[Home] [Grade R] [Aftercare] [ Facilities] [Services] [Documents] [Gallery] [Nutrition] Copyright - The Yard Preparatory Academy 2011 The benefit of Grade R is that many of the new Grade 1 children will be well prepared for their ‘big school’ next year.  Foundation Phase The Head of Department Foundation Phase, oversees the Grade R classes on a weekly basis and trains and monitors the educators and children. The benefit of the introduction of a Grade R as part of the school’s Foundation Phase is that many of the new Grade i children will have been well prepared for their ‘big school’ next year. Curriculum The curriculum is carefully based on the GDE national curriculum statements • The physical, intellectual, emotional, social needs and maturity of the learner are addressed • Age appropriate progression monitoring • Interaction between educators and parents are encouraged • Emphases on perceptual skills (gross and motor skills) • Learn through play and 3- dimensional activities Uniforms Summer: Blue Jean Shorts, The Yard T- Shirt (No skirts) Winter: Blue Jean Pants, The Yard T-Shirt (No skirts) Jacket: The Yard’s Dri-mac Hat: The Yard's floppy hat The Yard’s Hat, Dri-mac and T-Shirts are compulsory, available from The Yard’s office Terms - 2012 • Term1: 18 Jan - 30 Mar • Term2: 10 Apr - 22 Jun • Term3: 16 Jul - 28 Sept • Term4: 8 Oct - 7 Dec Rules • Punctuality is crucial • No sharp or dangerous objects that may cause injury are allowed • A pupil may be suspended due to constant disruption and misbehaviour within the school environment.  Rules... continued • Parents will be requested to replace any school property deliberately damaged by a child. • The school cannot be held liable for any toys/articles brought to school. • No child will be handed over to a stranger. • No child may be removed from The Yard without first informing the educator that you are now taking the child into your care. • If you are delayed in fetching your child, please inform Teacher Stella (012-361 5337). No instructions will be taken from the children.  Daily changes can be communicated via the message book. • Children may not litter. • No sweets are allowed. • No throwing of stones, sticks, etc These rules are formulated for safety, peace of mind and in the best interests of your child