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SAGEWOOD SCHOOL HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
A strong-willed mother's determination to provide a holistic and stress-
free education for her children was the principle on which Sagewood
School was founded in 1985.
Jill Conradie, a mother of three young children, started a school in a flat in
Cyrildene embodying her ideas. The school was named Sagewood, "sage"
being an indigenous tree in our country. A year later the 'school in a room'
was too small with 65 learners and necessitated a move to new premises.
The school relocated to two other places and eventually settled in the Old
Johannesburg Children's Home in Observatory with 200 children. The
first principal, John de Jager, an educator with immense foresight was
specifically chosen to extend the school and see it grow.
As a result of these two visionaries, Sagewood Education centre, an
institute that offered academic excellence and community service,
progressed steadily and embraced the values of non-racialism, non-
denominationalism and multi-culturalism in the environment of an
apartheid South Africa.
The school is owned by, The Sagewood Foundation, a non-profit Section
21 Company. The school does not promote a religious denomination, but
rather teaches respect for all religions. Sagewood School is
demographically representative of the new South Africa. Diversity has
been one of its corner stones since the school’s inception. Sagewood
today, offers a full spectrum of co-ed school education and has a separate,
Pre-Primary, Primary and College.
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Sagewood is an independent day school; a member of the Independent Schools’
Association of Southern Africa (ISASA) and registered with the Gauteng Department of
Education. We are a non-profit organization and an accredited candidate with Umalusi,
Council of Quality Assurance in General and Further Education.
MAIN SWITCHBOARD: 087 723 3130
1. PRE-PRIMARY SCHOOL - Grade 000 to Grade 0
Principal: Linda Naidoo Tel: 087 723 3137
Email: [email protected]
Secretary: Chantal Smith Tel: 087 723 3131
Email: [email protected]
2. PREPARATORY SCHOOL - Grade 1 to Grade 7
Principal: Linda Naidoo Tel: 087 723 3137
Email: [email protected]
Secretary: Ria Coetzee Tel: 087 723 3145
Email: [email protected]
Sandra Naicker Tel: 087 723 3132
Email: [email protected]
3. COLLEGE - Grade 8 to Grade 12
Principal: Ingrid Meyer Tel: 087 723 3136
Email: [email protected]
Secretary: Nicole Le Roux Tel: 087 723 3133
Email: [email protected]
4. GENERAL INFORMATION
School Calendar
School Fees
School Uniform
Enquiry Information
Each school secretary is available to help with enquiries. In a teaching environment, the person you
need to speak to may not always be available. The secretary will take a message and arrange for
you to be contacted.
Enquiries about: Should be made to:
Enrolling learners at the school : Admissions – 087 723 3130 [email protected]
Learners already at Sagewood : The Secretary of the particular school
Sport and Afternoon activities : The Head of Sports & Culture – 087 723 3140
Email: [email protected]
Fees and accounts : The Credit Controller – 087 723 3156
Email: [email protected]
Uniform Shop : Junior Mushonga – 073 662 6046
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VISION
The school of choice, providing quality education, in collaboration with parents in nurturing
children to realise their full potential and dreams/aspirations within a well-resourced, caring and
secure environment, thereby enabling a positive sense of self.
MISSION STATEMENT
To revolutionise the educational process through:
Implementing progressive and creative teaching methods with teachers that are at the
cutting edge of their profession complemented by innovative and competent support
staff.
Adopting a 21st Century approach and providing a stimulating learning environment with
technological orientation to optimise teaching and learning.
To equip our children to confidently meet the challenges of education, work and life.
Providing emotional intelligence and enrichment programmes.
Making independent education an affordable choice for the broader community.
VALUES
Embracing Diversity
Building Partnerships
Acquiring Learning and Innovative Skills
Instilling Respect, Responsibility and Accountability
Serving the Community
TRADITIONS
Sagewood School welcomes people of all backgrounds and traditions and promotes
knowledge of and respect for all religions and cultures.
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PRE-PRIMARY SCHOOL
At Sagewood Pre-Primary, our children learn through play. While our Grade 000 and Grade 00 learners are
afforded more of an opportunity to learn in a flexible manner, the Grade 0 learners have to follow a more
structured programme which will help them to make the transition to Grade 1 that much easier. The Grade 0
and Grade 1 teachers work really closely with each other throughout the year to ensure that all aspects are
adequately covered before the Grade 0 children reach Grade 1.
