pictures of animals that make use of trees.

A simple activity, but a meaningful step towards understanding and caring for the environment 🌍

23/04/2026

On the 23 April the world celebrates World Book Day, to remind us of the power of books to spark the imagination, open doors to new worlds, and build empathy while equipping readers with essential life skills. At HELP, we are committed to championing the written word by creating a vibrant reading environment for learners at Harmony Primary. This year World Book Day was celebrated by issuing the first books with the newly implemented Prolib computerised library system—bringing us one step closer to making reading accessible, engaging, and central to every learner’s journey.

28/02/2026

✨📚 Celebrating National Tell a Fairy Tale Day! 👑✨

In celebration of National Tell a Fairy Tale Day on Thursday, 26th February, the entire month of February was dedicated to the magical world of fairy tales!

Fairy tale–themed picture books was made available for learners to read at break times. The stories were used to spark the learners imagination and creativity.

Learners were given the outline of a classic ballgown and encouraged to design and decorate it using their own creative flair. The finished gowns were proudly displayed on the wall, transforming the space into a magical gallery! 👗✨

The Grade 7 learners shared fairy tales with the Grade 3 learners on Thursday, 26th February. It was a heartwarming experience that truly brought the magic of storytelling to life.

National Tell a Fairy Tale Day was fantastic opportunity to use books to spark imagination, creativity, and connection across grades! 🌟📖

25/02/2026

Neville Sherman, a retired school principal and HELP volunteer, is bringing his passion for education into the classroom by teaching creative writing, using the classic story The Hobbit as inspiration. The learners listen as the story is read to them, and then they create their own original pieces based on what they’ve heard.

It’s a wonderful way to spark imagination, build confidence, and develop writing skills — all while enjoying a timeless adventure story. Thank you, Neville, for making such a meaningful difference!

16/02/2026

This Valentine’s Day, HELP celebrated the love of reading by hosting a special paired reading session between the Grade 6 and Grade 1 learners. ❤️ Sharing stories, laughter, and the joy of books truly brought the theme of love to life.

A heartfelt thank you to the educators for being so accommodating and for making this meaningful experience possible. Your support helps us grow a true love for reading in our learners!