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COURTRAI PRIMARY SCHOOLRef: http://courtrai.co.za/af/kultuur/

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Collected on 7 August 2026

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This document is a school webpage section from Courtrai Primary School in South Africa, detailing the school's cultural education programs and activities. It outlines various cultural offerings including choirs, music lessons, drumline, marimba group, public speaking, and participation in eisteddfods. The school emphasizes that cultural education contributes to holistic development and prepares learners for life in a free society.

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music instructionOngoing

Music Lessons

Learners at Courtrai Primary School can receive music instruction in piano, recorder, guitar, ukulele, violin, keyboard, singing, and music theory. These lessons are offered during school time and include opportunities to perform in internal concerts.

Who it is for
learners at Courtrai Primary School
How to act on it
Enrol through the school’s music program; no formal application process described.
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Leerders het die geleentheid om onderrig te ontvang in klavier, bokfluit, kitaar, ukulele, viool, klawerbord, sang en musiekteorie.
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Paarl Vallei Eisteddfod

Learners at Courtrai Primary School are encouraged to participate in the Paarl Vallei Eisteddfod, a cultural festival where they can perform in areas such as choir, instrumental music, singing, and spoken word.

Who it is for
learners at Courtrai Primary School
How to act on it
Register through the school’s cultural or music department; no formal process detailed.
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Deelname aan die Paarl Vallei Eisteddfod word ook aangemoedig.
drumline participationOngoing

Drumline

The drumline at Courtrai Primary School consists of about 20 members who practice once a week. They perform at school functions and sports events, adding rhythm and energy to school activities.

Who it is for
learners at Courtrai Primary School
How to act on it
Join through the school’s music or cultural department; no application details provided.
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Die drumline bestaan uit ongeveer 20 lede. Oefenige vind een maal per week plaas.
cultural festival participationOngoing

Tygerberg Internasionale Eisteddfod

Courtrai Primary School takes part in the Tygerberg International Eisteddfod annually. Learners can take part in various categories including choir, instrumental music, singing, and public speaking.

Who it is for
learners at Courtrai Primary School
How to act on it
Join through the school’s cultural or music program; no formal registration steps listed.
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Ons neem elke jaar deel aan die Tygerberg Internasionale Eisteddfod, asook ‘n verskeidneheid kleiner Eisteddfods.
speech competitionOngoing

Internal Speech Competition

Each year, Courtrai Primary School hosts an internal speech competition to identify talent and prepare learners for external events. This provides a platform for learners to improve their public speaking skills.

Who it is for
learners at Courtrai Primary School
How to act on it
Participate by registering with the school’s speech or cultural coordinator; no formal application details given.
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Die jaar skop af met ‘n interne redenaarskompetisie.
marimba ensemble participationOngoing

Marimba Group

The Marimba Group at Courtrai Primary School was formed in 2025 and has performed multiple times. It is proud to have contributed to a Guinness World Record for the largest marimba group playing together.

Who it is for
learners at Courtrai Primary School
How to act on it
Join via school music program; no formal application process described.
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Die Marimbagroep het in 2025 tot stand gekom en reeds ‘n groot aantal baie suksesvolle optredes gehad.
choir participationOngoing

Junior Choir

Learners at Courtrai Primary School can join the Junior Choir, which practices during school hours and performs at school events. Participation allows learners to experience the joy of singing and develop musical skills.

Who it is for
learners at Courtrai Primary School
How to act on it
Enrol through the school's music department; no specific application process mentioned.
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Laerskool Courtrai spog met ‘n Junior- en ‘n Seniorkoor en ensemble waar leerders die geleentheid gebied word om die vreugde van sang te ervaar. Beide kore oefen gedurende skoolure.
music examinationOngoing

External Music Exams (Unisa, Trinity of Royal Schools)

Learners at Courtrai Primary School may register for external music examinations offered by Unisa and Trinity of Royal Schools. These exams provide formal recognition of musical achievement.

Who it is for
learners at Courtrai Primary School
How to act on it
Register through the school’s music department; no specific steps or forms mentioned.
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Leerders kan ook inskryf vir eksterne eksamens (Unisa, Trinity of Royal Schools).
speech competition entryOngoing

ATKV Redenaarskompetisie

Selected learners from Courtrai Primary School participate in the ATKV Redenaarskompetisie, a major annual speech competition. This opportunity allows learners to showcase their speaking abilities on a broader stage.

Who it is for
selected learners at Courtrai Primary School
How to act on it
Be selected after internal competition; no application details provided.
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Een van die groot hoogtepunte elke jaar is deelname aan die ATKV Redenaarskompetisie.
choir participationOngoing

Senior Choir

Learners at Courtrai Primary School can join the Senior Choir, which practices during school hours and performs at school events. This opportunity helps learners grow musically and socially.

Who it is for
learners at Courtrai Primary School
How to act on it
Enrol through the school's music department; no specific application process mentioned.
Show the line this came from
Laerskool Courtrai spog met ‘n Junior- en ‘n Seniorkoor en ensemble waar leerders die geleentheid gebied word om die vreugde van sang te ervaar. Beide kore oefen gedurende skoolure.

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Reference

http://courtrai.co.za/af/kultuur/

Key Takeaways

  • Courtrai Primary School
  • Montreux Street, Courtrai, Suider-Paarl
  • 021 863 3220
  • courtraips@courtrai.co.za
  • Mr Jan Brand
  • Junior and Senior Choir
  • Marimbagroep (formed 2025)
  • Guinness World Record (marimba group)
  • Paarl Vallei Eisteddfod
  • Tygerberg Internasionale Eisteddfod
  • ATKV Redenaarskompetisie
  • Music instruments: klavier, bokfluit, kitaar, ukulele, viool, klawerbord, sang, musiekteorie
  • Unisa, Trinity of Royal Schools exams
  • Drumline (20 members, weekly practice)
  • Courtrai Primary School
  • Jan Brand
  • Elnette van der Bank
  • Gherda van der Spuy
  • Franike Rossouw
  • ATKV Redenaarskompetisie
  • Paarl Vallei Eisteddfod
  • Tygerberg Internasionale Eisteddfod
  • Unisa
  • Trinity of Royal Schools
  • Guinness World Record