Every week, a different theme is taught with the intention of making our learners more aware of how to
properly interact with other children within a community set-up. The children hail from different
backgrounds, speak different languages, and follow different religions but all come together, respecting and
appreciating their uniqueness. Our children are empowered to deal with challenging issues like how to
speak out when they are not happy or how to interact with a child that is being particularly difficult.
The engaging lessons, exciting and innovative activities and the warm, supportive and nurturing
environment makes Sagewood Pre-Primary the ideal school for your child. We can definitely boast about
our fully qualified, kind and caring teachers who go the extra mile to ensure that your child’s learning
experience is the best and most memorable one. Your child will learn within a safe, protected and
supervised educational facility.
Activities
Whatever the topic discussed or activity engaged in, our curriculum is designed to introduce even
the youngest learner to the basic skills, knowledge, attitudes and values of the three learning
programmes, English, Mathematics and life skills and these are achieved through play based
experiential learning activities such as:
Weekly theme displays Baking Climbing apparatus
Indoor free time Perceptual games Cycle track
Puzzles Story ring Obstacle course
Block play Music ring Sand and water play
Construction Birthday ring Sensory garden
Developmental Games Book area Library visits
Modelling Imaginative play corners Swimming instruction
Collage, cutting, pasting, painting Outdoor free play time
Aftercare
Our Pre-primary aftercare service has its own separate staff and programme of activities, within the
secure Pre-primary area. Aftercare is available until 17:30.
Paid Activities
Monkeynastix Cricket Kidi-Sportz
Dance Mouse Ballet Soccer
Drama
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School Hours
Monday to Friday 07:30 - 13:00
(Early drop off from 07:00)
Aftercare: 13:00 - 17:30
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PREPARATORY SCHOOL
The preparatory school is a wonderful, vibrant and exciting learning environment that caters for
learners from Grades 1-7. Lessons are engaging, interactive and meaningful. The diversity
among the staff and learners makes every experience encountered realistic and is reflective of
our current society. Teachers make use of a variety of tools and technology to reach every single
child in order to build on their strengths and develop their weaknesses. In our aim to educate the
“whole child”, we strive to create a balance between the academics, culture and sport.
We aim to equip our learners with the skills they require to cope with any situation, be it
academic or personal. The teachers go to great lengths to ensure that the learners get the best
quality education, they are approachable, flexible and always place the needs of the children
first. Our open door policy and different channels of communication make it easy for the
parents and staff to maintain healthy and positive relationships.
Upon entering the school premises, you get greeted by a whole group of friendly faces and
instantly feel like this is your home away from home. You will immediately feel like an integral
and much needed component of the Sagewood Family.
Why Sagewood Preparatory
Progressive teaching methods which are logical and interactive
Child-centred, holistic approach in a well-structured happy environment
Emphasis on problem solving and communication
Favourable learner/teacher ratio
Continuous Assessment complemented with regular feedback to parents
Information Communication Technology (ICT)
Additional languages: Afrikaans / IsiZulu
o Tuition in both for Gr. 1 – 3 learners
o From Gr. 4 – 7 choice of one
Educational day outings and camps
Focus on the positive
Encouragement of self-discipline
Integration of technology in the different learning areas
Encouraging a sense of social responsibility
Incorporating the Singapore Maths curriculum (Grades 1 – 7)
Sports and Culture Programme
We offer a variety of sports and cultural activities most are included in our school fees. External
service providers for sport/cultural activities are at the cost of the parent.
Sports Cultural
Cricket (mini, boys & girls) Chess
Cricket Academy (at own cost) Drama (at own cost)
Soccer (mini, boys) Music (at own cost)
Netball (mini, girls) Ballet (at own cost)
Hockey (mini, girls) Decoupage (at own cost)
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Rugby (mini, boys) Choir
Tekki Tennis (at own cost) UCMAS (at own cost)
Cross Country Dance Mouse (at own cost)
Athletics Computer Club
Softball
Swimming
Introgolf (at own cost)
Karate (at own cost)
NB: Please note some sport codes are seasonal and not offered every term
Annual Camps
Our Grade 4-7 learners will go on different camps during the course of the year. The purpose of
these camps is to equip our learners with various skills like leadership abilities, innovative
thinking, working together as a team, resilience, etc. The children also get an opportunity to
interact with peers whom they don’t know very well and to bond with their teachers outside the
classroom set-up. Please note that this is a compulsory part of the curriculum and parents have
to pay separately for these camps.
