CHELSEA PREPARATORY SCHOOL other
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Academic Support for Foundation Phase Pupils
The school provides academic support to foundation phase learners who face challenges in phonological awareness, spelling, comprehension, reading, and writing. Sessions include thinking skills and educational games to make learning engaging. Scholastic assessments are conducted for Grades 1 to 3 to identify areas needing intervention.
- Who it is for
- foundation phase pupils and their parents
- How to act on it
- Contact the Guidance Centre to arrange support sessions
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Academic Support Chelsea Preparatory School’s two Academic Support Teachers assist pupils who are experiencing challenges in the field of language. Phonological awareness, spelling, comprehension, reading and writing skills are all covered.
Tuckshop Pre-Orders via TapTuck App
The Lion’s Den tuckshop, managed by Mayfair Café, allows students to pre-order healthy meals using the TapTuck app. Treats and cool drinks are available at second break. All orders must be placed in advance via the app.
- Who it is for
- students and parents
- How to act on it
- Download and use the TapTuck app to pre-order meals before first break
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Lion’s Den tuckshop managed by Mayfair Café (Durban North); uses TapTuck app for pre-order and payment;
Uniform Shop Purchases (with Appointments from October 2025)
The Jelly Cats uniform shop on the senior campus sells uniforms. As of October 2025, all purchases require a scheduled appointment. New pupils are given a 30-minute appointment. After payment via EFT, uniforms are delivered to the classroom upon proof of payment.
- Who it is for
- parents and guardians of current and new pupils
- How to act on it
- Contact Mrs Carolan to schedule a 30-minute appointment. Make EFT payment and provide proof of payment to the shop
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From October 2025 uniform purchases require appointments; new pupils get 30-minute appointments; contact Mrs Carolan;
Counselling Services for Learners and Parents
The school offers emotional and psychological support to learners and their families through registered counsellors. Services include help with anxiety, anger, loneliness, family crises such as death or divorce, and social skill development. Sessions use creative tools like drawing and storytelling and last about 30 minutes.
- Who it is for
- learners and parents in need of emotional support
- How to act on it
- Contact Mrs Lesley Finlay at lfinlay@chelseaprep.co.za (senior campus) or Mrs Lauren Staples at lstaples@chelseaprep.co.za (junior campus)
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Our team is available to provide emotional support for children and their parents as they navigate their primary school journey, as well as support for those unexpected family crises such as death and divorce.
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eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal
Reference
https://chelseaprep.co.za/support-to-parents-and-pupils/
Key Takeaways
- Chelsea Preparatory School Guidance Centre provides support for foundation phase pupils
- Guidance Centre includes Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Counsellor, and two Academic Support Teachers
- Academic Support covers phonological awareness, spelling, comprehension, reading and writing; scholastic assessments for Grade 1–3
- Counselling team: Mrs Lesley Finlay and Mrs Lauren Staples; sessions generally last 30 minutes
- OT on junior campus provides initial assessments and therapy using classroom observations and sensory strategies
- Speech & Language Therapy on junior campus addresses speech articulation and receptive/expressive language
- Aftercare on junior campus includes snack, homework support, and transport to/from extramural activities
- Homework Club for Grade 4–7 on senior primary campus overseen by co-ordinator Natalie Benade
- Jelly Cats uniform shop on senior campus; delivery to classroom after proof of EFT payment
- Uniform shop hours (terms): Mon–Thu 07h00–10h30 and 12h00–15h00; Fri 07h00–10h30
- From October 2025 uniform purchases require appointments; new pupils get 30-minute appointments; contact Mrs Carolan
- Lion’s Den tuckshop managed by Mayfair Café (Durban North); uses TapTuck app for pre-order and payment
- Only healthy meals at first break; treats/cool drinks at second break
- Chelsea Preparatory School
- Guidance Centre
- Mrs Lesley Finlay
- Mrs Lauren Staples
- Natalie Benade
- Mrs Carolan
- Mayfair Café
- TapTuck app
- Redefine Software