A Message From Our Principal
We believe in the development of the whole individual by means of a positive approach. We are committed to a balanced education encouraging involvement in academic, physical, cultural and pastoral activities. We strive to help each child attain his or her full academic potential through the development of skills, the ability to think and the encouragement of creativity. We promote an attitude of caring. We want our learners to enjoy their Sunshine years.
We trust that you and your children will experience many fruitful and enjoyable years together. It is our heartfelt desire that you become part of the Sunridge family and fit in with the school and its activities. We want all families to be able to make their own unique contribution to the progress and upliftment of the Sunridge family.
Kind regards
Mr M de Vries
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A Brief Summary of Our History
Conjuncti Crescimus “Together we grow”. Sunridge Primary School is a public, co-educational (boys & girls), parallel medium (English & Afrikaans) government primary school, situated in Gqeberha , South Africa. The school was established with 97 children on 18 January 1967. We have a sound tradition of fostering good relations between various culture groups of which we are very proud. We look forward to continuing to generate harmonious relations in the community which the school serves.
For staffing and teaching purposes the two language groups are treated and accommodated separately as if in a single medium school. The school’s emblem is the Strelitzia, chosen because it is indigenous to the Eastern Cape. Two interlocked rings represent the unity we strive for. The school serves the areas Sunridge Park, Framesby and Fern Glen, but accepts children from other areas if able to accommodate them.
The prospectus contains all the information regarding our school. Please click on the prospectus button to view the various aspects of our school, including an introduction to Sunridge, the approach to education and the management, administration and facilities of the school.
Sunridge Primary at a Glance
We aim at inspiring our students to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more in their respective journeys of life.
Sport
Sunridge Primary School offers a variety of sport and activities to its pupils. Our goal is to empower each of our students.
Culture
Art
Art enhances children’s physical, social, and cognitive development. It improves motor skills, promotes social interaction, teaches responsibility, and fosters observational skills and creativity. Using art, children experiment with materials and develop imagination and problem-solving abilities. Learners from grade 1-7 take part in the CAPS Art syllabus during school hours.
Choir
The junior choir consists of grade 2 and 3 learners.
The senior choir consists of learners from Grade 4 to 7. At the beginning of the year, learners are invited to audition for the choir. Successful candidates then make up the choirs for the rest of the year.
Dancing
Learners from grade 1 – 7 take part in the CAPS dance syllabus during school time. Through dance, learners are able to develop physical and mental well-being and at the same time explores creativity and self-discovery .
Windband
The Wind Band was started in 1978 and still going strong. Learners are chosen according to their standard of playing of a wind instrument. The band works hard throughout the year to perform at various events.
Spelling Bee
Every year, Sunridge Primary receives the exciting opportunity to participate in the Department of Education Spelling Bee competition.
The Department of Education Spelling Bee is a district as well as provincial competition for (Grade 3 – 7) is the only category for the competition at this point.
Steel Band +
Marimba's
The Sunridge Steel band has enjoyed growing success since its inception in 2013. The steel band has participated in local and international festivals.
We have 4 Marimbas and together they work with the Steelband to form “Beatwaves”
Drama
Learners from grade 1 – 7 take part in the CAPS drama syllabus during school time. Drama helps develop the learners into more confident and expressive learners. This helps the learners build up self-esteem and the courage to talk in front of large amounts of people.
Entrepreneurs Club
Entrepreneurship plays a vital role in the economic development of a country. At a time of job losses and job uncertainties for working adults and school leavers, people are relying more on their own skills for employment opportunities and income. Thus, here at Sunridge, we would like to train up learners in the skills they will need to be successful entrepreneurs.
Music
We have 4 music teachers who teach lessons in various instruments such as: Piano, trumpet, French horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba, Flute, Clarinet, Alto saxophone, Marimba, Drum kit, Djembe, Xylophone and Steel pans.
Subjects
Mathematics
Foundation Phase: Mrs C Richardson
Intersen Phase: Miss R Neethling
Afrikaans
Foundation Phase: Mrs D v Eeden
Intersen Phase: Dr A Noeth
English
Foundation Phase: Mrs J Clarke
Intersen Phase: Mrs M Peters
Natural Sciences/Technology
Intersen Phase: Mrs N Smith
Social Science
Intersen Phase: Mrs M Jooste / Mrs E Brits
Life Skills, Life Orientation and Performing Arts
Foundation Phase: Mrs D Hendricks
Intersen Phase: Ms van Heerden
Economic and Management Sciences
Intsersen Phase: Mrs C Bird
Music Creative Arts
Dance: Mrs L. McCarthy
Drama: Mrs L. McCarthy
Visual Art: Mrs L. McCarthy
Music: Mrs S. Pretorius