Information Communication Technology (ICT)
A well-equipped computer centre is available to our Grade 0 – 7 learners.
Computer Literacy is part of the ICT programme.
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Learner Support Programmes
Music lessons
Library lessons
Computer lessons
Reading Rocket programme
Cami Maths programme
Singapore Maths approach
Development of Thinking Skills – De Bono Hats
EQ – Emotional Development programme
Digital learning
Academic support and enrichment lessons
Counselling support
Study skills programme
Benchmarking tests
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Aftercare
The purpose of the aftercare school/holiday programme is to provide structured care for learners.
The aftercare programme is designed to offer a relaxed, safe and secure environment for learners
who cannot be collected directly after school hours. This service is applicable to learners from
Grade 000 to Grade 7. The Aftercare is managed and supervised by staff employed by the
school.
We aim to deliver a structured aftercare programme through:
Ensuring that the aftercare teachers are experienced and caring individuals;
Supervised completion of homework;
Providing a safe and secure environment;
Incorporating structured/free outside play/activities as part of the daily programme; Providing an enriching academic programme; Compiling effective strategies for comprehensive measurement of aftercare standards;
and Providing aftercare facilities which allow for study, healthy free play and relaxation.
Please refer to the aftercare programme for more information.
School Hours
Grade 1 – 2 Monday – Thursday 07:45 – 13:35
Friday 07:45 – 13:05
Grade 3 Monday – Friday 07:45 – 13:35
Gr. 4 – 7 Monday – Thursday 07:45 - 14:25
Friday 07:45 - 14:05
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COLLEGE
At Sagewood College we aim to promote moral and academic excellence in a non-racial,
supportive and nurturing environment. We also aim to help uplift the quality of life in South
Africa by engaging our learners in outreach programmes for less privileged members of society.
This allows us to promote parental and community involvement in the education process.
We further aim to provide every learner with the very best possible education in order to prepare
them for life beyond Sagewood School. Our school is large enough to provide a broad and
differentiated curriculum that caters for varied interests and abilities. Learners find they can
pursue their interests and strengths to the best of their ability and are encouraged to strive for
personal excellence in a positive learning environment that opens doors to tertiary institutions
and employment.
Why Sagewood College
Progressive teaching methods providing stimulating lessons
Well-equipped classrooms, computer room, technology/engineering graphic design
centre, science and media facilities
Teachers encourage individual expression and the debate of ideas
Focus not only on the knowledge, but the skills, values and positive attitudes to succeed
and be happy and fulfilled in the global environment
Interactive learning
A varied curriculum culminating in the writing of the IEB NSC examinations
A culture of respect for all religions, traditions and cultures
A holistic education that encourages all aspects of the child’s learning experience
An educational space for the artistic, sports and dramatic growth of the child
Opportunity to reach out to community through outreach programmes
Inclusion of enhancements to the curriculum in Mathematics, English and Afrikaans
After School Programme that provides extra lessons and a study hall for the completion
of homework
Our sports and cultural offerings
We offer a variety of sports and cultural activities. External service providers for sport/cultural
activities are at the cost of the parent.
Sports Cultural
Basket Ball Chess
Soccer (boys & girls) Drama
Netball Debating
Tennis Public Speaking
Choir
Athletics
Softball
Touch Rugby
Sevens Rugby NB: Please note that some sport codes are seasonal and not offered every term.
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Annual Camps
Annual camps are part of the curriculum and are mandatory for all learners in the College. The
cost is exclusive of the school fees.
School Hours
Monday – Friday 07:30 – 14:10
Sport and Culture
Monday – Friday 15:00 onwards
After School Programme
(Reteach, Enrich Period, Study Hall, Reading Rocket, Extra Tuition) Monday – Friday 14:15 – 15:00
Matches and Tournaments also take place on Saturdays.
