GOD's LITTLE LAMBS PRE-SCHOOL
Staff Changes
With Nontuthuko Zimu now promoted to Principal of God’s Little Lambs Preschool, we needed to find another person to take over the Grade RR class she was teaching. We are happy to welcome Siza Nxele who joined the staff recently. Siza has a B. Ed (Intermediate Phase) and 2 years teaching experience.
Volunteers
We rely greatly on volunteers to keep our little school going and we have been blessed with many folk over the years who have helped in myriad ways - from taking the children for singing every Thursday; beautifying the garden and managing the vegetable garden; organising the library; fetching donated dairy products from Fairfield Dairy; fixing plumbing and electrical problems; knitting; making cupboards for extra storage – to being on the management committee to ensure that the school runs smoothly.
Committee News
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We recently said goodbye to our secretary of many years, Mike Pallett, and thank him for his excellent minutes, attention to detail and wise input over this time. On that note, we are looking for new committee members with admin/PRO skills, as well as someone who is passionate about ECD and someone who is good with maintenance. Specifically, the positions of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and Secretary need to be filled. If you feel led to join our team, please pray about it then contact Roland on 0833284104 as soon as you can, as our AGM is coming up on 23rd November.
Preparations for Xmas
Looking ahead we are already preparing for the children’s Xmas gifts which will be given out on the 24th November before schools close.
We still need more face-cloths and soaps in 2 litre ice-cream containers; as well as shoe boxes. Any donations would be gratefully accepted and can be dropped off at Howick Community Church, 1 Holmes Lane in Howick.
Outing to Midmar Dam
The children and staff had a lovely outing to Midmar Dam in the third term. The weather was beautiful and the children thoroughly enjoyed their picnic.
Sports Day
Last term, with one of the themes for the term being Sports, the teachers took the children to Howick Sports grounds to have some fun with athletics and games – another good example of how children learn through play.
Heritage Day
Both the children and staff had a fun time dressing up for Heritage Day celebrations and tasting some traditional dishes, provided very ably by our cook, Pinky Mnikhathi. Pinky makes two meals every day for 80 children – no easy task and one which she always does with a smile.
Mandela Day
Fairfield Dairy, who supply us regularly with dairy products, gave the staff and children a wonderful party to celebrate Mandela Day. There was a really festive atmosphere with a number of the Fairfield staff joining in the fun too.
Baker Day
Speaking of food, the children in Grade RR had a treat when they joined our cook, Pinky, on another occasion in the kitchen to do some baking. The results were delicious!
Fee Increase
Registrations for 2027 will open on 6th October when schools re-open after the holidays
The management committee has decided on a fee increase for next year to keep pace with costs. We are thankful that the Department of Basic Education has improved in their payment of the subsidy for each child, but we still rely on the generosity of our sponsors to support about a third of the children who come from indigent families.
If you would like to assist financially, the amount we are asking for is R325/child/month or R3250/year. Every Rand is greatly appreciated! Details of our bank account are as follows:
Account Name: Gods Little Lambs Pre-school
Bank: First National Bank
Cheque Account Number: 62454891047
Universal Branch Code: 250655
SWIFT: FIRNZAJJ (for overseas sponsors)
Our grateful thanks to all those folk who have sponsored children in the past. May you be blessed for your kindness!
