NEWSLETTER OCTOBER 2025

Grade 5

Grade 5 outing to the VW factory in Uitenhage to learn more about wheels, axles and the vehicle production process

Sport (Mr van Tonder)

Term 3 started off with interhouse cross country on Friday the 5th of September. It was great to see the kids running around the farm again. Well done to all that participated. Final points were very close with
Musselcracker 49
Red Roman 52
Yellowtail 52

The Kouga soccer tournament unfortunately had to be canceled due to high winds and rain. We are attempting to play these matches during the term. The U11 and U13 boys played a match at SFC against Kings College. It was a close game with U11 drawing 0-0 and U13 losing 2-0. Well done to the players. They are continuing to develop their experience and teamwork on the field.

The Greenwood tour is currently being arranged for the 24-25th October and includes soccer, netball, chess, swimming, cricket and tennis. The kids are looking forward to the trip to Plettenberg Bay.

Foundation Phase

Term 3 arrived and although we were ready to celebrate Spring, the weather was not. However, we bravely planted flowers and had a Spring dress up day to celebrate. We began the term with our inter-house cross-country which was postponed from last term. We were able to use our cross-country track around the dam and all the children participated with enthusiasm. We dressed up in clothes which we felt reflected our South African Heritage to celebrate Heritage Day and ate delicious boerewors rolls.

Grade 1

This term we have focused on growth, especially plants. We planted a bean in a bag and made seed heads, which brought great excitement when they eventually sprouted with green hair. We enjoyed a fun morning on the Wildside in Cape St Francis with Harry Bateman. He shared his knowledge with the children, and they learnt more about the rocky shores environment. He took them on a short walk to the beach and Osprey shipwreck site.

Grade 2

The Grade 2’s discussed how plants grow. We planted flowers in our plant boxes and have been watching their progress with interest. We discussed Heritage Day and the importance of remembering our family traditions.  The class participated in the class assembly where we spoke about the importance of History. We have made good progress in our Afrikaans reading and have begun to learn our times tables. 

Grade 3

The Grade 3’s started off the term learning about our South African heritage and learnt a bit about the different cultures and traditions that are celebrated in our country. We then looked at how people lived in the past in South Africa. The children had so much fun bringing olden day items to school and talking about them in a show and tell. They even got to see and hear how an old record player works, which brought much excitement. We completed the theme by doing orals on what life was like at school for an older family member. In and amongst all of this, we celebrated Spring by having a Spring Day. This was great fun, and the children enjoyed a day of Spring-themed art, Spring themed biscuit decorating and a Spring picnic in the sunshine. 

ECD (Teacher Dom)

What a blooming wonderful half term it’s been at St Francis College ECD! 🌸

From our Mini Olympics adventures — with tiny champions running, jumping, and giggling their way to gold — to learning all about Spring and watching the world come back to life, our little learners have been busy ants indeed! 🐜

We’ve loved exploring the outdoors on sunny days and getting cosy indoors when the wind decided to join the fun. 🍃✨

And speaking of windy days...
What did one leaf say to another?
“I’m falling for you!” 🍂😂

We also welcomed some new faces and families, which has been absolutely lovely — our ECD family just keeps growing! 💕

We can’t wait for the next part of the term, filled with even more laughter, learning, and magical adventures. 🌈

Have a wonderful mini break, everyone!
Love,
St Francis College ECD 💖

Music & Drama News (Mrs. Natasha Brown)

On Thursday, 2 October, our young performers took the stage for a truly wonderful night of music, colour and dance.  Our annual choir concert, Broadway Wonderland, transported the audience into a world where Broadway sparkle met the whimsy of Wonderland.

The stage came alive with energy, laughter and song.  Dressed in vibrant costumes and full of confidence, our talented students sang their way through Boadway numbers, including “We’re all made of stars, It’s a Hard knock life, In summer”, just to name a few

The highlight of the evening was seeing every face shine with pride and joy.  From our youngest singers, bravely taking the stage for the first time to our older students leading with flair and confidence.

A huge thank you goes to the Cape St Francis Resort, teachers and backstage helpers who made this show possible.

We’re looking forward to the rest of the term where we will be learning Christmas songs for our upcoming Christmas market evening.

Kindest regards
Natasha Brown

PTA (Lee Job)

Dear Parents

As we near the end of the year we as the PTA feel so blessed with all of your donations and help!

The golf day was a huge success and brought in R58 000 for our school upgrades. 

We look forward to the Christmas Market and Carols on Friday 5th December.  We are working on a lovely Christmas themed raffle with the draw taking place at the market.

Thank you, Parents for your continued support – we truly appreciate you!

If you would like to join the PTA, please give your name to me. 

Warm Regards
Lee Job
072 199 1233

CALENDAR DATES

Thursday 9 October                   Start of half term after school day
Tuesday 14 October                   School re opens 
Thursday 16 October                  Thoughtful Thursday Gr 2
Friday 17 October                       Bakerday Gr 3
Friday 17 October                       ECD Outing 
Tuesday 21 October                   Books2You Book Fair
Wednesday 22 October              Books2You Book Fair
Thursday 23 October                  Thoughtful Thursday Gr 1
Thursday 23 October                  Bakerday Gr 2
Friday 24 October                       Greenwood Derby Day (Plettenberg Bay)
                                                   Gr 3-7 Soccer/Netball/Swimming/ Chess 
Saturday 25 October                 Greenwood Derby Day (Plett) Cricket 
Wednesday 29 October             Grade 7 Otter Challenge starts
Thursday 30 October                 Thoughtful Thursday ECD
Friday 31 October                      Grade 7 Otter Challenge ends 
Friday 31 October                       Bakerday Gr 1
Monday 10 November                Grade 7 Exams Commence 
Thursday 6 November                Bakerday Gr 0
Friday 7 November                     Inter-school Cross Country (H)
Friday 7 November                     Grade 5 Social 
Thursday 13 November              Grade 1 - 3 Friends Camp (School)
Friday 14 November                   Bakerday Gr 00
Monday 17 November                Grade 4 - 6 Exams Commence 
Friday 21 November                   Bakerday Ladybird Class
Friday 21 November                   Bakerday Bumble Bees & Butterflies 
Friday 28 November                   Exams End 
Tuesday 2 December                 Grade 7 Tour
Wednesday 3 December            Grade 6 Tour
Wednesday 3 December            Grade 5 Camp
Thursday 4 December                Grade 4 Camp
Friday 4 December                     Grade 0 Graduation 
Friday 5 December                     Grade 4-7 return
Friday 5 December                     Christmas Market 
Monday 8 December                   ECD Christmas Party
Monday 8 December                  Staff vs Pupils matches 
Tuesday 9 December                  End of term