SUBJECT CHOICE GRADE 8 & 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11
GRADE 12
Compulsory Subjects
English (Home Language)
Afrikaans / IsiZulu
(First Additional Language)
Mathematics
Life Orientation
Natural Sciences
Economic & Management
Sciences – Accounting /
Business Studies
Social Sciences –
History / Geography
Creative Arts
Technology
Information and
Communication
Technology (ICT)
Compulsory Subjects
English (Home Language)
Afrikaans / IsiZulu
(First Additional Language)
Mathematics or
Mathematical Literacy
Life Orientation
Electives:
Group 1
Physical Sciences
Business Studies
Group 2
History
Business Studies
Information Technology
Group 3
Life Science
EGD
Geography
Group 4
Accounting
Visual Arts
Dramatic Arts
Compulsory Subjects
English (Home Language)
Afrikaans / IsiZulu
(First Additional Language)
Mathematics or
Mathematical Literacy
Life Orientation
Electives:
Group 1
Physical Sciences
Business Studies
Group 2
History
Business Studies
Information Technology
Group 3
Life Science
EGD
Geography
Group 4
Accounting
Visual Arts
Dramatic Arts
Compulsory Subjects
English (Home Language)
Afrikaans / IsiZulu
(First Additional Language)
Mathematics or
Mathematical Literacy
Life Orientation
Electives:
Group 1
Physical Sciences
Business Studies
Group 2
History
Business Studies
Information Technology
Group 3
Life Science
EGD
Geography
Group 4
Accounting
Visual Arts
Dramatic Arts
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2018 – FOUR TERM CALENDAR
TERM 1
Start: Wednesday 17 January Staff: Monday 15 January
Close: Wednesday 28 March
Holidays: Wednesday 21 March (Human Right
Day)
TERM 2
Start: Tuesday 17 April
Close: Friday 22 June
Staff: Monday 16 April
Public/School
Holidays: Friday 27 April (Freedom Day)
Monday 30 April (School holiday)
Tuesday 01 May (Workers Day) Saturday 16 June (Youth Day)
TERM 3
Start: Tuesday 17 July Staff: Monday 16 July Staff: Monday 18 July
Close: Friday 21 September
Public Holidays: Thursday 09 August (Women’s Day)
Friday 10 (School holiday)
TERM 4
Start: Tuesday 09 October Staff: Monday 08 October
Close: Thursday 06 December Staff: Friday 07 December
School Holiday: Wednesday 07 November (Diwali)
(to be confirmed)
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CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
Interactive whiteboard - A 21st century tool with rich engaging content that allows
teachers to create an interactive learning environment.
As an online learning resource it is the next generation in learning, helping learners
enjoy Mathematics and achieve outstanding results.
Reading Rocket computer based programme - A powerful aid in the development of
sound reading techniques, improvement of comprehension and speed in English and Afrikaans.
Emotional intelligence (EI) Programme -EI refers to the ability to perceive, control,
and evaluate emotions.
Development of Creative Thinking practices – De Bono Hats is a powerful problem
solving and creative thinking tool.
Digital learning - Digischool is an interactive Mathematics and Science E-learning
portal that uses the power of multimedia to make learning an enjoyable and meaningful experience.
A focussed curriculum with a designed learning spiral, workbooks and the use of
concrete apparatus creates a positive learning system.
My Cyberwall is a unique site for learners and teachers, where they have access to
comprehensive resources for Grades 4, 5, 6 and 7 in all subjects.
Teachers and learners have access to the following teaching and learning tools:
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2018 FEE STRUCTURE
A R500.00 ASSESSMENT FEE IS PAYABLE WHEN THE LEARNER IS ASSESSED
SCHOOL FEES EXCLUDES STATIONERY
AFTERCARE IS AVAILABLE FOR GRADES 000 – GRADE 7 AT R750 PER MONTH
GRADE 2018
Base Fee Development Levy Monthly fee
Deposit
000 3870,00 163,64 4033,64 3870,00
00 3977,50 168,18 4145,68 3977,50
R 4085,00 172,72 4257,72 4085,00
1 5590,00 236,36 5826,36 5590,00
2 5643,75 238,64 5882,39 5643,75
3 5697,50 240,91 5938,41 5697,50
4 5751,25 243,18 5994,43 5751,25
5 5805,00 245,45 6050,45 5805,00
6 5858,75 247,73 6106,48 5858,75
7 5912,50 250,00 6162,50 5912,50
8 6208,13 262,50 6470,63 6208,13
9 6261,87 264,77 6526,64 6261,87
10 6987,50 295,45 7282,95 6987,50
11 7095,00 300,00 7395,00 7095,00
12 7202,50 304,55 7507,05 7202,50
SCHOOL FEES INCLUDE:
Eye tests Benchmarking Tests Digital programs Swimming lessons School readiness assessment (Gr. 0) Olympiads Aptitude tests Curriculum enhancement programmes Hearing tests IEB examination fees Educational day outings
Extra costs: Stationery, school uniform, school camps, sports tours and school
photographs.
