Skills-based education is on the rise globally and in South Africa, dramatically changing how today’s pupils prepare for tomorrow. Gone are the days when rote learning and regurgitation of facts ruled the classroom. Instead, a new wave of education trends in 2025, to...
Many think that preparing students for career success only starts in the final year of school, but it actually begins the moment a child steps into their first classroom. It’s no longer as simple as “study hard, get good marks, and pick a career”. Nowadays, the focus...
Personalised learning is quickly changing what quality education looks like. If you’ve ever seen a child light up when a concept finally ‘clicks’, you know just how important individualised learning pathways can be. The days of forcing every child through the same...
Student Mental Health in South African Schools: How Parents Can Support Their Children The U-Report South Africa poll of 2023 revealed that a staggering 60% of young people felt they needed mental health support. The same pupils who fill classrooms with laughter and...
Why Early Childhood Education Sets the Foundation for Success in Later Years Children are born explorers, absorbing the world at astonishing speed from the moment they wake up every day, usually before most adults have even finished their first cup of coffee! Yet,...
The Role of Parents in Enhancing Their Child’s School Experience There’s no question that the role of parents in their child’s education is important for maximising a child’s confidence and overall school experience. At Newton House School, we consistently see...
