ORT SA CAPE

16/06/2026

Today, on Youth Day, we celebrate the dreamers, the doers, the innovators and the leaders of tomorrow.

The future belongs to the youth.

Every young person carries within them the power to shape communities, transform industries and create a better world. At ORT SA CAPE, we are privileged to walk alongside young people as they discover their potential, build confidence and take meaningful steps towards their futures.

This Youth Day, we honour the voices, aspirations and determination of the young people we serve. Their stories remind us why education, skills development and opportunity matter.

🎥 Watch our reel to hear firsthand what a work experience opportunity meant to one of our youth beneficiaries.

Read testimonials from our beneficiaries: https://www.facebook.com/ORTSACAPE/reviews

Together, we can help ensure that every young person has the opportunity to thrive.


Youth Employment Service

12/06/2026

When children are given six plain Lego bricks, something remarkable happens. Educator Brent Hutcheson tells Oliver Roberts why imagination may be more important than knowledge.
Care for Education

When children are given six plain Lego bricks, something remarkable happens. Educator Brent Hutcheson tells Oliver Roberts why imagination may be more important than knowledge.

11/06/2026

🎉 International Day of Play 🎉

This past week, ORT SA CAPE celebrated the power of play with our very own "Play as You Go" Week!

Throughout the week, staff, beneficiaries and visitors were encouraged to stop, build, add, change and laugh. Our office play stations were open for everyone to enjoy at any time, creating opportunities to connect, collaborate and have fun.

Play is more than just enjoyment - it helps build confidence, encourages teamwork, develops problem-solving skills and supports learning that lasts a lifetime.

Together, we celebrated how something as simple as play can help build brighter futures.

Discover more about the courses and programmes creating lasting impact at ORT SA CAPE:
https://ortsacape.org.za/courses/

10/06/2026

🤖 We're excited to announce our next presenter at the ECD Elevate & Connect Conference 2026!

Leora Hessen, Award-winning AI & Web3 Pioneer, Founder of AIDA, Global Speaker & Entrepreneur, will be presenting The AI Impact: Shaping Learning That Matters.

AI is already changing education. But what does that actually mean for the children in our classrooms right now? Leora will unpack how AI is reshaping the learning landscape and challenge us to think critically about what truly meaningful learning looks like in a world that is changing faster than ever.

As ECD leaders, staying ahead of this conversation isn't optional. It's part of purposeful leadership and this session will leave you both informed and inspired.

📅 31 July 2026
⏰ 08h30 – 17h00
📍 Lagoon Beach Hotel, Cape Town
🎟️ R450pp (full catering included)
👉 Book now: https://qkt.io/81Fs1G

Presented by ORT SA CAPE in partnership with Care for Education.

09/06/2026

Healthy minds start with healthy habits. 🧠🍎

During this week, we celebrate the important connection between nutrition and learning. What children eat can have a powerful impact on how they learn, grow and thrive.

Here are 5 ways nutrition affects learning:

✅ Concentration - Healthy meals help learners stay focused in class.
✅ Mood - Good nutrition supports emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.
✅ Energy - Balanced meals provide the fuel needed for active learning.
✅ Memory - Key nutrients help the brain process and retain information.
✅ Academic performance - Well-nourished learners are better equipped to reach their full potential.

At ORT SA CAPE, we understand that education and wellbeing go hand in hand. Through our partnerships and community initiatives, including collaborations with the Kolisi Foundation and IKASI Soccer School, we are committed to supporting young people both inside and outside the classroom.

Together, we can help build healthier futures and stronger learning outcomes for every child.

To learn more about the amazing work ORT SA CAPE does, please visit https://www.ortsacape.org.za.

06/06/2026

Happy International Six Bricks Day.

04/06/2026

🌟 We're excited to announce our opening keynote for the ECD Elevate & Connect Conference 2026!

Belinda Petersen, Principal at Rustenburg Girls' Junior School, will deliver the opening keynote: Transformative Leadership in Early Childhood - Leading with Vision, Courage, and Purpose.

Belinda will challenge every ECD leader in the room to move beyond the daily demands and step fully into courageous, values-driven leadership. The perfect way to open a day built entirely around purposeful leadership in Early Childhood Education.

And today we also have a very exciting reveal… the full programme is here! Swipe through the images to see everything we have lined up for 31 July. We are incredibly proud of this lineup and cannot wait to bring this community together.

📅 31 July 2026
⏰ 08h30 – 17h00
📍 Lagoon Beach Hotel, Cape Town
🎟️ R450pp (full catering included)
👉 Seats are almost sold out - book now: https://qkt.io/81Fs1G

Presented by ORT SA CAPE in partnership with Care for Education.

03/06/2026

June is packed with opportunities for learning, growth and impact at ORT SA CAPE! 🌟

From Early Childhood Development training and business bootcamps to youth employability workshops, networking sessions and graduations, we are proud to continue empowering educators, entrepreneurs and young people throughout South Africa.

📅 Highlights for June 2026 include:

🎓 ECD Practitioner Occupational Certificate Programme
🎓 ECD Level 4 Graduation Ceremony
🧱 LEGO Playbox Training Workshops
💼 Principals' Business Bootcamps
🌐 Get Found Online Website Workshop
👩‍💼 Youth Career Development Training
🤝 Youth Employment Summit 2026
📖 Finding Thabo Workshops
🚀 Youth Alumni Career Development Workshop
🌱 New YES4Youth Group Onboarding
💡 Entrepreneurial Training Webinar
🤝 ECD Principals' Networking Session

Every programme is designed to strengthen skills, create opportunities and build brighter futures for children, educators, entrepreneurs and youth.

Looking to make a lasting impact through learning?

Read more about our courses and training opportunities here:
https://ortsacape.org.za/courses/

02/06/2026

At ORT SA CAPE, we believe that opportunity creates confidence, and experience creates future-ready professionals. 🌟

Through our structured work experience programmes, young people gain the practical skills, workplace exposure and confidence they need to thrive in the real world. From meaningful milestones to inspiring success stories, every achievement reflects the power of education, mentorship and industry partnership.

We are proud to celebrate the growth, resilience and employability of our participants as they step into brighter futures with purpose and professionalism.
Recognition matters. It motivates growth, strengthens confidence and showcases what is possible when education and opportunity come together.

Make B-BBEE simple by partnering with ORT SA CAPE and investing in meaningful impact that changes lives while building workplace readiness.

Learn more: https://ortsacape.org.za/about-us/

29/05/2026

⏰ Last few days to get the early bird price for the ECD Elevate & Connect Conference.
After that, tickets go from R360 to R450. If you've been meaning to book, today is the day.

Here's a reminder of what's waiting for you at the conference:

🎤 Prof Jonathan Jansen - Closing Keynote: A Call to Courage – Leading Education Forward
🤖 Linda Smith: All In, Every Day - Simple Strategies for Inclusion in ECD
🗣️ Panel with Wendy Viljoen & Tracey Chambers: Future-Proofing ECD: What Works, What's Next
✨ More incredible speakers to be announced...

📅 31 July 2026
⏰ 08h30 – 17h00
📍 Lagoon Beach Hotel, Cape Town
🎟️ R360pp until 31 May only | R450pp from 1 June
🍽️ Full catering included

👉 Book today - https://qkt.io/81Fs1G

Presented by ORT SA CAPE in partnership with Care for Education