Camp fees will reflect on your statement as from January.
EFT payments must be identified with the use of the eldest child’s name, surname and
grade.
Development levy:
The development levy is factored into the school fees, but will reflect as a separate invoice item
on your monthly statement.
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(Please note that eye tests and hearings tests are done once off when your child joins the school or if
recommended by the class teacher)
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Stationery
Each learner will receive a stationery list before the end of each academic year.
Aftercare
The school offers a structured aftercare programme.
Aftercare is a separate monthly fee of R750-00.
This service is applicable to learners from Grade 000 to Grade 7.
Please note the following:
Fees are payable in advance before the 5th of each month.
Late payment of fees will carry an interest of 18% per annum.
Fees are payable monthly over the first 11 months of the year from January – November.
Annual fees paid upfront in full, no later than 28 February will qualify for a 5% discount.
The school offers a sibling discount of 5%.
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SAGEWOOD SCHOOL UNIFORM
Hair accessories should be blue or black
Scarves, beanies and gloves must be navy blue
The School blazer must be worn with a collar and tie – no other combinations.
Contact Person: Junior Mushonga (073 662 6046)
Mondaysand Wednesday 07:00 – 09:00 as well as the first Saturday of each month from 11:00 –
12: 00
Boys Summer - Grade 1 - 3 Girls Summer - Grade 1 - 6
Navy Blue Shorts Tartan Skirt
White Golf shirt White Golf shirt
White Boys Anklet socks White Girls anklet socks
Navy Slipover with Badge (optional) Navy Slipover with Badge (optional)
Navy Rain Jacket (Dry Mac) Navy Rain Jacket (Dry Mac)
Black Shoes Black shoes
PT: Cap, Navy Blue Shorts, Sport shirt & White/black/navy blue takkies
PT: Navy Culottes, Sport shirt & White/black/navy blue takkies
Boys Summer - Grade 4 – 6
Grey Slacks / Blue Shorts Navy Rain Jacket (Dry Mac)
White Golf Shirt Black Shoes
Grey Socks PT: Cap, Navy Blue Shorts, Sport shirt &
Navy Slipover with Badge (optional) White/black/navy blue takkies
Boys Winter - Grade 1 – 6 Girls Winter - Grade 1 - 6
Prep School Tracksuit Prep School Tracksuit or Tartan Skirt
White Golf Shirt White Golf Shirt
Grey Socks Navy Blue Long Socks/navy blue stockings/tights
Navy Blue School Jersey with School Badge Navy Blue School Jersey with School Badge
Winter Jacket Winter Jacket
PT: Cap, Navy Blue Shorts/tracksuit, Sport shirt & White/black/navy blue takkies
PT: Navy Culottes/tracksuit, Sport shirt & White/black/navy blue takkies
Black School shoes on all other days Black School Shoes on all other days
Boys Summer - Grade 7 – 12 Girls Summer - Grade 7 – 12
Grey Trousers Tartan Skirt / Grey Trousers + White Ankle socks
White Golf Shirt / White Cotton Shirt White Golf Shirt / White Cotton Shirt
Grey Socks Blue / White Ankle Socks
Tie / Blazer Tie / Blazer
Black School Shoes Black School Shoes
Navy rain jacket Navy rain jacket
PT: Navy blue and green shirt, Navy Blue Shorts & Training Shoes
PT: Navy blue and green shirt, Navy Blue Shorts & Training Shoes
Boys Winter - Grade 7 – 12 Girls Winter - Grade 7 – 12
Grey Trousers Tartan Skirt with Navy Tights
Grey socks OR Grey Trousers with Grey socks
Long Sleeve White Shirt / Long Sleeve Golf Shirt
Long Sleeve White Shirt / Long Sleeve Golf Shirt
Tie / Blazer Tie / Blazer
Navy blue jersey with school badge School Tracksuit with Training Shoes
Winter Jacket Winter Jacket
Black School Shoes Black School Shoes
Navy Blue Jersey with School Badge
Sport: School Tracksuit and Sport Shirt with Training Shoes
Sport: School Tracksuit and Sport Shirt with Training Shoes